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Southampton 0-3 Man Utd - Saints struggling

Southampton and Manchester United in action on Saturday
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For the first half hour of this game Southampton fans were very much enjoying their afternoon in the sun.

The Saints were playing some slick football and causing Manchester United numerous problems, and looked set to take the lead when they were awarded a penalty midway through the first half.

But Cameron Archer's effort from the spot was not the best as it was saved by Andre Onana, and that proved decisive as Manchester United then scored two quick goals to effectively end the game as a contest.

This defeat means Southampton have lost all four Premier League games on their return to the top flight and this latest loss will only serve to increase doubts among some Saints fans that Russell Martin's style of football will prove capable of keeping their side up.

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