Southampton will travel to Selhurst Park to face Crystal Palace in their next Premier League match. The Saints are having a tough season and are at the bottom of the table. Ivan Juric will look to make an impact in his second match as Southampton's manager.
The team will miss several players due to injuries, including Gavin Bazunu, Ross Stewart, Jack Stephens, and Will Smallbone. However, there are no new injury concerns following their defeat to West Ham United.
Southampton are expected to stick with a similar lineup, with Tyler Dibling likely to return to the starting side for this Crystal Palace vs Southampton game. So, here is the Southampton predicted lineup vs Crystal Palace for their clash at Selhurst Park in the Premier League.
Southampton predicted lineup vs Crystal Palace - Premier League
Goalkeeper: Aaron Ramsdale
Aaron Ramsdale is set to start in goal for the Saints in this Crystal Palace vs Southampton game. He will aim to keep Crystal Palace from scoring.
Centre Back: Taylor Harwood-Bellis
Taylor Harwood-Bellis has been a reliable performer this season. He will lead Southampton’s defence with his composure and physical presence.
Centre Back: Jan Bednarek
Jan Bednarek is expected to partner Harwood-Bellis in the back three. Bednarek’s experience will be important for the Saints.
Centre Back: Joe Wood-Gordon
Joe Wood-Gordon is likely to complete the defensive trio for the Saints in this Crystal Palace vs Southampton game. His ability to win aerial duels will help in defending against Palace’s attacks.
Right Wing-Back: Yukinari Sugawara
Yukinari Sugawara is expected to start as the right wing-back. Sugawara will contribute to both defence and attack down the right flank.
Central Midfielder: Flynn Downes
Flynn Downes will play in central midfield. He will focus on breaking up play and keeping possession for Southampton.
Central Midfielder: Lesley Ugochukwu
Lesley Ugochukwu is likely to partner Downes in the midfield for the Saints in this Crystal Palace vs Southampton game. His physicality and passing ability will be key in controlling the game.
Left Wing-Back: Kyle Walker-Peters
Kyle Walker-Peters will operate as the left wing-back. Walker-Peters will provide width on the left and support both defence and attack.
Right Winger: Tyler Dibling
Tyler Dibling is expected to return to the starting side. The young attacker will look to create chances and score his second goal this season.
Striker: Paul Onuachu
Paul Onuachu will lead the attack for Southampton. Onuachu is still searching for his first goal of the season and will aim to break his drought.
Left Winger: Matheus Fernandes
Matheus Fernandes is set to start in the false nine/left winger role for the Saints in this Crystal Palace vs Southampton game. Fernandes will drop deep to link up play and create opportunities for his teammates.
Southampton predicted lineup vs Crystal Palace (3-4-3): Ramsdale; Harwood-Bellis, Bednarek, Wood-Gordon; Sugawara, Downes, Ugochukwu, Walker-Peters; Dibling, Fernandes, Onuachu.