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Southampton manager Claude Puel targets third straight win in EFL Cup

Daily Mail | September 20, 2016

Related Topics: Claude Puel, Southampton F.C., Charlie Austin, Win–loss record (pitching), Lloyd Isgrove, Premier League, Crystal Palace F.C., UEFA Europa League, Midfielder, AC Sparta Prague

Southampton boss Claude Puel wants to progress in the EFL Cup despite the strain it will put on his squad.

Saints kick-started their season last week with victory in the Europa League over Sparta Prague before registering Puel's maiden Premier League success against Swansea on Sunday.

And the Frenchman wants to make it three wins in a row, and stay in another competition, when Crystal Palace arrive on the south coast on Wednesday night.

Southampton striker Charlie Austin is congratulated after scoring the winner against Swansea
Southampton striker Charlie Austin is congratulated after scoring the winner against Swansea
Shane Long and Austin celebrate during the Europa League victory over Sparta Prague
Shane Long and Austin celebrate during the Europa League victory over Sparta Prague

Nevertheless, Puel will again rotate his squad with youngsters such as midfield duo Harrison Reed and Lloyd Isgrove set to be involved.

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