Southampton boss Ronald Koeman is aware of FC Midtjylland's prowess in the air ahead of their Europa League play-off.

Koeman knows the Danish club pose a genuine threat at set pieces but insists that his team is more than capable of dealing with the threat of the opposition at dead ball situations.

He said in his pre-match conference: "Normally last season we were the best team in defending corner kicks and we know that they have a number two who has throw-ins like corner kicks.

"We need attention in that because it is the most easy way to score a goal. You don't need to create, it's a long throw. They have got people who can head the ball, but we will hope to have enough to win the battle."

The Danish club will visit St. Mary's for the first leg of the play-off on Thursday.