Shane Long confident in Southampton challenge for FA Cup and Premier League top four finish

Shane Long believes Southampton have what it takes to challenge for the FA Cup and maintain their top-four push in the Premier League

The Saints have been one of the stories of the season, with a summer exodus and talk of a meltdown replaced by chatter about Champions League qualification.

Sunday’s 1-0 win at Manchester United proved Ronald Koeman’s side are genuine top-four contenders, while another victory by the same scoreline at Portman Road on Wednesday night ensured they would maintain a two-pronged attack.