Town hot-shot too good to miss at 33-1

SOUTHAMPTON are hot favourites at the bookmakers to finish clear of the pack in npower League One this season.

Alan Pardew’s men suffered from a 10-point deduction last term as a result of entering administration and also had to contend with an indifferent start following relegation.

Once into their stride, though, Saints — now backed financially by Switzerland-based businessman Markus Liebherr — were almost irresistible.

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