Eckert should rest this Saints star before a dip in form becomes a habit

Paul Blake of Saints Marching argues Southampton manager Eckert should rest Brazilian winger Léo Scienza for Wednesday's match at Norwich. Scienza has started every league game this season, accumulating 639 league minutes, but has not scored since September 8 against Swansea. Blake highlights recent early substitutions against Wrexham and Portsmouth as evidence of a dip in form and mounting fatigue during a busy run of three fixtures in 11 days.

The writer recommends giving Samuel Edozie a starting role on the left wing at Carrow Road to provide Scienza a rest before facing Bolton. Blake notes that Edozie has played just 98 league minutes this season but managed an assist against Wrexham, suggesting Norwich's leaky defense provides an ideal opportunity for rotation.