Angry Dean Smith told his under-performing Aston Villa players they have played themselves out of next week’s League Cup final after the 2-0 defeat at Southampton.
West Brom striker Charlie Austin has been formally warned by the Football Association in relation to his offensive social media comments aimed at Southampton fans, but will face no further action.
Charlie Austin has been asked by the Football Association to explain his offensive comments aimed at Southampton fans on social media, the PA news agency understands.
Burnley manager Sean Dyche revealed comments in the Southampton programme boosted the motivation of his players before kick-off at St Mary’s on Saturday.
Ralph Hasenhuttl believes the pressure of performing at home is getting to Southampton after Burnley became the latest side to leave St Mary’s all three points.
