It has been a poor day at the office for Saints. Very poor.
The second half was a lot better, with decent possession but in the end they barely troubled Stoke.
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Jack Butland probably had one save to make. Bojan Krkic's goal after ten minutes was enough to end Saints' eight game unbeaten run.
To top it off Graziano Pelle will be banned for the Manchester City game after getting booked late on.
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