SAINTS have plunged into an injury crisis ahead of the must-win clash against Leeds.

Darren Powell (knee) and Jermaine Wright (hernia) both need operations but are playing through the pain barrier in a bid to keep Saints' promotion dream alive.

The pair are still likely to play on Saturday but Alexander Ostlund (groin) is a doubt.

Club captain Claus Lundekvan, who has missed the last four games, has still not recovered from a pelvis strain and Gareth Bale (calf tear) remains sidelined for Leeds' visit.

See today's Daily Echo for full story.