Goals from Shane Long and Stuart Armstrong proved the difference between the two teams as Southampton won 2-0 at home to Aston Villa.

Southampton boss Ralph Hasenhuttl believes midfielder Stuart Armstrong could be back sooner than expected.

Southampton winger Nathan Redmond says his team will not be looking too far ahead despite their impressive victory over Crystal Palace on Tuesday night.

Southampton move up to ninth in the Premier League table at the expense of Crystal Palace via comfortable 2-0 win at Selhurst Park.