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Mauricio Pochettino demands last-day win

Pochettino demands last-day win
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Southampton manager Mauricio Pochettino tells his players that they must win their final game of the Premier League season against Stoke City on Sunday.

Southampton manager Mauricio Pochettino has urged his players to win their final game of the Premier League season against Stoke City.

The Saints finish the campaign at home to the Potters on Sunday with the chance of a top-10 finish if they claim the three points.

"It is very important that we finish this season with a win," Pochettino is quoted as saying by Sky Sports News.

"We're in the Premier League next year and it is very important for us to win to be as high as possible in the table."

Southampton will start the match in 14th place in the Premier League standings.

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Southampton boss Mauricio Pochettino on the touchline during the match against Chelsea on March 30, 2013
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