DRIVERS have been warned of possible delays as Saints prepare to face Arsenal at St Mary’s in Southampton.

Traffic is expected to increase throughout the city before and after the Premier League fixture.

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Streets are expected to be busy as fans travel to and from St Mary’s stadium.

The game kicks off at 2pm. 

There are also several cruise ships arriving and departing in the city today.

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