In the very first of the Daily Echo's 'Big Match Preview' videos, Alfie House and Benjy Nurick take a look at some of the key Saints topics ahead of their pre-season clash with Monaco.

Starting off with the latest news, we then dive into a discussion of Ralph Hasenhutll's somewhat surprising affinity with a back-five system in the opening three pre-season games.

Next, will be a look into the players who have impressed most so far ahead of the 2022/23 campaign before closing with a look at one thing we hope to see in Saints' meeting with Monaco.

You can watch the video in the player below.

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