Morgan Schneiderlin has challenged his Southampton teammates to continue their stellar form by beating Leicester City today in order to enjoy the two-week international break.

Ronald Koeman's side have emerged as the surprise packages this season as the Saints sit second in the Premier League table, four points behind Chelsea.

"We are ready to kick on, we know that after Saturday we are going to have another break, the mood is very good but we know it can change very quickly," he told reporters.

"It is important to us before the international break to have a good result against Leicester so we are able to enjoy our national duties.

"Before whatever break it is important to get a victory, but we want to keep second place and to catch Chelsea."

Southampton, who have won nine of their last 10 games in all competitions, host the Foxes at St Mary's Stadium at 3pm today.