SAINTS striker Rickie Lambert has been recognised for his recent performances.

League One's leading scorer has been named as the division's PFA player of the month.

He won the award in light of strong competition from Leeds United's Jermaine Beckford and Robert Snodgrass.

Beckford had won the award three times and Snodgrass one.

The award is voted for by fans.

PFA Fans' Player of the Month January winners

Premier League: Wayne Rooney - Manchester United
Championship: Charlie Adam - Blackpool
League One: Rickie Lambert - Southampton
League Two: Kasper Schmeichel - Notts County