The latest team news from the Rangers camp
Vital Quotes:
Southampton Team News:
Czech player Licka is looking to force his way into the Saints squad for saturday after impressing in the reserves otherwise George Burley’s boys look to be unchanged.
Player to watch: Greg Rasiak
Impressive displays and a eye for goal make him one to watch.
Other players to keep an eye on include: Viafara, Jones, Skacel and Baird who are all hitting form.
QPR Team News:
John Gregory is looking to have a fit squad as they look to build on Saturday’s 2-1 win over lowly Hull.
Gareth Ainsworth still looks a week or two away from fitness but new signing James Smith from Chelsea will add competition in midfield. The Chelski reserve skipper has been impressive for the Blues so far this year and is capable of grabbing goals.
Simon Royce will be looking to fight Paul Jones for the No.1 jersey and one player sure to be fired up for this tie will be ex-Saints striker – Dexter Blackstock.
Player to watch: Dexter Blackstock
The £500k signing from Southampton will be out to prove a point to his ex-employers that he is a decent striker and will be desperate to score on Saturday.
Match Facts & Stats
Ref Watch:
Andy Penn has officiated two previous Rangers games. Both at Cheltenham in 2002 and 2003.
Match Prediction:
Saints 1 v QPR 1
Next Fixtures:
QPR v Norwich City