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18 Apr 2026 17:24:01
Love the fighting spirit! Need Millwall to slip, they have won 7 in a row recently, so could edge it and Ipswich have games in hand.
If you were offered 2nd or a 50% chance of going up via Wembley, what would you do?
1.) 18 Apr 2026 21:29:13
I would take 2nd spot every day of the week and twice on Sunday given the cost of parking there!
Seriously though, play-off finals are a bit of a lottery on the day so as wonderful as it is having a big day out, if it ends in tears then I would rather accept the auto route.
2.) 19 Apr 2026 18:41:54
Yes, you are right. I hope we get that opportunity. Will go to the wire.
3.) 21 Apr 2026 21:48:35
Well, a draw tonight doesn't change much. We need to beat Ipswich well, and hope Millwall lose one of their last two.
Also, play-offs now confirmed. Who'd have thought that two months ago. And 20 unbeaten. On to the semi-final. I'd rather a cup win than promotion!
4.) 22 Apr 2026 08:15:02
Now Millwall and Ipswich need to lose one rather than draw and we probably need to beat Ipswich by 2 for the GD. Millwall would have to choke against 2 already relegated teams.
Still playoffs is a magnificent achievement. Hope we win when it matters
07 Apr 2026 22:37:06
Extraordinary stuff! Some have speculated whether the autos is still on.
Realistically, given the GD, we would have to win all our last 6, including crunch home games vs Derby and Ipswich (84 pts)
Then hope Ipswich lose to Middlesbrough at home, draw 2 and win the other 3 (83 pts)
5th is likely and 3rd or 4th is within reach.
1.) 08 Apr 2026 21:35:31
Putting my most optimistic-yet-possible hat on, best case for the final few games as I see it;
IPS NOR L, POR D, MID D, CHA W, WBA W, SOU D, QPR D, 82 points
MID POR D, IPS D, SHW W, WAT W, WRX L, 80 points
MIL WBA W, QPR D, STK W, LEI D, OXF D, 81 points
HUL SHU D, BIR W, LEI D, CHA D, NOR D, 75 points
SOU DER W, BLB W, SWA W, BRC W, IPS D, PNE W, 82 points
WRX BIR W, STK W, OXF D, COV L, MID W, 74 points
DER SOU L, OXF W, NOR L, QPR L, SHU W, 69 points
So it comes down to us and Ipswich on GD. But also, that final day would be one from four and utter madness.
Likely goes Ipswich’s way. But if we beat them, then it would be ours to lose. I think the pressure of Saints’ form on the faltering pack is starting to seep in.
If we win all of our final six matches, I think we finish second. That would be 10 wins in a row to finish the season and none of the four above us have won more than 3 of their last six.
Ipswich are unbeaten in 8 but includes some nervy draws. And they are playing a lot of teams with something to play for still. Boro and Millwall form is falling off a cliff but their run-ins are kind. I’d expect we end top four, but hope if we don’t go up, Ipswich do.
Then it’d be us against Hull/Wrexham if third, or Boro/Millwall if fourth. You’ve got to fancy us of those sides. The only issue is, we have to lose eventually. Hopefully it’s not in the play-offs. But frankly I can’t believe this is the same season where we were 21st, losing at home to Preston and Blackburn. If we’d made the switch to Tonda earlier (someone here won’t be happy reading that), we would be going up without doubt.
2.) 12 Apr 2026 15:30:29
Hahaha
30 Jan 2026 15:45:25
Any credible transfer rumours?
1.) 31 Jan 2026 13:37:18
Only on players leaving, nothing on incoming. I think they’re trimming the wage bill ( by up to 250k plus NI a week) and planning for next season already.
2.) 31 Jan 2026 16:31:12
I make you right @2408
3.) 31 Jan 2026 19:20:36
In truth, if they can cut their wage bill by 17 million a year plus complete the sales of Ramsdale Sugawara BBD ABK and Bazunu they’ll be financially fine for season 2 in championship. They’ll also have about 35 million for purchases. It’s crucial they secure Bree and Stewart on new contracts because to replace them like for like would cost 8-10 million plus they both have a point to prove.
I haven’t mentioned TBH AA Archer Edozie Aribo because there is so much uncertainty atm.
4.) 31 Jan 2026 19:48:04
Aribo off, potentially Archer or Armstrong, maybe THB, that’ll clear three of our highest earners and potentially get £25m in. Would allow us half a season to take stock and attack the window early which we never seem prepared for. All for it if that’s the plan and not splunking £20m on some rubbish from Ligue 2.
5.) 31 Jan 2026 19:53:35
No way will Ross Stewart get another contract. Unless he stays injury free till the end of the season but that would be like winning the lottery. Not going to happen
6.) 31 Jan 2026 20:12:51
Effectively he’d be a free transfer if offered a new contract, I think that would make total sense. Give him a 3 year appearance and performance based contract, he is a quality player whom fit and on the market would fetch 7 million plus, a contract wouldn’t cost the same.
How much has Downs Archer Adams AA Boufal Sulemana Carrillo etc etc cost the club over recent years?
7.) 31 Jan 2026 20:46:55
He is almost 30. His injury’s will only increase.
As of the most recent available statistics, Ross Stewart (signed by Southampton FC on 1 September 2023) has made approximately:
• 27 senior appearances for Southampton FC across all competitions (league plus cup) from his debut in November 2023 through part of the 2025-26 season.
This includes:
• 3 Championship appearances in 2023-24 after joining (all as substitute) .
• 12 Premier League appearances in 2024-25 (including 4 starts) .
• 12 Championship appearances in 2025-26 so far.
8.) 31 Jan 2026 22:08:24
All we can hope is that he is over the terrible run of injuries he’s had to endure. He is a top quality performer at championship level, he would also be a useful bench player in the premier league.
9.) 02 Feb 2026 11:32:13
Don't get me wrong, I like the guy, I also think he is a good player but it hasn't exactly worked out for him. I would say if he can stay fit and get us some goals in the remaining games it might get him a move to another club as his contract will be up in June.
03 Nov 2025 19:23:06
Rumours are Romeu is coming home!
Would welcome that leadership and grit.
1.) 05 nov 2025 09:29:02
quick and no nonsense answer is steve cooper, still out of work. did brilliantly for forest to take them up. probably not quite premier class yet. should be able to at least stabilise us. shippie
2.) 06 Nov 2025 03:27:53
Pretty good call shippie. KOM.
22 Jul 2025 07:05:15
Downes, THB, Bednarek, Matsuki and Dibling are all out for 'injuries'.
Any intel on who is about to leave and who might stay?
1.) 22 Jul 2025 20:33:57
Matsuki is apparently going out on loan. Would not surprise me if the other four all go. THB thinks he’s better than he is, Downes isn’t great unless he’s playing for Martin, Bednarek is another year older, Dibling probably isn’t interested in playing championship. The fun is only just beginning!
2.) 24 Jul 2025 06:55:41
Shame about Matsuki, could do with another CAM.
We are overloaded with CBs, so need to move some on or even try Wood or Jack as a 6, if Downes goes.
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21 Jun 2026 20:59:18
Thoughts on selling Charles?
He is a big game player that would be sorely missed.
Though, we have more strength and depth in DM than we do at CB (THB) or LW (Leo). An early sale would help us bring in a 9 also.
14 Jun 2026 16:14:00
So, we need a new 9, a backup 10 and to balance the books. Assuming we get 25m from Ramsdale and Diaz which path do we take?
1. Keep all key players deploy Matsuki at 10 and loan a young PL no. 9
2. Sell Shea (1 year left) or Jander. JWP or Sugawara covers RB and DM. Buy new 9 and 10
3. Leo to Everton, Dibling on loan. Buy 9 and 10
4. Sell THB and buy avg. CB, 9 and 10.
5. Sell 2 key players and spend 45m on good replacements, plus new 9 and 10.
(Ideally sell Baz and Downs but loan more likely)
08 Jun 2026 09:22:07
Just read that Sugawara can play DM and RB. If Jander and/or Shea go, reckon it would be worth keeping him Yuki if he is open to it?
04 Jun 2026 19:17:51
A few anti-spy chants for next season.
When winning.
We don't.need to spy (x2)
We can all see you're crap
When drawing.
Dun da lun Dun dun dun (James Bond theme)
Super Agent Tonda
When losing.
We can't believe it's 1-0 (x2)
You must have sent your intern
We're telling the EFL!
1.) 04 Jun 2026 19:58:49
A few more - awful Dad joke advanced warning
(To the tune Monster)
What's that coming out from the tree?
Is it our Tonda?
Is it our Tondaaaa?
We're not very good spies
We're not very good spiiiiies
Don't tell the Russians
We're not very good spies
Tonda's a German
Spying's what they do
He forgot he's a Saint
And thought it was World War 2!
We don't cheat anymore
We don't cheat anymoooore
Except with your Mum!
(Not for the Chapel Stand sorry)
Are you Boro
Are you Boro?
Are you Boro in disguise?
They didn't lose from an iPhone
They lost cause their rubbish!
Oh Taylor
Taylor HB
He celebrates
Like he's KGB
Nothing scares him
He's big and mean
Even when his in-law
Is Roy Keane!
2.) 04 Jun 2026 20:33:52
Majority of them need some work but the mum one is ???
3.) 04 Jun 2026 22:08:09
Its completely juvenile but quite an amusing comeback when we'll get the "you only win when you're spying/cheating" stuff
Some need work and bad language had to be changed which lost the rhyme but you get the idea. Some good chants will turn the atmosphere in our favour and amuse both sets of fans.
02 Jun 2026 08:04:54
New Solak interview on the BBC. He backs Tonda and says the FA banning him would be double jeopardy.
If I was Tonda I would head to Germany or Italy to escape this, get paid more + start over.
I respect his tenacity to stay and try and correct his mistake with a promotion push.
1.) 02 Jun 2026 12:34:04
Just watched Tonda speaking after full support from the owner
Absolutely amazing
Absolutely the right man for the job
come on you reds
Now let's carry on where we left off
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22 Apr 2026 08:15:02
Now Millwall and Ipswich need to lose one rather than draw and we probably need to beat Ipswich by 2 for the GD. Millwall would have to choke against 2 already relegated teams.
Still playoffs is a magnificent achievement. Hope we win when it matters
19 Apr 2026 18:41:54
Yes, you are right. I hope we get that opportunity. Will go to the wire.
31 Jan 2026 16:31:12
I make you right @2408
05 Oct 2025 16:02:19
I am usually a voice of optimism but I agree with your assessment @Millertime.
At 1-0 up and 9th in the league I was hopeful but now with our only target man out and another drab draw, we are a few levels off.
29 Aug 2025 17:04:39
(Profit including the prior sales of Sulemana out, Quarshie in etc.)
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06 Jun 2026 07:09:35
Yes I read that too. That oversight could cost us a few mil to replace Stewart, which is an own goal. Hearing Manning wants a new contract and hope can secure Bree. Solak says he wants a 10 to compete with Azaz.
Be good to bring in 30-40m through selling most of Ramsdale, Diaz, Sugawara, Downs, Larios and Baz, so do not have to sell as much.
If we only sell 1 or 2 key players, my gut says we will be in a 3 horse race for autos with West Ham and Wolves. Millwall and Boro will be weaker without Azeez and Hackney. Norwich, Sheff Utd, Wrexham, Burnley and Birmingham will be up there but think we can beat them.
05 Jun 2026 15:40:53
Peretz signing is huge.
I believe Ross has an optional 1 year contract extension we can activate
Some big names will go to balance the books but if we can keep 4 of THB, Jander, Charles, Aza, Leo and Larin I will be a happy man.
Tonda had us top since he took over. That will be hard to do with stronger teams around us, a weaker squad, no spying, points deduction but playoffs at least is possible.
Also the sides that stayed two+ seasons in the champ e.g. Sunderland and Leeds were the ones that stayed up in the prem.
04 Jun 2026 22:08:09
Its completely juvenile but quite an amusing comeback when we'll get the "you only win when you're spying/cheating" stuff
Some need work and bad language had to be changed which lost the rhyme but you get the idea. Some good chants will turn the atmosphere in our favour and amuse both sets of fans.
04 Jun 2026 19:58:49
A few more - awful Dad joke advanced warning
(To the tune Monster)
What's that coming out from the tree?
Is it our Tonda?
Is it our Tondaaaa?
We're not very good spies
We're not very good spiiiiies
Don't tell the Russians
We're not very good spies
Tonda's a German
Spying's what they do
He forgot he's a Saint
And thought it was World War 2!
We don't cheat anymore
We don't cheat anymoooore
Except with your Mum!
(Not for the Chapel Stand sorry)
Are you Boro
Are you Boro?
Are you Boro in disguise?
They didn't lose from an iPhone
They lost cause their rubbish!
Oh Taylor
Taylor HB
He celebrates
Like he's KGB
Nothing scares him
He's big and mean
Even when his in-law
Is Roy Keane!
29 May 2026 12:26:05
Thanks @2408
So looking at closer to 65-70m net transfer spend vs 50m then?
Hoping we can keep at least 1 of each:
Peretz and THB
Charles and Jander
Leo and Azaz
Stewart and Larin
Bree and Manning
Anything from loan players is a bonus
Big season ahead.