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Reply | What The F***
at 22:00 19 Aug 2026
I think that whoever thought this up and whoever agreed to this should be sacked as they clearly don't understand the culture of Southampton FC.
The same goes for whoever thought up and agreed to a blue second strip! |
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Reply | Henry Nowak
at 11:43 4 Jun 2026
Why is this thread under the Football only section? [Post edited 4 Jun 11:44]
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Reply | Leading national press all want a ban for Eckert
at 11:42 4 Jun 2026
Are the club allowed to ban representatives of the BBC, Telegraph, Mail - basically any organisation that has libelled Saints - from Saint Marys?
I say:
F*ck the EFL
F*ck the FA
F*ck the BBC
F*ck Sky
F*ck the Daily Mail
F*ck the Daily Telegraph
in fact, F*ck 'em all |
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Reply | Now the dust has settled and I’ve calmed down let’s re-visit Spygate
at 12:04 2 Jun 2026
I think that now is the time to post and I have to say, Matt, your piece is excellent - thanks.
First things first. The delayed statements have probably been delayed for a reason - either legal or managerial. The owners and board would have needed time to consider their reaction rather than just posting some drivel in the heat of the moment. I am more than happy with the statements from Solak and Eckert, which seemed to have the right balance of contrition and strength.
It is abundantly clear that Saints have transgressed - according to the EFL's rules, which appear to be different to those across other countries. You would have thought that if this is important enough then this would be covered by FIFA, UEFA and the FA.
It is also clear that Saints' CEO seems to have completely messed up the approach to the issue and the subsequent process. I wonder if he was offered some inkling around the severity of the punishment if the adjudication was brought forward? If so, I hope that this was in writing and verifiable. If not, why on earth was the 14 day period shortened?
However, the punishment and manner of determining it seem dodgy to say the least. There are still questions that are still unanswered:
1) Why was the punishment so disproportionate? Especially for the players, staff (unconnected with Spygate) and the supporters. Although it seems over the top, I think that punishing the innocent does not equate to principles of natural justice and this concept has not been applied in this instance.
2) How can the punishment be judged as independent? The links to Middlesborough in the EFL and the initial panel are apparently so clear that they need further explanation. It would be reasonable for Saints to ask for details of any e-mails, WhatsApp's, texts etc. that passed between any one involved from the EFL side and Middlesborough in the days before, during and after the decision was made. I think it can be questioned whether the punishment was applied in good faith and how future questions of cheating and bullying will be handled going forward.
3) Why was the second leg of the semi final even played? It must have been clear to the EFL that expulsion of Saints was a highly possible outcome and this should have rendered the game unplayable.
4) Following on from 3 - why did the EFL allow Saints to sell tickets for the final and, therefore, also cause many Saints fans to make travel arrangements?
In short, I think that the EFL have massively mishandled the whole incident and whether this is down to incompetence of corruption, who knows?
Having read various Saints forums, looked on Instagram and looked at HYS on BBC Sport, I have to say that I despair of the attitude of many "followers" of the game. It's not just Middlesborough supports who are cry babies - Saints have a fair few as does the general public.
It's abundantly clear that many people who are getting all wound up have no experience of elite sport. Elite sport is brutal - cheating happens all the time - we see it in every football game played with simulation, managers with selective vision etc. Secondly, my experience of elite sport is that there is a level of ruthlessness that many would consider bullying - but to be honest, if you don't like it, don't do it. People commenting have been treating the interns like they are children - they're not! They are full grown adults with minds of their own.
Saints supporters need to move on from the desire to be everyone's favourite second team to being more like Millwall. What does it matter that someone else likes our club?
So overall, it's now time to move on and get behind Saints. There are some things that can be done:
1) Reward season ticket holders - particularly those who also travel the length and breadth of the country to support Saints.
2) A bit extreme but I would ban media such as the BBC from St Marys. Their attitude has contributed to the furore.
3) I think we need some new songs! I leave you to think up some imaginative lyrics!
4) If supporters are still not happy and can't get behind the club, then maybe watch another team or even do as Man Utd supporters did and set up a new grass roots club. |
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Reply | Another close season of uncertainty.
at 12:13 26 May 2026
Agree with a lot that you have said but starting on -4 points is really no different to having Will Still as manager. |
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Reply | Phil Parsons Hs To Go
at 18:27 21 May 2026
A CEO has a duty to protect the assets of the business he works for - in this he has failed as the staff (players) and customers (supporters) have been failed. As this happened on his watch, Parsons has clearly failed and must go. |
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Reply | Watch this
at 18:23 21 May 2026
We don't want sympathy - we just want justice, which has not been given, and consistency by the footballing authorities. Other than that fans of other teams can just go and do one! |
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Reply | Utter fiasco
at 18:11 21 May 2026
It would have been good leadership for him to have issued a statement - I'm afraid it's time to go! |
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Reply | So, refunds for not being in the final but nothing for the semi final games ?
at 18:11 21 May 2026
I think that there is actually a case to be made against the EFL here they should never have allowed the second leg to continue given the circumstances and the seriousness.
It's even worse that they allowed Saints to sell tickets on behalf of the EFL for the final - if you're not able to reclaim travel from your travel companies I would suggest claiming from the EFL in small claims court as the tickets were mis-sold and it is down to the EFL. |
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Reply | World Cup
at 14:46 15 Dec 2025
Unfortunately for your argument there are many Republicans who slag Trump off - such as the members of the Lincoln Project and Marjorie Taylor Green.
Maybe, rather than reduce yourself childish name calling, get your facts right and engage in some grown up conversation. That way you may earn some respect. |
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Reply | Is Tonda Eckert THE ONE?
at 11:44 26 Nov 2025
I get the feeling that they like him because they respect him - rather than the Russell Martin "love in" this bodes very well. It's also important to remember that he has done this with no Charles, Stewart or Romeo actually kicking a ball yet for him. Assuming he is appointed, January will be really important - both in terms of outgoings and incomings with quality over quantity being the key issue.
I know it's early days yet but I wonder if he is the new McMenemy? |
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Reply | Players admit they haven't been giving 100 per cent
at 13:46 5 Nov 2025
I have no sympathy for these players who earn an enormous amount of money - the least they should do is try. However, if you want to keep clapping and supporting them - that's up to you. However, it's you they are ripping off! I hope those of you going today and on Saturday let your feelings known towards these players.
My suggestion would be that the players should have white feathers on their shirts this weekend instead of poppies to highlight their abject cowardice. |
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Reply | Top 3 Hidden Gem Cities
at 13:34 8 Oct 2025
I used to live just outside of Portsmouth New Hampshire and the state itself was a wonderful place to live. I'm not a fan of many US cities - one because I find them a bit samey and two because they are becoming increasingly expensive!
I'm surprised no one has mentioned any of the Scandinavian or Baltic state cities as they are great. I do agree that Valetta is wonderful and I have a soft spot for most German cities, having lived in Germany as well.
I'll throw in:
1) Belgrade - fun city, increasingly cosmopolitan and people speak great English. The food and drink are brilliant. Of course, they have a football rivalry to match Saints/skates as well!
2) Ashgabat - the weirdest city I have ever been to. A white marble city in the desert some 30 miles from Iran, where all the cars are white and clean (by law!) and every building has some form of symbolism. People are friendly but the city is quiet.
3) Singapore - great architecture and variety of food & drink. Everything works and people speak English! Horrible climate though. |
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Reply | Jason Wilcox
at 20:03 5 Jun 2025
Who knows?
Even less point to this speculation than raking over old coals (which you don't seem to like when it contradicts your own opinions). |
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Reply | Players who didn’t give a 💩 today
at 07:42 19 May 2025
With the recent VE80 celebrations, I can't help but think that if the current crop of players and staff had been around in the 1940's we'd all be speaking German now. |
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Reply | players on loan
at 16:14 14 May 2025
Some of our under 21's may be worth a punt as well. Looking at the recent highlights they seem fitter and more enthused that the first team players. With the right manager and some experience in the line up - why not?
Also, who do Saints have on loan at Goztepe? |
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