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I'm hoping to launch a new free experience that brings fans closer in person.
To do this, I need as many of you to share your honest thoughts, opinions and experiences with me.
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Virgil van Dijk
Sadio Mane
Dejan Lovren
Adam Lallana
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain
Victor Wanyama
Paulo Gazzaniga
Mauricio Pochettino
Toby Alderweireld
Southampton reunion in Madrid 🙏🏻
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Ralph Hasenhuttl on his future:
"I want to be here for a long time. Southampton is more challenging than going to work with a champions league club. This club was what I was searching for. This is the biggest job I can have. I couldn’t imagine something better."
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When Ralph Hasenhuttl took over, Southampton were one point from safety. LESS than two years later, with next to nothing money, he has taken us to TOP of the Premier League.
Let that soak in for a second.
Ralph is WORLD CLASS.
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In 2009 Saints fell into administration, were given a 10 point deduction & relegated to L1. Yet funnily enough, that’s the closest I’ve ever felt to my club. That unity and togetherness will stay with me forever. So have your
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, because I support a real football club.
FT: Leicester 1-2 Southampton.
I can't believe it. In October, Southampton suffered the joint biggest ever Premier League defeat. Just 78 days later they go to the King Power and pick up all three points. Ralph Hasenhuttl and every single player take a bow.
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Ibrahima Diallo BOSSED the midfield tonight against the current Premier League champions. Staggering at just 21-years-old, having only played in the French second division.
Were you impressed?
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Yes, Southampton might not be the most competitive club, nor are we the richest in the league - but we operate with integrity, virtue and principle. All the money in the world can't buy you class, just as other clubs have shown.
We March On, Together as One!
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Today marks the last day that Maya Yoshida is a Southampton player. He may not be the most prolific we’ve seen in red and white, but since he joined in 2012, I can’t think of anyone who’s matched his commitment, dedication and willingness to learn.
ありがとう Maya
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BREAKING NEWS..
Southampton boss Ralph Hasenhuttl has signed a new four-year deal with the club. It’s believed that Ralph wanted to stay at Saints to repay the club for sticking by him after the 0-9 defeat to Leicester.
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We’re half way through the working week Southampton fans. Let’s get your Wednesday off to a flyer with this throwback. Hands up if you celebrated Rickie’s goal like you had just scored at Wembley yourself? 🙋🏼♂️😍
Every smaller club has its day. They take chances on unknown players, and they flourish. This is when the bigger teams cherrypick by offering the player double the money & prestige of better football. There’s nothing a side like Brighton can do, despite how well they are playing.
Marty Cash - facing the ball, blatantly puts his hand out to stop the ball
(NO PENALTY)
Ryan Bertrand - turns his body away from the ball (PENALTY)
I’m speechless.
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Rickie Lambert on what Southampton need next:
"A complete reset is needed. They need a core of players who love being a Southampton player - that has been lost. Get rid of the players who don’t want to be there or think they are too good for the club."
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In all my time as a Southampton fan, I can’t comprehend the feeling when
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equalised at Wembley. It was euphoric. As if time stood still. I’m sad to see him go, as he’s a predator in the box and a natural born goalscorer. Good luck back in Italy Manolo.
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Ralph Hasenhuttl reveals that Jack Grealish was waiting for Romeu in the tunnel after the game..
Pick your fights Jack, there's only one winner there pal.
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This man👇🏻
I remember sitting in the stands every weekend being obsessed by how easy he made it look. His movement, positioning, everything - he just quietly went about his business dictating the game. Unless your a Saints fan, you’ll never know how good this guy was.
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James Ward Prowse: "That felt like the old Southampton tonight. We were bold and aggressive. We played with no fear and showed the true Southampton."
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If we want to get promoted this year, things need to change at St Marys.
It needs to be our fortress.
It needs to be LOUD.
It needs to be NOISY.
It needs YOU to get behind the lads.
It needs YOU to drown out away fans.
You can make the difference.
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Mauricio Pochettino on
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’s downfall:
"I care a lot for Southampton. I always have affection for them, we found amazing people, it felt like home. I am so grateful to them but I am not happy with their situation, they have the tools to get out of it."
🔴⚪️ at heart.
James Ward-Prowse admits that Ralph Hasenhuttl made all the players watch a video montage of their 0-9 defeat to Leicester just 15 minutes before Saturdays game.
[Source: Telegraph]
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Jake Hesketh:
“The people at Southampton are the people I probably want to impress the most because that’s the team I ultimately want to get into. Whenever the time comes that I go back, I want to impress the new manager and put a case forward to be in his team.”
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FT: Chelsea 0-2 Southampton
What a win. Masterclass of a away performance. Back to back away wins for Southampton, and finally a clean sheet.
Who was your MOTM?
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SOUTHAMPTON, YOU BEAUTY!
There are no superlatives to describe that resilient, dogged committed performance from the boys. Every single one of them put their bodies on the line, to secure all three points.
Who gets your MOTM?
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I have it on good authority that Hasenhuttl had the players training on Sunday (their day off), and took each person from the Burnley match day squad into a room for an in-death 1-1 chat. He’s also reportedly put the players through a ‘physically intense’ day of training today.
PREMIER LEAGUE STATUS ✅
Fulham’s win over Cardiff means Southampton have avoided the drop. Hasenhüttl has single-handedly kept us up. He’s transformed our team, and if supported financially this summer will take this club back to where they belong.
Thank you Ralph 👏🏻
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A quick mention for Hojbjerg, who I thought was immense today. Player at a great tempo. He's someone with a scary amount of potential. Good to see players taking their chance today 👏🏻⚽️
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DONE DEAL 🙁
After nearly 8 years of loyal service, Maya Yoshida has left Southampton Football Club to join Sampdoria. Through the highs and lows, Maya has been the complete professional prepared to give his all as and when he was called upon. Big loss off the field.
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Harwood-Bellis.
His leadership skills at 21 are superb.
He really supported Holgate today.
I caught him a number of times really shouting at Mason for his positioning, but also praising him for some good work.
This boy is special.
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Alex McCarthy on Danny Ings:
“I tell him before every game: ‘Make sure you score because you’re in my fantasy team, and he always does.
He has been captain a couple of times and he is getting me loads of points, so I’m happy with that.”
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These leaks about Ralph’s future, and poor relationship he has with the players is a dreadful look for the club. It’s disappointing and disrespectful end for a man that’s performed miracles keeping us, and given us some great highs. Ralph deserves better.
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Ralph reflects on this season:
“I made mistakes earlier this season, but I have learnt from them. I went back to basics, and found things we had to change. If you are clear with yourself, then you can be clear with your team about what needs to change.
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FT: Palace 0-2 Southampton.
Off the back of the Wolves defeat, that was utterly outstanding. That win is a terrific indicator as to how strong Southampton are mentally. There are very few words to describe the work Ralph and the squad have put in to turn this season around.
For SO LONG Southampton haven't really been able to compete in the Premier League financially. Just seeing a report that we could spend £25 million on one player has made my day.
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Ralph Hasenhuttl RAW.
"The handball was a great save, good goalkeeping. It was a really good save and we should probably cut the sleeves off our player's shirts too so that they are onside."
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Southampton are set to earn a £10m windfall from Liverpool’s Champions League victory in Madrid. Deals for Van Dijk, Sadio Mane, Dejan Lovren, Nathaniel Clyne and Adam Lallana all contained a bonus-payment clause should the Reds lift the European Cup. [Source: The Sun]
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Tonight, Steven Davis will become
Northern Ireland’s most-capped player. Congratulations Davo, you were a role model captain, and pivotal to the club’s success during your seven year stint down south.
Always a Saint 😇
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Jo Tessem on Friday’s play off clash:
“If you don’t want to come to the game on Friday and scream your head off, please please give your ticket to someone else. It’s so important that you support your team. We need that. It will lift the players.”
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Moussa Djenepo on the squad deferring their wages
“We had a couple of discussions - and it seemed an obvious decision to the whole team. We all agreed that we wanted to help out. Southampton is a family and we made a family decision.”
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In an interview with Bild, Pierre-Emile Højbjerg has spoken out about his relationship with Southampton:
“If someone had said to me when I was a ten-year-old boy, ‘You’re going to become a Premier League captain,’ then I would’ve laughed. It is a huge honour.”
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Interesting to hear Ralph say that Saints worked on the long diagonal ball all week in training to penetrate Brighton’s defence. No wonder he’s delighted with Vestergaard who implemented it PERFECTLY!
Ralph is on a different level, and we are so lucky to have him.
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FT: Southampton 1-0 Tottenham
Southampton produce a gritty performance, to secure all 3 points. I can’t describe how refreshing it is to see my team learn from past mistakes, and play with such maturity against the biggest clubs over Christmas.
What a start to 2020.
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The feeling you get after a win like that is indescribable. I haven’t stopped smiling since. The last couple of seasons have been hard to watch, and quite frankly it’s been hard to enjoy any of it. For the first time in a while I’m excited to watch my team.
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Ralph:
”We had a look at the players we have now rather than what we’ll do in January. I want to bring all our players to their limits. Training will be intensive and hard for them. If someone says it’s too much work, then they will fall under me”.
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Moussa Djenepo has sent almost £3,000 to his hometown to boost their chances of winning the battle against Covid-19. Moussa’s latest donation comes after his initial pledge of £4,000 to Mali’s health ministry, taking his overall aid package to £7,000.
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Ralph on Alex McCarthy:
“One year on and Alex is now calm on the ball, and his decision making with the ball is good. There has been some massive work done with the goalkeepers from my goalkeeping coach, massive praise for the work they all do.”
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Mario Lemina was granted permission by the Gabonese Football Federation to miss his country’s friendly game against Zambia to make sure he was fit and available for Southampton’s upcoming game against Brighton and Hove Albion.
Love that commitment 💪🏻
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Shane Long on playing time:
“Selfishly I want more game time, as I have a lot to give. But, if it’s minutes off the bench and we finish high up the table, I’d take that as well. I’m fully supportive of Danny and Ché because they’ve been brilliant.”
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11 years ago today, Southampton won the Johnstone’s Paint Trophy at Wembley with goals from Lambert, Lallana, Antonio and Papa Waigo.
What memories do you have of the day?
If you have any photos, do share!
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Southampton have started contract extension negotiations with James Ward-Prowse - who has two years left on his current deal.
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Gareth Bale has spoken about this time at Southampton:
“I loved playing for Southampton, the fans are incredible and I will always be in debt to them”.
He’s one of our own 😇.
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Pep Guardiola on Southampton victory:
"I'm so impressed with Southampton, they deserve to be where they are in the table. They play really good football."
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Carlos Corberan not happy with marginal gains made by Southampton with some dark arts - but accepts the result.
💬 "They have a good attacking coach - probably one of the best I know in England - and good players, but they did things they probably didn’t need to do."
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Ralph Hasenhuttl with a positive update on Danny Ings’ knee injury:
“He’s walking around the canteen here as normal again and thinks that he will be back after just four weeks.”
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Not seen a player that’s looked so disinterested than Maitland-Niles. No wonder he’s struggled to nail down a club in recent years. So incredibly average, adds nothing to us. Should be sent back if we’re contributing towards any of his wages.
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FT: Southampton 2-0.
Mind games about James Rodriguez counted for nothing. Southampton took Everton to school, and completely outclassed them in EVERY department.
Hard to pick a MOTM, but if you had to, who would it be?
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Russell Martin on Sam Edozie:
My daughter’s screensaver is a picture of me and Sam Edozie, I have told him that. She loves him, I love him and I think the supporters can be excited about him coming back.”
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WE’VE DONE IT!
I’m not afraid to admit I burst into tears when the referee blew for full time.
Back where we bloody deserve.
WE ARE PREMIER LEAGUE 😇
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ITV picking out James Ward-Prowse as the standout player of the first half. Ian Wright and Ashley Cole impressed by his ball-winning ability, his pressing, and his 100% pass completion rate.
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At the start of the season we couldn’t string four passes together, let alone go unbeaten in for four - taking points against some of the biggest names in Europe. We’re improving week on week under Ralph, he knows what he’s doing. Back him, and this could be special.
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Can someone with half a football brain explain to me why Southampton would choose to keep Alex McCarthy over Fraser Forster?
I'm honestly perplexed.
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On paper, Selles is a big gamble. But what Ruben has more than any other manager out there, is knowledge. Knowledge on THIS group of players - how they work, what makes them tick, their trust & respect. That alone, could be the 🔑 to keeping us up. What do you think?
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