THE FANS’ VERDICTS

PETER BELL

Despite not getting a clear penalty for Boufal’s poor challenge on Smith, a smart finish from Fraser put us ahead. Saints got better and Austin’s leveller was no surprise but good to see some fight from Howe’s side. Hope Defoe scores soon, too. STAR MAN: RYAN FRASER

AIDAN SMALL

Bertrand worked the left wing superbly throughout, Austin did what he does best (score) and Redmond came off the bench with an assist. However, Davis isn’t a defensive midfielder so we missed a wonderful opportunity to bed Hojbjerg into the side. Draw was fair. STAR MAN: RYAN BERTRAND