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Saints predicted team at Norwich as Eckert weighs up load management of stars

Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert has several potential headaches when it comes to picking his team for this evening's visit to Norwich City.

By Alfie House · Daily Echo

Published: Wednesday, 14 October 2026 at 2:30 AM

Key Things to Know

Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert is weighing lineup changes against Norwich City following a short turnaround.
Midfielder Cam Bragg is suspended for Southampton after receiving a red card against Portsmouth.
The predicted Saints lineup features a 4-2-3-1 formation with Kuryu Matsuki expected to start.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert faces several lineup decisions ahead of their Championship clash against Norwich City following a quick turnaround from a 1-0 victory over Portsmouth. Midfielder Cam Bragg is unavailable due to suspension following a red card, while several squad members are dealing with knocks and bruises.

The reporter predicts Southampton will return to a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Kuryu Matsuki anticipated to replace the suspended Bragg alongside regular midfielders Flynn Downes and James Ward-Prowse. Norwich City enter the fixture on a three-game losing streak and will be missing top scorer Mo Toure and captain Kenny McLean.

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