Eckert explains star man’s absence in Southampton’s draw with West Brom

Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert is optimistic Leo Scienza will return for Saturday's game against Preston after the winger missed his side's 1-1 draw against West Brom through injury. Scienza was absent from the Saints squad after struggling with "pain", Eckert said, having played through the problem in his previous appearance. Eckert revealed the Brazilian had been unable to feature against West Brom but is hopeful he will recover in time for Southampton's weekend clash.