Southampton sack Mark Hughes following draw with Manchester United. Southampton have sacked manager Mark Hughes following a run of one win in 14 Premier League games this season. The Welshman, who spent two years with the club as a player towards the end of his career, replaced Mauricio Pellegrino in March and successfully steered Southampton to Premier League survival. However, Southampton are embroiled in a second successive relegation battle and Sunday’s 2-2 draw against Manchester