Russell Martin fumes at key Southampton trait costing his side ahead of Leeds clash next week

Leeds views Southampton’s seeming defeat just one and a half weeks before their season-ending match, which could be crucial for the Whites, as an intriguing development.

 

Saints manager Martin wasn’t happy with his team’s second-half collapse because he believed they had an opportunity to tie the game after the break before Ndidi extended the hosts’ lead.

During a media interview, he stated this.

We were up 1-0 and had gotten off to a great start in the second half, but after falling behind by two goals, our play was woeful.

 

“I thought the first half of the game was really tactical, high-level, and both teams struggled to get a real flow with the ball because they were two aggressive teams playing without the ball.”

 

“In the second half, we had a great start and created a lot of issues, but the second goal eases the pain.” At that time, you should regroup, but we didn’t, and as a result, we each went into individual self-preservation mode.

 

“The worst thing you can do in football is that; instead, attempt to defend yourself and Rather than supporting your team, you can feel as though you’re only doing your small part. That quality on my squad bothers me greatly, and it hurts a lot.