Southampton entertain champions Leicester City in Sunday's first Premier League kick-off, with Claude Puel's inconsistent side struggling for both form and goals. Claudio Ranieri's men are yet to win away from home this season and he has even greater cause to hope for a positive result at St Mary's after the relegation battle tightened on Saturday.

Sunday's Premier League fixtures

Southampton vs Leicester City - 12.00pm

Arsenal vs Burnley - 2.15pm

Chelsea vs Hull City - 4.00pm

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It’s a big game for…

Shane Long: The 29-year-old’s late winner against Norwich saved the day for Southampton in midweek and, in Charlie Austin's absence, he will lead the line once again on Sunday. Is this the start of a run of form?

Best stat…

Southampton remain unbeaten against Leicester City during the Premier League era, so Ranieri’s men need to find their stride following a shaky start to the season.

Remember when…

Wes Morgan scores the opener for the Foxes with a powerful header, just before the half-time interval.

Player to watch

Jamie Vardy: With a number of Leicester forwards on international duty, Vardy will have a huge job to do on Sunday. He is more than capable of it, but has looked shaky at times this season. The pressure is on.

Past three-meetings…

Leicester City 0 Southampton 0

Premier League, October 2016

Leicester 1 (Morgan) Southampton 0

Premier League, April 2016

Southampton 2 (Fonte, van Dijk), Leicester 2 (Vardy 2)

Premier League, October 2015

Form guide

Southampton: LLDWLW

Leicester: DLWDWL

Vital information…

Kick-off time: 12:00pm