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Saint Etienne 0-3 Southampton: Manolo Gabbiadini, James Ward-Prowse and Maya Yoshida earn friendly victory for the Saints

Three second half goals saw Southampton to pick up a pre-season victory over Ligue 1 side Saint Etienne.

After a goalless first 65 minutes at a tiny stadium in Chambery, the Saints broke through with two goals in as many minutes.

Manolo Gabbiadini headed home Matt Targett's cross, before the young left back again provided, with a low ball turned in by James Ward-Prowse - who himself provided the assist via a corner for Maya Yoshida late on.

Manolo Gabbiadini scored the opener as Southampton beat Saint Etienne 3-0 in France
Manolo Gabbiadini scored the opener as Southampton beat Saint Etienne 3-0 in France
The game between the Premier League and Ligue 1 sides was played at a tiny stadium
The game between the Premier League and Ligue 1 sides was played at a tiny stadium
Dusan Tadic takes on Kevin Monnett during the pre-season game in Chambery
Dusan Tadic takes on Kevin Monnett during the pre-season game in Chambery

The opening goal came via a quick move from the back, with Targett crossing from deep and Gabbiadini helping it over the goalkeeper with a header from 15 yards.