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SAINTS head coach Tonda Eckert revealed Leo Scienza's fitness is "looking positive" ahead of Saturday's FA Cup quarter-final against Arsenal.

Brazilian ace Scienza returned to training this week after missing the last three Championship fixtures with a groin issue, and is "desperate" to feature.

Saints could also call upon Jack Stephens, who is recovering from the knock he sustained in Monday's open training session at St Mary's.

The skipper picked up an ankle injury following a collision with fellow centre-back Nathan...

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