Saints' secret weapon (From Daily Echo)

He's been immense this year.

He is a great player, but I think Cardiff's Whittingham has 13 or 14 assists this season, so he doesn't have the most in the league.

I don't think he's a secret weapon!

A lot of our poor results over the last 2 months was due to teams preventing our full-backs getting forward as they knew this was the source of a lot of our goals.

He has been great though. It's a shame our left backs don't have quite as much defensive nouse as Fraser.

I'm so glad this item has been published. I've read some perplexing comments in Saints-related threads on this site recently from fans of the opinion that FR isn't up to the job. This proves he most definitely is.

The current Saints squad is the best we've seen for many years, and it's time unsung heroes like Richardson got some recognition. Personally, he makes my 1st choice 11 every time.

This is a special time to be a Saints fan.

Good on you FR. And good on you DE for the spotlight.

COYR!

Great article Echo....please keep up the positive reports...Thanks.

Frazer took a knock on Tuesday and may be doubtful for Saturday,

I have thought for a while that he is one of our best players and deserved some air time, trouble is on here it is like a school playground everyone wants to be a striker and only seem to recognise a player who has hit the back of the net and slate them if they miss

StokesMcCalliogGoal! wrote:
I'm so glad this item has been published. I've read some perplexing comments in Saints-related threads on this site recently from fans of the opinion that FR isn't up to the job. This proves he most definitely is. The current Saints squad is the best we've seen for many years, and it's time unsung heroes like Richardson got some recognition. Personally, he makes my 1st choice 11 every time. This is a special time to be a Saints fan. Good on you FR. And good on you DE for the spotlight. COYR!

Ditto. Some criticisms are clearly from fans who don't get to enough games. He is brilliant on that right hand side and the quality of his balls into Rickie and Guly are top drawer.

OSPREYSAINT wrote:
Frazer took a knock on Tuesday and may be doubtful for Saturday,

My thoughts exactly, hope we dont go back to playing Dan Harding or Jack Cork at Right Back if FR is out - that clearly hasnt worked for us previously

bstokesaint wrote:

StokesMcCalliogGoal! wrote: I'm so glad this item has been published. I've read some perplexing comments in Saints-related threads on this site recently from fans of the opinion that FR isn't up to the job. This proves he most definitely is. The current Saints squad is the best we've seen for many years, and it's time unsung heroes like Richardson got some recognition. Personally, he makes my 1st choice 11 every time. This is a special time to be a Saints fan. Good on you FR. And good on you DE for the spotlight. COYR!

Ditto. Some criticisms are clearly from fans who don't get to enough games. He is brilliant on that right hand side and the quality of his balls into Rickie and Guly are top drawer.

Yes, a good spot by the DE. But have I missed their piece on Rickie's birthday? Just flipping through the West Ham programme and noticed it's the Southampton Goal Machine's 30th birthday TODAY.
Happy Birthday Rickie !! Hope it's a special year for you and the rest of us.

Someone scoffed at SMS when I said that Richardson had to be a contender for Player Of The Season. His contribution at both ends of the pitch has been fantastic. Shame he had injury problems last season.

This is a really good article. Where we sit, we've been saying all season that Frazer has been quality! Great going forward and solid at the back.

It must be true that the people who said he's been sh*t must not get to very many games

Hope he's good for saturday.

Great stuff Frazer. How many assists does Guly have? Anybody know?

Straight in my Fantasy Premiership dream team side for next year then!!!

Cork needs to be in centre midfied we look unballanced when he is right side.

Mush On The Beach wrote:
Straight in my Fantasy Premiership dream team side for next year then!!!

Me too. My fantasy team...

Superman
Thor
The Invisible Man
Sabretooth
Hulk
Batman
Spider Man
Doctor Strange
The Phantom
Cyclops
Fraser Richardson

Subs: Robin, Lallana, Lambert, Fonte, Wolverine

Got bad news, with Richardson is a doubt and jack cork and jose fonte picking up there 5th yellows it is going to be a very different defence :/
COYR

Matt Le God wrote:

OSPREYSAINT wrote: Frazer took a knock on Tuesday and may be doubtful for Saturday,

My thoughts exactly, hope we dont go back to playing Dan Harding or Jack Cork at Right Back if FR is out - that clearly hasnt worked for us previously

If Frazer is out I would like to see Butterfield given a run out. I was at the home game against Boro and his cross for Guly's goal was probably 'in my opinion' one of the best crosses/assists I have seen all season.

h.smith7 wrote:
Got bad news, with Richardson is a doubt and jack cork and jose fonte picking up there 5th yellows it is going to be a very different defence :/
COYR

5 yellows is not relevant after the New Year..

QUOTE

(i) If a Player accumulates five cautions in FTCM between the opening day of the Playing Season and 31 December (including any FTCM played on that day) in the same Season, he will be suspended automatically for a period covering: - One First Team Match

(ii) If a Player accumulates five cautions in FTCM between the opening day of the Playing Season and the last day of the same Season, he will be: - “Warned as to his Future Conduct”

(iii) If a Player accumulates ten cautions in FTCM between the opening day of the Playing Season and the second Sunday of April in the same Season, he will be suspended automatically for a period covering:- Two First Team matches

(iv) If a Player accumulates ten cautions in FTCM between the opening day of the Playing Season and the last day of the same Season, he will be: - “Severely Censured and Warned as to his future Conduct”

(v) If a Player accumulates 15 cautions in FTCM between the opening date of the Playing Season and the last day of the same Season, he will be suspended automatically for a period covering: - Three First Team matches

(vi) A Player who has already been subject to disciplinary action as a result of receiving five, ten and 15 cautions, and who goes on to receive 20 cautions in FTCM in the same Season, shall be required to attend a meeting of a Regulatory Commission, within seven days of the date of the last caution. The Members of a Regulatory Commission will have the power to deal with the Player in such manner as they deem fit. The same procedure will apply for every further five cautions received by that Player.

(vii) Any period of suspension arising from cautions will commence forthwith. The suspension will cover all approved First Team matches until such time as his Club’s First Team has completed the number of matches appropriate to the punishment in approved Competitions during the period covered by its opening league match and ending with the final match in which the Club is playing in an approved domestic Competition.

(viii) Any period of suspension or part thereof which remains outstanding at the end of a Season must be served at the commencement of the next following Season.

SEASON 2011/2012

Note: FTCM are matches in the following competitions: FA Challenge Cup , FA Challenge Trophy, FA Premier League, Football League, Football League Cup , Football League Trophy, the Football Conference and The FA WSL.

Hobson82 wrote:

Matt Le God wrote:

OSPREYSAINT wrote: Frazer took a knock on Tuesday and may be doubtful for Saturday,

My thoughts exactly, hope we dont go back to playing Dan Harding or Jack Cork at Right Back if FR is out - that clearly hasnt worked for us previously

If Frazer is out I would like to see Butterfield given a run out. I was at the home game against Boro and his cross for Guly's goal was probably 'in my opinion' one of the best crosses/assists I have seen all season.

Butterfield was still only doing running exercise, a weeks or so back, so won't be fit to come into the side.

Reference the yellow cards, I don't think the 5 card trick equals suspension once a certain date has been passed.

Not sure what the date is, but we are well passed it, so they shouldn't get a suspension, until they now reach 10 yellows, I think.

Costa Baz wrote:

Hobson82 wrote:

Matt Le God wrote:

OSPREYSAINT wrote: Frazer took a knock on Tuesday and may be doubtful for Saturday,

My thoughts exactly, hope we dont go back to playing Dan Harding or Jack Cork at Right Back if FR is out - that clearly hasnt worked for us previously

If Frazer is out I would like to see Butterfield given a run out. I was at the home game against Boro and his cross for Guly's goal was probably 'in my opinion' one of the best crosses/assists I have seen all season.

Butterfield was still only doing running exercise, a weeks or so back, so won't be fit to come into the side.

Reference the yellow cards, I don't think the 5 card trick equals suspension once a certain date has been passed.

Not sure what the date is, but we are well passed it, so they shouldn't get a suspension, until they now reach 10 yellows, I think.

See Osprey's post for a full explanation. 0)

Thanks osprey . If FR and DB are both out is it time to give youth a try in jack stephens ? Or maybe Aaron Martin who has played there but was needed in the middle before ?

I would not object to a No. 32 shirt starting on Saturday!

StokesMcCalliogGoal! wrote:
I'm so glad this item has been published. I've read some perplexing comments in Saints-related threads on this site recently from fans of the opinion that FR isn't up to the job. This proves he most definitely is.

The current Saints squad is the best we've seen for many years, and it's time unsung heroes like Richardson got some recognition. Personally, he makes my 1st choice 11 every time.

This is a special time to be a Saints fan.

Good on you FR. And good on you DE for the spotlight.

COYR!

spot on!
couldn't agree more Richardson is so under-rated, I hope this article (which is refreshingly good) changes that and the lad gets some recognition!
Just too bad he is now injured.

OSPREYSAINT wrote:

h.smith7 wrote:
Got bad news, with Richardson is a doubt and jack cork and jose fonte picking up there 5th yellows it is going to be a very different defence :/
COYR

5 yellows is not relevant after the New Year..

QUOTE

(i) If a Player accumulates five cautions in FTCM between the opening day of the Playing Season and 31 December (including any FTCM played on that day) in the same Season, he will be suspended automatically for a period covering: - One First Team Match

(ii) If a Player accumulates five cautions in FTCM between the opening day of the Playing Season and the last day of the same Season, he will be: - “Warned as to his Future Conduct”

(iii) If a Player accumulates ten cautions in FTCM between the opening day of the Playing Season and the second Sunday of April in the same Season, he will be suspended automatically for a period covering:- Two First Team matches

(iv) If a Player accumulates ten cautions in FTCM between the opening day of the Playing Season and the last day of the same Season, he will be: - “Severely Censured and Warned as to his future Conduct”

(v) If a Player accumulates 15 cautions in FTCM between the opening date of the Playing Season and the last day of the same Season, he will be suspended automatically for a period covering: - Three First Team matches

(vi) A Player who has already been subject to disciplinary action as a result of receiving five, ten and 15 cautions, and who goes on to receive 20 cautions in FTCM in the same Season, shall be required to attend a meeting of a Regulatory Commission, within seven days of the date of the last caution. The Members of a Regulatory Commission will have the power to deal with the Player in such manner as they deem fit. The same procedure will apply for every further five cautions received by that Player.

(vii) Any period of suspension arising from cautions will commence forthwith. The suspension will cover all approved First Team matches until such time as his Club’s First Team has completed the number of matches appropriate to the punishment in approved Competitions during the period covered by its opening league match and ending with the final match in which the Club is playing in an approved domestic Competition.

(viii) Any period of suspension or part thereof which remains outstanding at the end of a Season must be served at the commencement of the next following Season.

SEASON 2011/2012

Note: FTCM are matches in the following competitions: FA Challenge Cup , FA Challenge Trophy, FA Premier League, Football League, Football League Cup , Football League Trophy, the Football Conference and The FA WSL.

ohhh didnt know that, so thanks but cani just confirm, they are both not suspended..

The new Staplewood centre illustrated in a gallery of pics on the official site looks fabulous. Just underlines we're a serious club with serious ambition and the management are investing heavily and wisely in our long term future.

im thinking harding will come in.

h.smith7 wrote:

OSPREYSAINT wrote:

h.smith7 wrote:
Got bad news, with Richardson is a doubt and jack cork and jose fonte picking up there 5th yellows it is going to be a very different defence :/
COYR

5 yellows is not relevant after the New Year..

QUOTE

(i) If a Player accumulates five cautions in FTCM between the opening day of the Playing Season and 31 December (including any FTCM played on that day) in the same Season, he will be suspended automatically for a period covering: - One First Team Match

(ii) If a Player accumulates five cautions in FTCM between the opening day of the Playing Season and the last day of the same Season, he will be: - “Warned as to his Future Conduct”

(iii) If a Player accumulates ten cautions in FTCM between the opening day of the Playing Season and the second Sunday of April in the same Season, he will be suspended automatically for a period covering:- Two First Team matches

(iv) If a Player accumulates ten cautions in FTCM between the opening day of the Playing Season and the last day of the same Season, he will be: - “Severely Censured and Warned as to his future Conduct”

(v) If a Player accumulates 15 cautions in FTCM between the opening date of the Playing Season and the last day of the same Season, he will be suspended automatically for a period covering: - Three First Team matches

(vi) A Player who has already been subject to disciplinary action as a result of receiving five, ten and 15 cautions, and who goes on to receive 20 cautions in FTCM in the same Season, shall be required to attend a meeting of a Regulatory Commission, within seven days of the date of the last caution. The Members of a Regulatory Commission will have the power to deal with the Player in such manner as they deem fit. The same procedure will apply for every further five cautions received by that Player.

(vii) Any period of suspension arising from cautions will commence forthwith. The suspension will cover all approved First Team matches until such time as his Club’s First Team has completed the number of matches appropriate to the punishment in approved Competitions during the period covered by its opening league match and ending with the final match in which the Club is playing in an approved domestic Competition.

(viii) Any period of suspension or part thereof which remains outstanding at the end of a Season must be served at the commencement of the next following Season.

SEASON 2011/2012

Note: FTCM are matches in the following competitions: FA Challenge Cup , FA Challenge Trophy, FA Premier League, Football League, Football League Cup , Football League Trophy, the Football Conference and The FA WSL.

ohhh didnt know that, so thanks but cani just confirm, they are both not suspended..

Yes.

Confucious wrote:
The new Staplewood centre illustrated in a gallery of pics on the official site looks fabulous. Just underlines we're a serious club with serious ambition and the management are investing heavily and wisely in our long term future.

agree. we are on the up!

Well done echo, keep printing positivity and well played frazer.Just seen our game with Reading has been moved to Friday 13 th , 7.45 kick off. I hate sky tv.

Confucious wrote:
The new Staplewood centre illustrated in a gallery of pics on the official site looks fabulous. Just underlines we're a serious club with serious ambition and the management are investing heavily and wisely in our long term future.

Now that's what I call investment! :O)

Happy Birthday Rickie have a great day.

Condor Man wrote:
Someone scoffed at SMS when I said that Richardson had to be a contender for Player Of The Season. His contribution at both ends of the pitch has been fantastic. Shame he had injury problems last season.

I'd support this from afar.. If only he could be right back and right wing.. can the med centre at SMS do cloning?

The regulars at development and academy games have been putt out a bit by the work at Staplewood but how fantastic that things are moving ahead not just talk or paper.

Curious down under; can anyone say if SMS got the new sound system or swipe card system for STs? I think Nicola was saying last year that 4-7m was required for both?

I wondered if all this was due to some of the Chambo money.. not that it matters one iota.

Marvellous for us down under that the Reading changed.. we get an 8.45am Saturday kick off... bacon egg coffee pot and football on wide screen via PC while the missus has a lay in... add 3 pts and that'll be heaven - it doesn't get any better than that.

I really like this article.. Frazer is smashing but shh keep him a secret.

Oh and Happy Birthday to our not so secret weapon Rickie Southampton's Goal Machine.

Off the subject.

How many people would like to see PFC go into liquidation and drop out of the League?

Personally I would like to see points deducted and relegation but they survive.

Tirau Dan wrote:
The regulars at development and academy games have been putt out a bit by the work at Staplewood but how fantastic that things are moving ahead not just talk or paper. Curious down under; can anyone say if SMS got the new sound system or swipe card system for STs? I think Nicola was saying last year that 4-7m was required for both? I wondered if all this was due to some of the Chambo money.. not that it matters one iota. Marvellous for us down under that the Reading changed.. we get an 8.45am Saturday kick off... bacon egg coffee pot and football on wide screen via PC while the missus has a lay in... add 3 pts and that'll be heaven - it doesn't get any better than that. I really like this article.. Frazer is smashing but shh keep him a secret. Oh and Happy Birthday to our not so secret weapon Rickie Southampton's Goal Machine.

No sign of swie cards yet, and the sound is still dodgy. I think ptemiership millions might fund those improvements should we get there. On abrelayed note, word is saints might do loans for season tickets when the card system is in place because it is better security. Which would be welcome.

george chivers wrote:
Off the subject. How many people would like to see PFC go into liquidation and drop out of the League? Personally I would like to see points deducted and relegation but they survive.

Id rather see them drop down to league one and maybe rebuild. It would be good for them.

george chivers wrote:
Off the subject.

How many people would like to see PFC go into liquidation and drop out of the League?

Personally I would like to see points deducted and relegation but they survive.

tough one for me because i think as a club they deserve to be liquidated but i work with skate fans and they're (mostly) the same as us so i do feel for them , they all seem to want and end to it in the form of liquidation and to start again in the lower leagues ...... i do sympathise with this view !

joelster wrote:
im thinking harding will come in.

Might be an ideal time to bring Chaplow back? Drop Cork to right back, with Chappers in front of him.
I thought Harding was a bit hit and miss on the right and with just 15 games to go maybe a naturally right footed player, albeit a midfielder, might be best there?
If not, give Martin a shot at it.

They still come on here and gloat about their FA cup win. Well now it's time to pay for it:

"-Pompey boss Michael Appleton today revealed in his weekly press conference that the club could not afford to send Lawrence for a scan to discover the extent of his injury.

Their financial crsis has also meant they will be travelling to Barnsley by coach instead of flying, and that training ground staff could not access their pitch equipment after the storage company changed the locks.-"

Savour it. This has a very long way to go yet.

george chivers wrote:
Off the subject.

How many people would like to see PFC go into liquidation and drop out of the League?

Personally I would like to see points deducted and relegation but they survive.

For me, I'd rather not see them completely cease to exist. But with two failiures in as many years, they have learned no lessons in the delicate art of running a footballing business. A 10pt deduction is really not good enough. 20pts and relegation is what I'd like to see. Survival of sorts...and we still get to take the rip outta the skates.

Frazer Richardson is the best Right back in the Championship. And will be a very good Right back in the prem for us next season also .

The investment at Staplewood shows what a forward thinking football business is all about - also shows long term commitment btw.

The purchase and over paying of players you cannot afford shows what a cheating corrupt football business is all about. They had a reprieve last time but have over spent again and have outgoings greater than their income.

Sorry, time at the bar ladies and gentlemen please.

Baddesley Bill wrote:

george chivers wrote:
Off the subject.

How many people would like to see PFC go into liquidation and drop out of the League?

Personally I would like to see points deducted and relegation but they survive.

For me, I'd rather not see them completely cease to exist. But with two failiures in as many years, they have learned no lessons in the delicate art of running a footballing business. A 10pt deduction is really not good enough. 20pts and relegation is what I'd like to see. Survival of sorts...and we still get to take the rip outta the skates.

It's a chip shop with no vats
The fish are smelly spratts
They've had their chips
And sunk their ships
The batters down the drain
Bills just fall like rain
Few punters in the queue
Wait for fryer Andronikou
Board and nail Board and Nail
Saints fans shout: "Board and Nail"
Wrecking Balls Wrecking Balls
The taxmen shout: "Wrecking Balls"
It's a cafe with no plates
Stuff the F()()king skates

george chivers wrote:
Off the subject. How many people would like to see PFC go into liquidation and drop out of the League? Personally I would like to see points deducted and relegation but they survive.

Put that question to the small to medium size busnesses that may go bust or have to lay off staff due to non payment, the electricity company and the tax man wont be so effected, as a small business owner who HAS to pay his way(no they don't owe me) I would want them to pay the bill's or go out of business

Folkestone Saint wrote:

george chivers wrote: Off the subject. How many people would like to see PFC go into liquidation and drop out of the League? Personally I would like to see points deducted and relegation but they survive.

Put that question to the small to medium size busnesses that may go bust or have to lay off staff due to non payment, the electricity company and the tax man wont be so effected, as a small business owner who HAS to pay his way(no they don't owe me) I would want them to pay the bill's or go out of business

Oh and I think we should lend Scunthorpe a few players to get them up the league, well at least 4th from bottom

Folkestone Saint wrote:

Folkestone Saint wrote:

george chivers wrote: Off the subject. How many people would like to see PFC go into liquidation and drop out of the League? Personally I would like to see points deducted and relegation but they survive.

Put that question to the small to medium size busnesses that may go bust or have to lay off staff due to non payment, the electricity company and the tax man wont be so effected, as a small business owner who HAS to pay his way(no they don't owe me) I would want them to pay the bill's or go out of business

Oh and I think we should lend Scunthorpe a few players to get them up the league, well at least 4th from bottom

Don't care where they end up as long as it's not the same division as us. Horrible games I hate the agro it's not football as I want to see it.

7saint7 wrote:
Frazer Richardson is the best Right back in the Championship. And will be a very good Right back in the prem for us next season also .

I think you may be right ...

Focusing on the SAINTS rather than the sad demise of the blue few ......

LOL :O)

Saw Billy Sharp today - he just moved Club - had all this vile abuse - and getting into his stride after a workman-like performance at West Ham.

He WILL get goals for SAINTS !!!

Tadanari Lee also was at the signing and both are very popular players.

The BIG question for Southampton FC is the correct and effective use of our Strikers and on these decisions will make or break whether we progress to the Premiership.

I was upset when we lost the Ox to Arsenal - but both his Dad and Alex were greedy f*ckers and I saw Arsenal got turned over 4-0 last night ... (shame eh)

The reason I wanted Ox at Southampton is that We all recognised his potential to get this Club to the Premiership ...........

Moving on .. it is accepted that BILLY AND RICKIE are the best Striking partnership.

Not every ball has to go through Billy though - there are other outlets and at West Ham Adam should have taken the shot on rather than a misplaced pass to Billy which he could not reach .....
He probably would have scored and we would have beaten the hammers who should not be sitting on the top of the table with their hooooooof ball and all their claims for penalties ........

Who are our impact Strikers ?????

Lee Barnard - on current form NO - go on Lee prove me wrong but since your bit of trouble last year you have not been the same player or prolific goal scorer and injuries have not helped.

5/10


Tadanari Lee - Popular Chant at St Mary's - lively player - needs to work on being more robust in keeping the ball and getting the shots away on target .... has lots of potential.

7/10

David Connoly - Is a Legend for that goal against brighton last year. Has notched a few goals this Season - but not scored recently and it is a close call between him and Tadanari Lee who gets the nod from Nigel ....

7/10

There are lots of views from lots of Saints Fans - lets hear them ...

IT IS ESSENTIAL NIGEL GETS THIS RIGHT.

NIGEL HAS AN ARMY OF STRIKERS AND THE CROWD WANT WINS AND GOALS AT ST MARY'S.

NIGEL ATKINS RED AND WHITE ARMY.
(WE H8 POMPEY)

This post is off topic .....

IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT SAINTS FANS REMAIN SAFE ...

EXAMPLE 1.

Last Season at Plymouth ... a few fans went in the Plymouth End and one fan in particular couldn't contain his excitement and jumped around - only to be set on by green army and end up been swamped in a sea of fists and given a good kicking ....

THAT IS NOT SENSIBLE BEHAVIOUR - but shows the extremes our Supporters will go to to watch the MIGHTY SOUTHAMPTON.

EXAMPLE 2.

Chanting outside the Stadium incurs its own risks and if you are in a well established group - no issue.

Chanting singly or in a very small number may well incur a penalty from the Home Side .... i.e a good punch up or kicking.

Clubs like Ipswich - not a problem ... try it at West Ham etc and there will be trouble.

There is always safety in numbers and that's why AWAY Fans try and meet up at the Pubs with other Saints Fans or go to the Ground and drink safely in the Away End Bar (if you can stand the prices and short measures)

RED ARMY. THE PRIDE AND THE PASSION. COYR.

RedArmy1 wrote:
This post is off topic .....

IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT SAINTS FANS REMAIN SAFE ...

EXAMPLE 1.

Last Season at Plymouth ... a few fans went in the Plymouth End and one fan in particular couldn't contain his excitement and jumped around - only to be set on by green army and end up been swamped in a sea of fists and given a good kicking ....

THAT IS NOT SENSIBLE BEHAVIOUR - but shows the extremes our Supporters will go to to watch the MIGHTY SOUTHAMPTON.

EXAMPLE 2.

Chanting outside the Stadium incurs its own risks and if you are in a well established group - no issue.

Chanting singly or in a very small number may well incur a penalty from the Home Side .... i.e a good punch up or kicking.

Clubs like Ipswich - not a problem ... try it at West Ham etc and there will be trouble.

There is always safety in numbers and that's why AWAY Fans try and meet up at the Pubs with other Saints Fans or go to the Ground and drink safely in the Away End Bar (if you can stand the prices and short measures)

RED ARMY. THE PRIDE AND THE PASSION. COYR.

Are you high every time you post, Red army? Seriously, though quality posts, mate. Keep 'em coming. :)

_______


Also, are we actually playing on Sunday - heard a few teams wont play for couple of weeks cos of the FA cup?

Meant to say Saturday, obviously. It's an open question by the way. If you know then please post.

Oh, and I forgot to say; Red army, you are definitely my favourite poster. Not forgetting the the likes of Seedhouse, Slugger, Franiow and Tirau Dan etc.

To be honest. I think all of you are awesome. Except for Fatty ford and GHK (the real one) though - those guys are **** in their own unique way.

It is now 1.51 am so I must, regrettably say goodbye for now.

Stupid censor, must you cover every little thing?

* Meant to say TW_TS by the way.

GloryHunter wrote:
Meant to say Saturday, obviously. It's an open question by the way. If you know then please post. Oh, and I forgot to say; Red army, you are definitely my favourite poster. Not forgetting the the likes of Seedhouse, Slugger, Franiow and Tirau Dan etc. To be honest. I think all of you are awesome. Except for Fatty ford and GHK (the real one) though - those guys are **** in their own unique way. It is now 1.51 am so I must, regrettably say goodbye for now.

Not forgetting the inimitable Confucious who is unparalleled & beyond reality sometimes, but highly engaging & enjoyable!

rob the saint in NZ wrote:

GloryHunter wrote: Meant to say Saturday, obviously. It's an open question by the way. If you know then please post. Oh, and I forgot to say; Red army, you are definitely my favourite poster. Not forgetting the the likes of Seedhouse, Slugger, Franiow and Tirau Dan etc. To be honest. I think all of you are awesome. Except for Fatty ford and GHK (the real one) though - those guys are **** in their own unique way. It is now 1.51 am so I must, regrettably say goodbye for now.

Not forgetting the inimitable Confucious who is unparalleled & beyond reality sometimes, but highly engaging & enjoyable!

I forgot to answer your original question - yes we are at home on Saturday - to Derby, 3.00pm kick-off.

I expect another convincing performance; 3-0 will do with Ricky & Billy getting one each. Don't mind who gets the other one; maybe someone who hasn't scored for a while. Kelv? ;-)

GloryHunter wrote:

RedArmy1 wrote:
This post is off topic .....

IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT SAINTS FANS REMAIN SAFE ...

EXAMPLE 1.

Last Season at Plymouth ... a few fans went in the Plymouth End and one fan in particular couldn't contain his excitement and jumped around - only to be set on by green army and end up been swamped in a sea of fists and given a good kicking ....

THAT IS NOT SENSIBLE BEHAVIOUR - but shows the extremes our Supporters will go to to watch the MIGHTY SOUTHAMPTON.

EXAMPLE 2.

Chanting outside the Stadium incurs its own risks and if you are in a well established group - no issue.

Chanting singly or in a very small number may well incur a penalty from the Home Side .... i.e a good punch up or kicking.

Clubs like Ipswich - not a problem ... try it at West Ham etc and there will be trouble.

There is always safety in numbers and that's why AWAY Fans try and meet up at the Pubs with other Saints Fans or go to the Ground and drink safely in the Away End Bar (if you can stand the prices and short measures)

RED ARMY. THE PRIDE AND THE PASSION. COYR.

Are you high every time you post, Red army? Seriously, though quality posts, mate. Keep 'em coming. :)

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Also, are we actually playing on Sunday - heard a few teams wont play for couple of weeks cos of the FA cup?

Glory Hunter ...;O) LOL

I had a brilliant time at Bournemouth Away Last Season . We came away with the WIN and our magnificent AWAY SQUAD could be heard singing and chanting all the way to the Train Station ..

(Happy Days)

I was at Notts County Away last Season and it was a right laugh with and lots of Red Army's outside the Stadium .......

The Crowd were fantastic as always ...

4,000 went to Reading Away and chanting and singing outside the Stadium continued and it was really good.

WE ARE THE TOP DOGS IN THE SOUTH

WE ARE SOUTHAMPTON.
WE DO WHAT WE WANT.

I am always UP for having great Away Days and continuing the fun as long as possible ...

The above post could have been summarised .... Don't leave yourself isolated or outnumbered ...

RED ARMY. STRONG AND TOGETHER AS ONE. FIGHT AND WIN.

"He who learns to run away lives to fight another day", that's my motto in these situations, my escutcheon has on it three white feathers and a yellow streak, and I always carry a white hanky! Need I say more. Coward, me no, just still alive to tell the tale.