Southampton must silence Portsmouth’s own Finn Azaz to secure South Coast Derby win

Saints Marching's Kelan Sarson argues Southampton must contain Portsmouth playmaker Adrian Segecic to claim victory in Sunday's South Coast Derby. Sarson draws parallels between Segecic and Southampton's Finn Azaz, identifying the Croatian youth international as Pompey's most dangerous attacking threat capable of breaking down the hosts.

Azaz enters the contest in fine form for Southampton under manager Tonda Eckert, having tallied three goals and five assists in eight league matches. Sarson notes that while Portsmouth faces severe injury issues under John Mousinho, Segecic, Abu Kamara, and Tyrese Shade pose serious risks to Southampton's perfect home record.