Southampton vs Norwich news: Scintillating Saints too strong for Canaries
Following consecutive defeats to Manchester City and Liverpool, Norwich will be looking to bounce back against Southampton. That, however, is a lot easier said than done.
Southampton are enjoying their best spell of the season and will be intent on extending their unbeaten run to five games.
Over their last 10 Premier League outings, Saints have picked up 16 points, which is one less than Chelsea and two more than Tottenham and West Ham.
At the same time, Saints have been able to drastically increase their number of goals. Over half (18) of their 32 efforts this season have been scored during the last 10 games - that's more than Wolves, Chelsea, Tottenham and the same as Manchester United.
Norwich, on the other hand, have a lot less to shout about. Just as the club was beginning to build some kind of momentum, back-to-back games against Liverpool and Man City have left them bottom of the Premier League table.
When: Friday, February 25, 20:00 GMT
Where: St Mary's Stadium
Where to watch: Sky Sports
Who is the ref for Southampton vs Norwich
The 39-year-old has already officiated three Southampton games this season, including two in the Premier League. Hooper has also taken charge of two Norwich fixtures - his recent one being their 2-0 defeat at West Ham.
Recent form
Considering Southampton's last four Premier League games have come against Everton, Manchester United, Tottenham and Manchester City, it's fair to say that their haul of eight points is nothing short of sensational.
Southampton vs Norwich players in form
The Scotsman scored on his last appearance against Norwich, and he will be looking for more on Friday as he tries to improve on this season's goal tally.
Last three games
Ings and Ryan Bertrand gave the hosts a two-goal lead before Teemu Pukki denied Saints a clean sheet.
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Southampton vs Norwich prediction
Southampton are unbeaten at home in 10 games - a run which extends all the way back to September.