Ormerod ready to tackle third match

Southampton striker Brett Ormerod admits he is “knackered” after playing two games in less than 24 hours, but is ready to go again when Saints face Carling Cup giant-killers Colchester United at St Mary’s on Wednesday night.

With top marksmen James Beattie, Kevin Phillips and Peter Crouch all nursing injuries, Saints were desperate for firepower ahead of yesterday’s home clash with Birmingham.