Russell Martin
Born: January 4, 1986 (age 38)
Height: 6' 0.5" (185cm)
Hometown: Brighton, England
Nationality:
Scottish
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Position: Defender
Team: Southampton
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Career History | ||
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Youth | 2003-2004 | Brighton & Hove Albion |
Senior | 2004 | Lewes |
2004-2008 | Wycombe Wanderers | |
2008-2010 | Peterborough United | |
→ 2009-2010 | Norwich City (loan) | |
2010-2018 | Norwich City | |
→ 2018 | Rangers (loan) | |
International | 2013-2017 | Scotland |
Managerial | 2021-2023 | Swansea City |
2023- | Southampton |
Sports Mole has 542 articles about Russell Martin. Articles 1 to 40:
![Southampton's Taylor Harwood-Bellis celebrates after winning the Championship Play-Off final on May 23, 2024 Southampton's Taylor Harwood-Bellis celebrates after winning the Championship Play-Off final on May 23, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/24/22/taylor-harwood-bellis.jpg?w=87&h=65&auto=compress,format&fit=clip)
Preview: Southampton vs. Montpellier HSC - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's friendly clash between Southampton and Montpellier HSC, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jul 25, 22:58
![Newcastle United's Kieran Trippier in action with Sunderland's Jack Clarke on January 6, 2024 Newcastle United's Kieran Trippier in action with Sunderland's Jack Clarke on January 6, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Tottenham to bank transfer windwall thanks to Premier League rivals?
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly in line to receive a significant windfall should Sunderland sell Jack Clarke during this summer's transfer window.
Jul 24, 13:24
![Southampton manager Russell Martin on July 25, 2023 Southampton manager Russell Martin on July 25, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Southampton transfer news: Saints 'plotting' move for West Brom striker
Southampton are reportedly plotting a swoop for West Bromwich Albion striker Brandon Thomas-Asante, who has a year left on his deal at The Hawthorns.
Jul 24, 12:55
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Transfer news and rumours: Diaby to Al-Ittihad, Assignon to Villa, McBurnie future
Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer news and rumours, including Moussa Diaby to Al-Ittihad, Lorenz Assignon to Aston Villa and Oli McBurnie to Las Palmas.
Jul 24, 08:40
![Southampton manager Russell Martin during the match on September 2, 2023 Southampton manager Russell Martin during the match on September 2, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Southampton vs. Bordeaux - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Wednesday's friendly clash between Southampton and Bordeaux, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jul 22, 20:40
![Southampton manager Russell Martin after the match on April 1, 2024 Southampton manager Russell Martin after the match on April 1, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Eastleigh vs. Southampton - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's friendly clash between Eastleigh and Southampton, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jul 17, 11:33
![Kyle Walker-Peters and Georginio Rutter in action for Southampton and Leeds United on May 26, 2024. Kyle Walker-Peters and Georginio Rutter in action for Southampton and Leeds United on May 26, 2024.](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Transfer news and rumours: Kyle Walker-Peters to West Ham, Callum Doyle to Norwich
Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer news and rumours, including Kyle Walker-Peters to West Ham United, Callum Doyle to Norwich City and Celtic's new goalkeeper.
Jul 16, 20:52
![West Ham United's Flynn Downes during the warm up before the match on September 3, 2022 West Ham United's Flynn Downes during the warm up before the match on September 3, 2022](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
West Ham midfielder 'to undergo Southampton medical' ahead of £18m transfer
West Ham United reportedly reach an agreement with newly-promoted Southampton to sell a 25-year-old midfielder for £18m.
Jul 15, 15:24
![Aaron Ramsdale in action for Arsenal in March 2022 Aaron Ramsdale in action for Arsenal in March 2022](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Arsenal transfer news: Aaron Ramsdale to join Premier League newcomers this summer?
Arsenal's Aaron Ramsdale could be on the move this summer with newly promoted Southampton reportedly 'weighing up a move' for the Gunners' shot-stopper.
Jul 14, 21:06
![Southampton's Kyle Walker-Peters celebrates after the match on August 20, 2022 Southampton's Kyle Walker-Peters celebrates after the match on August 20, 2022](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Transfer news and rumours: Kyle Walker-Peters to West Ham, Jake Clarke-Salter to Wolves, Glen Kamara to Rennes
Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer news and rumours, including Kyle Walker-Peters to West Ham United, Jake Clarke-Salter to Wolverhampton Wanderers and Glen Kamara to Rennes.
Jul 11, 10:16
![Manchester City's Liam Delap applauds fans after the match on February 12, 2022 Manchester City's Liam Delap applauds fans after the match on February 12, 2022](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Liam Delap 'chooses next club' as Man City 'accept' two bids rising to £20m
Manchester City reportedly accept two bids rising to £20m from Ipswich Town and Southampton for forward Liam Delap, who has chosen which club he would prefer to join.
Jul 9, 14:34
![Peterborough United's Ronnie Edwards with the EFL Trophy on April 7, 2024 [IMAGO] Peterborough United's Ronnie Edwards with the EFL Trophy on April 7, 2024 [IMAGO]](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Southampton reward Ronnie Edwards patience with Premier League move
Southampton announce the signing of Peterborough United defender Ronnie Edwards, with the 21-year-old signing a four-year deal at St Mary's.
Jul 4, 12:34
![Denmark's Martin Braithwaite on March 23, 2023 Denmark's Martin Braithwaite on March 23, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Transfer news and rumours: Martin Braithwaite to Everton, Max Aarons to Southampton, Oscar to MLS
Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer news and rumours, including Martin Braithwaite to Everton, Max Aarons to Southampton and Oscar to MLS.
Jul 4, 10:32
![Swansea City's Nathan Wood looks dejected after AFC Bournemouth's Dominic Solanke scores their fifth goal on January 25, 2024 Swansea City's Nathan Wood looks dejected after AFC Bournemouth's Dominic Solanke scores their fifth goal on January 25, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Swansea City defender 'to undergo' Southampton medical ahead of £5m move
Southampton are reportedly closing in on the signing of Swansea City's Nathan Wood, who is set to undergo a medical on the South coast ahead of a £5m move.
Jul 3, 10:49
![Newcastle United's Miguel Almiron celebrates scoring their second goal on December 16, 2023. Newcastle United's Miguel Almiron celebrates scoring their second goal on December 16, 2023.](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Transfer news and rumours: Almiron talks, Dubravka uncertainty, Saints want O'Riley
Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer news and rumours, including uncertainty over two Newcastle United players and Southampton pushing for a Celtic star.
Jul 2, 12:15
![Wolverhampton Wanderers' Max Kilman applauds fans after the match on February 10, 2024 Wolverhampton Wanderers' Max Kilman applauds fans after the match on February 10, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Transfer news and rumours: West Ham Kilman bid, Saints want Reid, Arsenal blow
Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer news and rumours, including West Ham United bidding for Wolves' Max Kilman and Southampton chasing a departing Fulham forward.
Jun 22, 10:00
![AS Roma's Edoardo Bove celebrates scoring their first goal on October 26, 2023 AS Roma's Edoardo Bove celebrates scoring their first goal on October 26, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Transfer news and rumours: Edoardo Bove to Everton, Flynn Downes to Southampton, Fulham make Willian call
Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer news and rumours, including Edoardo Bove to Everton, Flynn Downes to Southampton and Willian's future at Fulham.
Jun 20, 09:35
![Everton manager Sean Dyche reacts on May 3, 2024 Everton manager Sean Dyche reacts on May 3, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Transfer news and rumours: Everton want Tim Iroegbunam, One in, one out at Southampton?
Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer news and rumours, including Everton chasing an Aston Villa midfielder and players potentially leaving and arriving at Southampton.
Jun 19, 10:44
![Arsenal's Bukayo Saka in action with Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne on March 31, 2024 Arsenal's Bukayo Saka in action with Manchester City's Kevin De Bruyne on March 31, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Premier League fixtures 2024-25: Full lists for all 20 teams, best games, key dates
Sports Mole provides the full fixture lists for all 20 teams, and takes a look at the key dates and best matches ahead of the 2024-25 campaign.
Jun 18, 12:25
![General view inside Old Trafford before the match on January 10, 2022 General view inside Old Trafford before the match on January 10, 2022](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Premier League duo dealt blow in manager search?
Two Premier League clubs are reportedly dealt a blow with one of their alleged managerial targets said to be ready to sign a new contract at his current club.
May 27, 17:55
![Southampton celebrate scoring against Leeds United in the Championship playoff final on May 26, 2024. Southampton celebrate scoring against Leeds United in the Championship playoff final on May 26, 2024.](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Southampton promoted to Premier League with win over Leeds United
Adam Armstrong's first-half goal sends Southampton back into Premier League with 1-0 win over Leeds United in the Championship playoff final.
May 26, 17:03
![Leeds United head coach Daniel Farke on May 12, 2024. Leeds United head coach Daniel Farke on May 12, 2024.](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Team News: Leeds United, Southampton announce teams for Championship playoff final
Leeds United and Southampton announce their teams for Sunday's Championship playoff final at Wembley Stadium.
May 26, 14:06
![Leeds United's Crysencio Summerville celebrates scoring their fourth goal with Georginio Rutter and teammates on May 16, 2024 Leeds United's Crysencio Summerville celebrates scoring their fourth goal with Georginio Rutter and teammates on May 16, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Leeds United vs. Southampton - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Championship clash between Leeds United and Southampton, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
May 26, 12:50
![Southampton's Will Smallbone celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates on May 17, 2024 Southampton's Will Smallbone celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates on May 17, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
How Southampton could line up against Leeds United
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Southampton could line up for Sunday's Championship playoff final against Leeds United.
May 24, 09:36
![Southampton's Will Smallbone celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates on May 17, 2024 Southampton's Will Smallbone celebrates scoring their first goal with teammates on May 17, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Southampton ease past West Bromwich Albion to march into Championship playoff final
Southampton claim a comfortable 3-1 win over West Bromwich Albion to seal their place in the Championship playoff final.
May 17, 21:58
![West Bromwich Albion's Brandon Thomas-Asante and Southampton's Jan Bednarek on May 12, 2024. West Bromwich Albion's Brandon Thomas-Asante and Southampton's Jan Bednarek on May 12, 2024.](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Southampton vs. West Bromwich Albion - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Friday's Championship clash between Southampton and West Bromwich Albion, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
May 15, 10:30
![Southampton manager Russell Martin reacts on May 4, 2024 Southampton manager Russell Martin reacts on May 4, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: West Bromwich Albion vs. Southampton - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Championship clash between West Bromwich Albion and Southampton, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
May 12, 11:46
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Preview: Leeds United vs. Southampton - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Championship clash between Leeds United and Southampton, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
May 2, 14:15
![Southampton manager Russell Martin after the match on April 1, 2024 Southampton manager Russell Martin after the match on April 1, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Southampton vs. Stoke City - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Championship clash between Southampton and Stoke City, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Apr 25, 13:00
![Leicester City's manager Enzo Maresca on April 20, 2024 Leicester City's manager Enzo Maresca on April 20, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Leicester City vs. Southampton - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's Championship clash between Leicester City and Southampton, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Apr 21, 18:25
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Manchester United confirm Jason Wilcox arrival at Old Trafford
Manchester United confirm the appointment of Jason Wilcox from Southampton as their new technical director.
Apr 20, 19:04
![Southampton manager Russell Martin after the match on April 1, 2024 Southampton manager Russell Martin after the match on April 1, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Cardiff City vs. Southampton - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Championship clash between Cardiff City and Southampton, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Apr 18, 12:45
![Rangers' Kemar Roofe celebrates scoring their first goal on September 3, 2023 Rangers' Kemar Roofe celebrates scoring their first goal on September 3, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Rangers striker 'wanted by Sheffield United, Fulham'
Sheffield United and Fulham are reportedly plotting moves for Rangers striker Kemar Roofe, with Championship duo Southampton and Queens Park Rangers also keen.
Apr 16, 11:31
![Southampton manager Russell Martin after the match on April 1, 2024 Southampton manager Russell Martin after the match on April 1, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Southampton vs. Preston North End - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's Championship clash between Southampton and Preston North End, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Apr 14, 22:39
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Preview: Birmingham City vs. Coventry City - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Championship clash between Birmingham City and Coventry City, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Apr 11, 23:24
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Preview: West Bromwich Albion vs. Sunderland - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Championship clash between West Bromwich Albion and Sunderland, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Apr 11, 20:10
![Southampton manager Russell Martin after the match on April 1, 2024 Southampton manager Russell Martin after the match on April 1, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Southampton vs. Watford - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Championship clash between Southampton and Watford, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Apr 11, 13:30
![Southampton manager Russell Martin after the match on April 1, 2024 Southampton manager Russell Martin after the match on April 1, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Southampton vs. Coventry City - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Tuesday's Championship clash between Southampton and Coventry City, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Apr 7, 12:30
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Preview: Stoke City vs. West Bromwich Albion - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's Championship clash between Stoke City and West Bromwich Albion, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Apr 4, 23:00
![Southampton manager Russell Martin after the match on April 1, 2024 Southampton manager Russell Martin after the match on April 1, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Preview: Blackburn Rovers vs. Southampton - prediction, team news, lineups
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Apr 4, 14:00
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Team | P | W | D | L | F | A | GD | PTS | |
1 | Bournemouth | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
2 | Arsenal | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
3 | Aston Villa | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
4 | Brentford | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
5 | Brighton & Hove AlbionBrighton | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
6 | Chelsea | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
7 | Crystal Palace | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
8 | Everton | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
9 | Fulham | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
10 | Ipswich TownIpswich | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
11 | Leicester CityLeicester | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
12 | Liverpool | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
13 | Manchester CityMan City | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
14 | Manchester UnitedMan Utd | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
15 | Newcastle UnitedNewcastle | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
16 | Nottingham ForestNott'm Forest | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
17 | Southampton | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
18 | Tottenham HotspurSpurs | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
19 | West Ham UnitedWest Ham | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
20 | Wolverhampton WanderersWolves | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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