Mohammed Salisu will be very happy with his performance after making his long-awaited debut for Southampton against Wolverhampton Wanderers in the 5th round of the FA Cup at the Molineux Stadium.
The Ghanaian was named in the starting XI against Wolves on Thursday evening, 183 days after sealing his transfer from Real Valladolid.
Salisu’s game vs Wolves by the numbers:
69 touches
48 (87%) pass accuracy
4 aerial duels won – most
100% aerial duels won
8 clearances – most
2 interceptions
1 clean sheet
Ralph Hasenhüttl will be counting on the 20-year-old to step up to the plate and bring some stability at their back when the Saints return to Premier League action against Wolves this weekend.
Before today’s game, Southampton has conceded 16 goals in 4 matches.