"Southampton Dealt Setback in Pursuit of Catching up to Leeds United Before Final Day Showdown"

Southampton's push to overtake Leeds United and Ipswich Town for automatic promotion suffered two significant setbacks recently. Following their defeat to Cardiff City on Saturday, midfielder Stuart Armstrong has been ruled out for the rest of the season.

Despite Southampton's three-game winning streak leading up to the weekend, their hopes for a top-two finish took a hit with Cardiff's unexpected 2-1 victory. Now, facing Leicester City and Leeds United away, as well as Stoke City at home, Russell Martin's squad faces a challenging end to the season without the influential Armstrong, who sustained a quad injury and left the ground on crutches.

Martin provided an update on Armstrong's injury, expressing hope for his recovery in time for the Euros with Scotland. Southampton's clash with Leicester on Tuesday holds immense significance, as anything less than a win would likely end their top-two aspirations. Meanwhile, Leeds United supporters will keenly monitor the result, as a Southampton victory would keep them in contention leading up to their crucial final day clash at Elland Road, while also keeping Leeds' title hopes alive. Conversely, a win for Leicester would leave Leeds relying on a collapse from the Foxes in their last two matches to have any chance of catching up.