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Welcome to Episode 348 of the Total Saints Podcast – your home for all things Southampton Football Club!In the final game before Christmas, Saints were held to a 1–1 draw at St Mary’s by league leaders Coventry City — a result that felt both fair and frustrating.Despite playing over 45 minutes against ten men after an early second-half red card, Saints couldn’t find a winner. We break down where it went wrong, whether it was a missed opportunity, and what it tells us about this side under Tonda Eckert.We also look ahead to Boxing Day, as Saints travel north to face Oxford United — a struggling side in the bottom three, but one capable of causing problems on their own patch.Martin Starke is joined this week by Steve Grant (SaintsWeb), Glen de la Cour (League One Minus 10), and George Rees-Julian (Daily Echo).COVENTRY CITY REVIEW• Another soft goal conceded from a cross — and familiar defensive issues• Coventry reduced to ten men early in the second half• Nathan Wood scores his first Saints goal to level the game• Over 45 minutes against ten men — why couldn’t Saints force a winner?• Tactical questions around shape, substitutions, and attacking intent• Gavin Bazunu going up for a late corner… then playing it short• Post-match flashpoints and Frank Lampard losing his cool• Five unbeaten under Eckert — but the first home game not won since his arrivalLIVE PODCAST ANNOUNCEMENTWe’re delighted to announce that Total Saints Podcast will be going live at St Mary’s Stadium on Thursday, 22nd January 2026, in partnership with the Saints Foundation.It’ll be a live audience, special guests (to be revealed), and a genuinely unique night for Saints fans. Capacity will be limited, with Patreon members getting first access to tickets.More details coming soon — but get the date in the diary.OXFORD UNITED PREVIEW• Boxing Day trip to the Kassam Stadium• Oxford winless in four and sitting in the bottom three• Capable at home despite struggles• Team selection questions ahead of a packed festive schedule• Saints need three points to maintain momentumSUPPORT THE PODCASTPatreon: https://patreon.com/TotalSaintsPodcastMerch: https://shop.totalsaints.co.ukWebsite & Prediction League: https://www.totalsaints.co.ukOur next episode is live on Sunday 28th December at 7pm — Oxford review and Birmingham preview.

Hello and welcome to Episode 347 of the Total Saints Podcast, your home for all things Southampton Football Club.Saturday lunchtime brought an unwelcome throwback for Saints, as old problems resurfaced in a frustrating 2–1 defeat away at Norwich City. Against an injury-hit side rooted in the bottom three, Saints missed chances, struggled to control the game, and were punished by crosses into the box. We look back at a dreadful performance that we never truly looked like winning — and ask whether this was simply a bad day or a more worrying sign.We also turn our attention to another lunchtime kick-off, with league leaders Coventry City heading to St Mary’s. On paper, it looked like a mouth-watering fixture. After the weekend, it suddenly feels like a far tougher test.In This EpisodeNorwich Review – A 2–1 defeat at Carrow Road as Saints struggle to impose themselves against a bottom-three sideWhat Went Wrong – Missed chances, defensive issues, and a worrying return of old habitsCoventry Preview – Can Saints respond against the league leaders at St Mary’s?Support the PodcastPatreon: https://patreon.com/TotalSaintsPodcastMerch: https://shop.totalsaints.co.ukSocials: @TotalSaintsPod on all platformsWebsite: https://totalsaints.co.uk

Welcome to Episode 346 of the Total Saints Podcast – your home for all things Southampton Football Club!This week, Martin Starke is joined by Glen de la Cour, Alfie House, and debut guest Rob Maddox (SaintRob) to break down a dramatic night at St Mary’s and look ahead to Saturday’s trip to Carrow Road. Saints made it three home wins in a row… but they certainly didn’t make it comfortable. After a blistering first half and a 3–0 lead, Tonda Eckert’s side were forced to hang on as West Brom clawed back two goals from set pieces.We discuss:Adam Armstrong reaching 11 league goals and running out of superlatives for his current formLeo Scienza continuing to shine with another electric performanceTom Fellows’ contribution to the opener (and concern over his injury)How Saints keep flying out of the blocks under TondaWhy second halves are becoming a problemSubstitutions lowering the level and the lack of depth behind the front lineSet-piece defending issues and the ongoing debate around Gavin BazunuSaints rising to 8th in the table after six wins in seven gamesPlus, the panel revisit the goalkeeper conversation… and whether January might be the time for change.We’re joined by Connor Southwell as Norwich undergo yet another shift in direction following the arrival of new manager Philippe Clement.Key talking points:What’s changed since Clement replaced Liam ManningImproved structure, intensity, and simplicity in Norwich’s playA significant injury list, including Josh Sargent and Mathias KvistgaardenNorwich’s youth-heavy squad, inconsistent attacking output, and a defence that has conceded heavilyWhy this remains a dangerous away fixture despite Norwich’s league positionHow Saints might line up – and whether Jack Stephens returns to the XIFollow & Support TSP🎙 Twitter/X, Instagram, Facebook: @TotalSaintsPod🛒 Merch: shop.totalsaints.co.uk💬 Patreon: patreon.com/TotalSaintsPodcast

Episode 345 – Birmingham 1–3 Saints Review + West Brom PreviewHello and welcome to Episode 345 of the Total Saints Podcast, your home for all things Southampton Football Club.Southampton kicked off the Tonda Eckert era in style, beating Birmingham City 3–1 in his first Championship match as permanent Saints boss. We look at the early signs of a “Tonda blueprint”, and what his full-time appointment means for the club moving forward. We’ll also turn our attention to Tuesday night’s clash with West Brom, looking at key selection questions, injury updates, and how Saints can build on a confident opening display.In This EpisodeBirmingham Review - Saints off to a flying start under full-time boss Tonda Eckert, winning 3–1The Tonda Appointment - Has he already begun to justify the club’s decision?West Brom Preview - Can Saints maintain momentum and control games at home?Prediction LeaguePlenty of movement again this week, with over 130 entries and a clear majority backing Saints to win. Prediction League access is included with all Patreon tiers.Support the PodcastPatreon: https://patreon.com/TotalSaintsPodcastMerch: https://shop.totalsaints.co.ukSocials: @TotalSaintsPod on all platformsWebsite: https://totalsaints.co.uk

Episode 343 – Saints 3–0 Leicester Review + Millwall PreviewSouthampton’s surge under interim boss Tonda Eckert continues, with Saints sweeping aside Leicester City 3–0 at St Mary’s to make it four consecutive wins. Martin Starke is joined by Steve Grant and Glen de la Cour to break down another dominant performance, a buzzing home atmosphere, and a team that suddenly looks confident, organised and effective. In This Episode• Leicester Review:– Saints 3–0 up by half-time after goals from Harwood-Bellis (x2) and Finn Azaz– Bazunu’s crucial early save– Tactical switches: Downs & Quarshie in; Stephens & Bragg out– Leicester’s red card and total collapse– Saints’ set-piece improvement and clearer structure under Tonda • The Tonda Question:– Has he now earned the job?– Players speaking openly about clearer instructions– What we still need to see: reaction to adversity, in-game management– Why not appointing him now feels impossible• Millwall Away Preview:– Injury-hit Millwall and a short turnaround– Likely return for Jack Stephens– Too soon for Oriol Romeu?– Predictions: Steve 2–0, Glen 3–1, Martin 2–0 🛍️ Black Friday Deals (Ends Friday at Midnight)• Shop: 15% off site-wide at shop.totalsaints.co.uk (automatically applied)• Patrons: 20% off with code on Patreon/WhatsApp• Patreon: 50% off first month or year using code BLACKFRIDAYPrediction League130+ entries this week, 91 backing a Saints win, and five people landing the exact 3–0 scoreline. Prediction League access is included with any Patreon tier. Support the PodcastPatreon: https://patreon.com/TotalSaintsPodcastMerch: https://shop.totalsaints.co.ukSocials: @TotalSaintsPod everywhereWebsite: https://totalsaints.co.uk

Southampton run riot at The Valley with a dominant 5–1 win over Charlton, scoring four goals in eight minutes on an afternoon where everything finally clicked. We break down a huge performance, look at the tactical shifts under Tonda Eckert, and preview Tuesday night’s home game against Leicester City, joined by Reedy from Leicester Fan TV.We’ve also got new Patrons, competition winners, and a big Black Friday discount running on the TSP Shop — all the details inside.This Week on the PodcastSaints thrash Charlton 5–1 at The ValleyManning opens the scoring before Armstrong, Jander and Azaz turn it into a routFinn Azaz bags a brace — the version we thought we’d signed?Adam Armstrong’s best game in years10 goals in the last three games… what’s changed?Tactical discussion: hybrid build-up, confidence boost, midfield tweaksTom Fellows impresses at right wing-backThoughts on Cam BraggTonda Eckert’s impact — is the job his if Saints avoid defeat in the next two games?Leicester preview with Reedy from Leicester Fan TVBlack Friday Week – TSP ShopWe’ve got 15% off site-wide all week at shop.totalsaints.co.uk — no code needed, discount applied automatically at checkout.Patrons get 20% off all week — your exclusive code is on Patreon and in the WhatsApp chat.Patron ShoutoutsA warm welcome to Mark McGinness, Rikki, and Michael Kevershan, who have joined our TSP Supporter tier. Thank you for backing the podcast — we appreciate you!Competition winners this week:Josh Starks (Patron) – wins our X giveaway, taking home the new LEO teeSean – winner of the Patron WhatsApp giveawayCongrats both!Prediction LeagueAnother huge week with over 130 entries.46 people got the result correct — unsurprisingly, no one nailed the 5–1 scoreline!Closest guesses: James Wills (5–3) and Britton Swisher (4–0).Want to play?You must be a Patron. All the details and leaderboard are on our website: https://totalsaints.co.uk/FeaturingMartin Starke (Host)Glen de la Cour – League One Minus 10Alfie House – Senior Southampton Reporter, Daily EchoThanks to Our SponsorsA big thank you to Paul Castle Associates and Steam Town Brewery for sponsoring TSP this season.Follow & Support TSPTwitter / Instagram / Facebook / Threads / YouTube: @TotalSaintsPodShop: shop.totalsaints.co.ukPatreon: patreon.com/TotalSaintsPodcast

Welcome to Episode 341 of the Total Saints Podcast – your home for all things Southampton Football Club!This week: :• Sheffield Wednesday Review – Another win for the Saints! Have things really turned around?• Manager Hunt Update – Despite back-to-back victories, is Eckert the man to take charge long-term? We dig into the latest rumours from St Mary’s.• Charlton Athletic Preview – The Saints return to The Valley to face some old ghosts in the Nathan Jones derby. Can they keep their momentum against their former boss?Join Martin Starke, Steve Grant, Glen de la Cour, and Alfie House as they unpack a chaotic week on and off the pitch.Links & Support🛍 Shop TSP merch: shop.totalsaints.co.uk💬 Join our Patreon: patreon.com/totalsaintspodcast – Prediction League, FPL, WhatsApp chat, ad-free episodes and more.

After a bruising week that saw Will Still and his staff depart, Southampton look like they’re finally finding their footing. Caretaker coach Tonda Eckert stepped up and steered the first team to a victory over QPR but is one result enough to land him the job permanently?This week:• QPR Review – A victory but not a lot of glory for The Saints• Does Eckert have what it takes to lead the team?• Russell Martin is bookies favourite to replace Still, but who else is in the running? • Sheffield Wednesday Preview - Can The Saints pull off two wins in a row for the first time in over a year?Join Martin Starke, Steve Grant, Glen de la Cour, and Alfie House as they unpack a chaotic week on and off the pitch.Links & Support🛍 Shop TSP merch: shop.totalsaints.co.uk💬 Join our Patreon: patreon.com/totalsaintspodcast – Prediction League, FPL, WhatsApp chat, ad-free episodes and more.