Wigan vs Southampton: Preview and Prediction

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Match Preview:

Given the quality left in the FA Cup, these two teams will be seen as the big underdogs to go on and win it. Having said that we should remember that Wigan won the FA Cup in 2013 and they have nothing to lose. The home side despite being in the Championship will give a massive effort here against a Premier League side in Southampton who are severely lacking confidence.

In truth Southampton’s own ‘cup final’ comes at the end of the month when they play West Ham in a real six pointer which could see the loser sucked into the relegation battle. Mauricio Pellegrino was inevitably sacked as Saints manager last week and for them it’s all about staying in the Premier League. It’s hard to think that Premier League survival is not the priority for the Saints ahead of this match. Together with the fact that this is an away game, gives the advantage to Wigan.

Having said that, the effect of a new manager can often spark a struggling team to life, with first team regulars now feeling like they have to prove themselves to the new manager, which in this case is Mark Hughes, but will he have the positive effect Southampton fans hope for?

Wigan vs Southampton Team News:

Wigan Athletic: The club has a full first team squad available

Southampton: Charlie Austin is long term and is not due back until the end of the month

Wigan vs Southampton Head to Head:

The last time the teams played here the match finished 2-2

There is just on average a 50% chance to see over 2.5 goals

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