<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><title><![CDATA[Southampton - Newslocker]]></title><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/</link><atom:link rel="self" href="https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/rss/1000/" /><atom:link rel="hub" href="http://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com" /><description><![CDATA[Find your latest Southampton news with just one click. Don't miss out on anything happening in your favorite sport!]]></description><language>en-uk</language><copyright>Copyright (C) 2026 newslocker.com</copyright><lastBuildDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 14:25:00 +0100</lastBuildDate><item><title><![CDATA[Saints Women forward shortlisted for Player of the Month after four goals in February]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC Women forward Ellie Brazil has been shortlisted for the Barclays Women's Super League 2's February Player of the Month award.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-women-forward-shortlisted-for-player-of-the-month-after-four-goals-in-february/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 14:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-women-forward-shortlisted-for-player-of-the-month-after-four-goals-in-february/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Manning dubs Saints unbeaten run 'massive' during play-off charge]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ryan Manning described Southampton's nine-game unbeaten streak as "massive" as they look to break into the Championship play-off places.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/manning-dubs-saints-unbeaten-run-massive-during-play-off-charge/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/manning-dubs-saints-unbeaten-run-massive-during-play-off-charge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former winger claims Saints had 'no plan' after making him club record signing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sofiane Boufal claimed Southampton FC had "no plan" after making him their club record signing when he arrived in 2016.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/former-winger-claims-saints-had-no-plan-after-making-him-club-record-signing/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/former-winger-claims-saints-had-no-plan-after-making-him-club-record-signing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert explains why Jelert went unused at Sheffield Wednesday despite Bree sub]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert explained his decision to snub Elias Jelert despite subbing James Bree at Sheffield Wednesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-explains-why-jelert-went-unused-at-sheffield-wednesday-despite-bree-sub/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-explains-why-jelert-went-unused-at-sheffield-wednesday-despite-bree-sub/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Saints boss Souness describes hearing explosions while trapped in Middle East]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Southampton FC boss Graeme Souness has described hearing explosions from the airport while trapped in the Middle East after the US and Israel attacked Iran.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/former-saints-boss-souness-describes-hearing-explosions-while-trapped-in-middle-east/</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 14:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/former-saints-boss-souness-describes-hearing-explosions-while-trapped-in-middle-east/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints backed to make 'late dart' into Championship play-off places]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former EFL striker Aaron McLean has backed Southampton FC to make a late dart in the Championship play-off places with 11 games remaining.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-backed-to-make-late-dart-into-championship-play-off-places/</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 13:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-backed-to-make-late-dart-into-championship-play-off-places/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The trait that can give Saints edge over rivals during push for play-offs]]></title><description><![CDATA[It may be a clich&eacute;, but spreading goals around the team is a trait possessed by good sides - and it's something Southampton have shown they can do.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/the-trait-that-can-give-saints-edge-over-rivals-during-push-for-play-offs/</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 12:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/the-trait-that-can-give-saints-edge-over-rivals-during-push-for-play-offs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Player ratings as Saints beat Sheffield Wednesday without getting into second gear]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC did not have to get out of first gear as they recorded a comfortable 3-1 win over already relegated Sheffield Wednesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/player-ratings-as-saints-beat-sheffield-wednesday-without-getting-into-second-gear/</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/player-ratings-as-saints-beat-sheffield-wednesday-without-getting-into-second-gear/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every word Eckert said after Wednesday: Momentum, missing players and set-pieces]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every word Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert said after his side's comfortable 3-1 Championship victory at relegated Sheffield Wednesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-after-wednesday-momentum-missing-players-and-set-pieces/</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-after-wednesday-momentum-missing-players-and-set-pieces/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['As a young manager' - Owls boss Pedersen details why he has 'big respect' for Eckert]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sheffield Wednesday manager Henrik Pedersen insists he has "big respect" for the identity Tonda Eckert has established at Saints while winning.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/as-a-young-manager-owls-boss-pedersen-details-why-he-has-big-respect-for-eckert/</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/as-a-young-manager-owls-boss-pedersen-details-why-he-has-big-respect-for-eckert/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Crunch time' - Eckert insists Saints can improve despite nine-game unbeaten run]]></title><description><![CDATA[Head coach Tonda Eckert was pleased with Southampton FC's performance in a 3-1 win over Sheffield Wednesday, but insisted his charges can still improve.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/crunch-time-eckert-insists-saints-can-improve-despite-nine-game-unbeaten-run/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 18:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/crunch-time-eckert-insists-saints-can-improve-despite-nine-game-unbeaten-run/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['It's precautionary' - Eckert issues fresh update on fitness of absent Stewart]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert eased concerns over fitness of Ross Stewart, despite his absence from the 3-1 win at Sheffield Wednesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/its-precautionary-eckert-issues-fresh-update-on-fitness-of-absent-stewart/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 18:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/its-precautionary-eckert-issues-fresh-update-on-fitness-of-absent-stewart/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints defenders on target to record comfortable win at relegated Sheffield Wednesday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton's defenders scored all three goals as they subjected already-relegated Sheffield Wednesday to a 3-1 Championship defeat at home.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-defenders-on-target-to-record-comfortable-win-at-relegated-sheffield-wednesday/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 17:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-defenders-on-target-to-record-comfortable-win-at-relegated-sheffield-wednesday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Stewart absent from Saints squad at Sheff Weds]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates as Southampton FC face already relegated Sheffield Wednesday at Hillsborough.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-stewart-absent-from-saints-squad-at-sheff-weds/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 13:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-stewart-absent-from-saints-squad-at-sheff-weds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints restore two-goal lead at Sheff Wednesday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates as Southampton FC face already relegated Sheffield Wednesday at Hillsborough.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-restore-two-goal-lead-at-sheff-wednesday/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 13:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-restore-two-goal-lead-at-sheff-wednesday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints face already relegated Sheffield Wednesday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates as Southampton FC face already relegated Sheffield Wednesday at Hillsborough.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-face-already-relegated-sheffield-wednesday/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 13:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-face-already-relegated-sheffield-wednesday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints apply early pressure at Sheff Wednesday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates as Southampton FC face already relegated Sheffield Wednesday at Hillsborough.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-apply-early-pressure-at-sheff-wednesday/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 13:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-apply-early-pressure-at-sheff-wednesday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as full-back doubles Saints lead at Sheff Wednesday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates as Southampton FC face already relegated Sheffield Wednesday at Hillsborough.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-full-back-doubles-saints-lead-at-sheff-wednesday/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 13:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-full-back-doubles-saints-lead-at-sheff-wednesday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates and reaction as Saints beat Sheffield Wednesday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates as Southampton FC face already relegated Sheffield Wednesday at Hillsborough.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-and-reaction-as-saints-beat-sheffield-wednesday/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 13:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-and-reaction-as-saints-beat-sheffield-wednesday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints predicted team to face Sheffield Wednesday: Eckert names 'strongest' side]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC have never won in three consecutive league visits to Hillsborough, but they are heavy favourites to break that record today.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-predicted-team-to-face-sheffield-wednesday-eckert-names-strongest-side/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-predicted-team-to-face-sheffield-wednesday-eckert-names-strongest-side/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['More freedom' - Bree not expecting easy game against relegated Sheffield Wednesday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC defender James Bree is not expecting an easy game against Sheffield Wednesday, despite the Owls already being relegated.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/more-freedom-bree-not-expecting-easy-game-against-relegated-sheffield-wednesday/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/more-freedom-bree-not-expecting-easy-game-against-relegated-sheffield-wednesday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Benali: 'I feel for the staff, players, fans and everyone at Sheffield Wednesday']]></title><description><![CDATA[It is sad to see any club go through struggles for one reason or another, but what is happening at Sheffield Wednesday is difficult for me to stomach.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/benali-i-feel-for-the-staff-players-fans-and-everyone-at-sheffield-wednesday/</link><pubDate>Sat, 28 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/benali-i-feel-for-the-staff-players-fans-and-everyone-at-sheffield-wednesday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Not too long' - Eckert issues fresh update on Robinson and McCarthy injuries]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert issued a fresh update on Jay Robinson, with the injured Saints forward expected to return to action soon.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/not-too-long-eckert-issues-fresh-update-on-robinson-and-mccarthy-injuries/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 23:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/not-too-long-eckert-issues-fresh-update-on-robinson-and-mccarthy-injuries/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['No beers, no wine' - Eckert details recovery plans ahead of four straight away games]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert quipped that players are barred from drinking beer and wine on the journey home as they look to maximise recovery during a busy period.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/no-beers-no-wine-eckert-details-recovery-plans-ahead-of-four-straight-away-games/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 23:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/no-beers-no-wine-eckert-details-recovery-plans-ahead-of-four-straight-away-games/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints under-21s denied chance to move second by late Everton equaliser]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton under-21s extended their unbeaten run to four games but were pegged back in added time of their 2-2 draw with Everton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-under-21s-denied-chance-to-move-second-by-late-everton-equaliser/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 17:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-under-21s-denied-chance-to-move-second-by-late-everton-equaliser/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Promising Saints defender dealt more injury misfortune with broken ankle]]></title><description><![CDATA[Unfortunate Southampton defender Nat Boot has suffered another injury, with a broken ankle expected to keep him sidelined for a significant period.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/promising-saints-defender-dealt-more-injury-misfortune-with-broken-ankle/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 12:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/promising-saints-defender-dealt-more-injury-misfortune-with-broken-ankle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Premier League to roll out first streaming platform in move that could transform TV]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Premier League will roll out its first streaming platform in Singapore next season, in a move it hopes could be expanded globally if it is successful.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/premier-league-to-roll-out-first-streaming-platform-in-move-that-could-transform-tv/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 10:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/premier-league-to-roll-out-first-streaming-platform-in-move-that-could-transform-tv/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['We will go full strength' - Eckert sends clear message to Sheffield Wednesday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert shut down hints of complacency and declared that he will name a full-strength team at Sheffield Wednesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/we-will-go-full-strength-eckert-sends-clear-message-to-sheffield-wednesday/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/we-will-go-full-strength-eckert-sends-clear-message-to-sheffield-wednesday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every word Eckert said on team selection, praise and Sheffield Wednesday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every word Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert said ahead of their trip to Sheffield Wednesday in the Championship on Saturday, February 28.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-team-selection-praise-and-sheffield-wednesday/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-team-selection-praise-and-sheffield-wednesday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sporting stars of 1976 cup final were celebrated at 30th anniversary reunion]]></title><description><![CDATA[When the Saints famously upset the odds to beat Manchester United it seemed as if the whole world stopped turning.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/sporting-stars-of-1976-cup-final-were-celebrated-at-30th-anniversary-reunion/</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/sporting-stars-of-1976-cup-final-were-celebrated-at-30th-anniversary-reunion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I can't wait' - Saints ace 'looking forward' to making Sheffield Wednesday return]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton midfielder Shea Charles insisted he "can't wait to go back" to Sheffield Wednesday this week, after a successful spell on loan last season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/i-cant-wait-saints-ace-looking-forward-to-making-sheffield-wednesday-return/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 18:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/i-cant-wait-saints-ace-looking-forward-to-making-sheffield-wednesday-return/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints fans can delve into Daily Echo's rich newspaper archives dating back to 1823]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you want to learn more about Southampton Football Club's history, you can now delve into first-hand accounts for yourself by exploring our rich archives.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-fans-can-delve-into-daily-echos-rich-newspaper-archives-dating-back-to-1823/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 17:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-fans-can-delve-into-daily-echos-rich-newspaper-archives-dating-back-to-1823/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Statistical supercomputer calculates Saints chances of promotion this season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC have been given a 45 per cent chance of finishing in the Championship&rsquo;s top six this season, according to a new supercomputer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/statistical-supercomputer-calculates-saints-chances-of-promotion-this-season/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 15:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/statistical-supercomputer-calculates-saints-chances-of-promotion-this-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Five Saints players named in Championship Team of the Week after thrashing QPR]]></title><description><![CDATA[Five Southampton FC players have been named in the Championship Team of the Week, following their 5-0 win over potential play-off rivals QPR.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/five-saints-players-named-in-championship-team-of-the-week-after-thrashing-qpr/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 13:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/five-saints-players-named-in-championship-team-of-the-week-after-thrashing-qpr/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Football club offering your band chance to open for McFly at St Mary's]]></title><description><![CDATA[Local bands are being offered the chance to open for McFly at St Mary&rsquo;s, as part of a 'Battle of the Bands' competition hosted by Southampton FC.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/football-club-offering-your-band-chance-to-open-for-mcfly-at-st-marys/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 13:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/football-club-offering-your-band-chance-to-open-for-mcfly-at-st-marys/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I believe in that' - Eckert's transfer statement proves he is wise beyond his years]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert has shown he has the right ideas when it comes to squad building, placing a high emphasis on life and football experience.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/i-believe-in-that-eckerts-transfer-statement-proves-he-is-wise-beyond-his-years/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 12:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/i-believe-in-that-eckerts-transfer-statement-proves-he-is-wise-beyond-his-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Nearly 90 teams take part in James Beattie Football Academy grassroots tournament]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nearly 90 teams braved the weather conditions to take part in a grassroots football tournament hosted by the James Beattie Football Academy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/nearly-90-teams-take-part-in-james-beattie-football-academy-grassroots-tournament/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 12:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/nearly-90-teams-take-part-in-james-beattie-football-academy-grassroots-tournament/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints working to beat Rangers and Celtic to signing of teenage prospect]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC are working to finalise the signing of Queen's Park starlet Harris Afzal, as they look to add more talent to their academy ranks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-working-to-beat-rangers-and-celtic-to-signing-of-teenage-prospect/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-working-to-beat-rangers-and-celtic-to-signing-of-teenage-prospect/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints' 5-0 destruction at Hillsborough blighted the club's dark days]]></title><description><![CDATA[George Burley's side travelled north, hoping to get some points on the board]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-5-0-destruction-at-hillsborough-blighted-the-clubs-dark-days/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-5-0-destruction-at-hillsborough-blighted-the-clubs-dark-days/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I want more goals and assists' - Matsuki not settling for first brace at Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC attacker Kuryu Matsuki admitted he felt "unbelievable" after scoring his first brace in English football, and he is hungry for more goals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/i-want-more-goals-and-assists-matsuki-not-settling-for-first-brace-at-saints/</link><pubDate>Thu, 26 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/i-want-more-goals-and-assists-matsuki-not-settling-for-first-brace-at-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Consortium pulls out of deal to buy Sheffield Wednesday days before Saints match]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Consortium seeking to buy Sheffield Wednesday says it has withdrawn from the process, just days before Southampton FC visit Hillsborough.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/consortium-pulls-out-of-deal-to-buy-sheffield-wednesday-days-before-saints-match/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 16:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/consortium-pulls-out-of-deal-to-buy-sheffield-wednesday-days-before-saints-match/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Top Tonda, new leaders and Larin's role: Biggest Saints talking points after QPR]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC responded to a difficult 1-1 draw with Charlton at the weekend in the perfect way, producing a five-star performance against QPR.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/top-tonda-new-leaders-and-larins-role-biggest-saints-talking-points-after-qpr/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 13:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/top-tonda-new-leaders-and-larins-role-biggest-saints-talking-points-after-qpr/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[QPR boss points to 'the crucial moment' that led to heavy defeat at Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[QPR manager Julien Stephan pointed to the injury of star man Nicolas Madsen as "the crucial moment" resulting in their 5-0 defeat at Southampton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/qpr-boss-points-to-the-crucial-moment-that-led-to-heavy-defeat-at-saints/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 11:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/qpr-boss-points-to-the-crucial-moment-that-led-to-heavy-defeat-at-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Player ratings as Saints show best version of themselves in 5-0 win over QPR]]></title><description><![CDATA[Kuryu Matsuki shone the brightest as Southampton FC showed their best version en route to a convincing 5-0 win over QPR at St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/player-ratings-as-saints-show-best-version-of-themselves-in-5-0-win-over-qpr/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/player-ratings-as-saints-show-best-version-of-themselves-in-5-0-win-over-qpr/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every word Eckert said on thrashing QPR, making statement and signing life experience]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every word Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert said after his side's 5-0 win over potential Championship play-off challengers QPR at St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-thrashing-qpr-making-statement-and-signing-life-experience/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-thrashing-qpr-making-statement-and-signing-life-experience/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Relegation-threatened Championship side sack manager after no wins in eight games]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Brom sacked head coach Eric Ramsay after their 1-1 draw against Charlton left them just a point above the Championship relegation zone.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/relegation-threatened-championship-side-sack-manager-after-no-wins-in-eight-games/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 01:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/relegation-threatened-championship-side-sack-manager-after-no-wins-in-eight-games/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['He loves this club' - Eckert insists he 'never doubted' Saints attacker]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert insisted he has never doubted Finn Azaz and revealed that the midfielder is striving to take on more responsibility.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/he-loves-this-club-eckert-insists-he-never-doubted-saints-attacker/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 00:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/he-loves-this-club-eckert-insists-he-never-doubted-saints-attacker/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['He's very humble' - Eckert lauds Matsuki character after first league goals]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert labelled Kuryu Matsuki a "very nice player to coach" as he lauded the Japanese midfielder's "humility".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/hes-very-humble-eckert-lauds-matsuki-character-after-first-league-goals/</link><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 00:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/hes-very-humble-eckert-lauds-matsuki-character-after-first-league-goals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints thrash play-off rivals QPR to send Championship statement]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton thrashed Championship play-off rivals QPR 5-0 to send a statement to the promotion-chasing pack as they made it seven league games unbeaten.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-thrash-play-off-rivals-qpr-to-send-championship-statement/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 22:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-thrash-play-off-rivals-qpr-to-send-championship-statement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Saints tear QPR apart - As it happened]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship match updates from St Mary's as Southampton FC face QPR.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-saints-tear-qpr-apart-as-it-happened/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 18:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-saints-tear-qpr-apart-as-it-happened/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints tear QPR apart at St Mary's]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship match updates from St Mary's as Southampton FC face QPR.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-tear-qpr-apart-at-st-marys/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 18:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-tear-qpr-apart-at-st-marys/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints make three changes to face QPR]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship match updates from St Mary's as Southampton FC face QPR.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-make-three-changes-to-face-qpr/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 18:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-make-three-changes-to-face-qpr/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints double lead over QPR right before break]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship match updates from St Mary's as Southampton FC face QPR.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-double-lead-over-qpr-right-before-break/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 18:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-double-lead-over-qpr-right-before-break/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints cut QPR apart to score fourth goal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship match updates from St Mary's as Southampton FC face QPR.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-cut-qpr-apart-to-score-fourth-goal/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 18:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-cut-qpr-apart-to-score-fourth-goal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints aim to bounce back against QPR]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship match updates from St Mary's as Southampton FC face QPR.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-aim-to-bounce-back-against-qpr/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 18:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-aim-to-bounce-back-against-qpr/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints predicted team to face QPR as they look to keep pace in play-off hunt]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC are looking to return to winning ways in the Championship when they host QPR at St Mary's this evening.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-predicted-team-to-face-qpr-as-they-look-to-keep-pace-in-play-off-hunt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-predicted-team-to-face-qpr-as-they-look-to-keep-pace-in-play-off-hunt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Manning calls on Saints to win next two games to complete seven-point week]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ryan Manning insisted Southampton must beat QPR and Sheffield Wednesday to complete a much-needed seven-point week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/manning-calls-on-saints-to-win-next-two-games-to-complete-seven-point-week/</link><pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/manning-calls-on-saints-to-win-next-two-games-to-complete-seven-point-week/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Onuachu leads goal charts in Turkey after scoring for six straight games]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Southampton FC forward Paul Onuachu now leads the scoring charts in the Turkish Super Lig after scoring for the sixth game in a row.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/onuachu-leads-goal-charts-in-turkey-after-scoring-for-six-straight-games/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 17:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/onuachu-leads-goal-charts-in-turkey-after-scoring-for-six-straight-games/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['A crazy week' - Saints starlet signs new contract after making senior debut]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC youngster Sufianu Sillah Dibaga has penned a new deal until 2028 after making his senior debut in the FA Cup this month.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/a-crazy-week-saints-starlet-signs-new-contract-after-making-senior-debut/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 16:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/a-crazy-week-saints-starlet-signs-new-contract-after-making-senior-debut/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Manning outlines biggest frustration following draw with Charlton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ryan Manning felt Charlton's low-block tactics were a reflection of Southampton's improvement in recent weeks, but admitted it was frustrating to play against.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/manning-outlines-biggest-frustration-following-draw-with-charlton/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 14:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/manning-outlines-biggest-frustration-following-draw-with-charlton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Keep going' - Eckert confident Saints will keep foot on gas to earn play-off spot]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert is confident his side will "keep their foot on the gas" and earn a spot in the Championship play-offs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/keep-going-eckert-confident-saints-will-keep-foot-on-gas-to-earn-play-off-spot/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 13:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/keep-going-eckert-confident-saints-will-keep-foot-on-gas-to-earn-play-off-spot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every word Eckert said on play-off chances, expectations, continuity and QPR]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every word Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert said ahead of his side facing QPR at St Mary's on Tuesday, February 24.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-play-off-chances-expectations-continuity-and-qpr/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 13:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-play-off-chances-expectations-continuity-and-qpr/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[TV details: How to watch Saints vs QPR in midweek Championship clash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC need to get back to winning ways when they host QPR, after they were held to a frustrating 1-1 draw with Charlton last time out.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/tv-details-how-to-watch-saints-vs-qpr-in-midweek-championship-clash/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/tv-details-how-to-watch-saints-vs-qpr-in-midweek-championship-clash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rare photos of Southampton skateboarding boom in the early days of the craze]]></title><description><![CDATA[Decades before X-Games and Olympic gold medals, skateboarding hit British streets like a counter-culture tsunami.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/rare-photos-of-southampton-skateboarding-boom-in-the-early-days-of-the-craze/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/rare-photos-of-southampton-skateboarding-boom-in-the-early-days-of-the-craze/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Unwanted Football League record set as first Championship relegation confirmed]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sheffield Wednesday became the first team in Football League history to be relegated in February after being beaten 2-1 by rivals Sheffield United.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/unwanted-football-league-record-set-as-first-championship-relegation-confirmed/</link><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 00:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/unwanted-football-league-record-set-as-first-championship-relegation-confirmed/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints miss chance to capitalise in top six hunt - but it is not the end of the world]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC missed a really good opportunity to gain ground on most of their Championship play-off rivals when they drew 1-1 with Charlton Athletic.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-miss-chance-to-capitalise-in-top-six-hunt-but-it-is-not-the-end-of-the-world/</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2026 13:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-miss-chance-to-capitalise-in-top-six-hunt-but-it-is-not-the-end-of-the-world/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Striker Stewart makes his point as Saints weigh up impending contract decision]]></title><description><![CDATA[Striker Ross Stewart keeps making his point as Southampton weigh up their decision ahead of the 29 year old's contract at St Mary's expiring this year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/striker-stewart-makes-his-point-as-saints-weigh-up-impending-contract-decision/</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2026 12:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/striker-stewart-makes-his-point-as-saints-weigh-up-impending-contract-decision/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Player ratings as Saints lack final third quality in disappointing Charlton draw]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC lacked quality in the final third and a little bit of inventiveness as they were held to a frustrating 1-1 draw against Charlton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/player-ratings-as-saints-lack-final-third-quality-in-disappointing-charlton-draw/</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/player-ratings-as-saints-lack-final-third-quality-in-disappointing-charlton-draw/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every word Eckert said on Charlton draw, Downes aggression and Scienza substitution]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every word Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert said after his Saints side's 1-1 draw with Charlton Athletic, extending their unbeaten run to six.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-charlton-draw-downes-aggression-and-scienza-substitution/</link><pubDate>Sun, 22 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-charlton-draw-downes-aggression-and-scienza-substitution/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert insists 'disappointing' draw against Charlton can still be valuable point]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert insisted a point earned against Charlton is still valuable after his side drew 1-1, having taken the lead.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-insists-disappointing-draw-against-charlton-can-still-be-valuable-point/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2026 19:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-insists-disappointing-draw-against-charlton-can-still-be-valuable-point/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jones hits back at Saints: 'I can't remember the last time you beat Man City']]></title><description><![CDATA[Charlton manager Nathan Jones hit back at former club Southampton FC after a 1-1 draw, asking: "When was the last time you beat Man City?"]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/jones-hits-back-at-saints-i-cant-remember-the-last-time-you-beat-man-city/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2026 19:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/jones-hits-back-at-saints-i-cant-remember-the-last-time-you-beat-man-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Best photos as Saints draw 1-1 with Charlton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC kept Charlton at bay with a 1-1 draw at St Mary's Stadium - moving their Championship unbeaten run to six.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/best-photos-as-saints-draw-1-1-with-charlton/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2026 18:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/best-photos-as-saints-draw-1-1-with-charlton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints extend unbeaten run but are pegged back to draw with Charlton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC extended their Championship unbeaten run to six but were forced to settle for a point as they drew 1-1 with bottom-half Charlton Athletic.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-extend-unbeaten-run-but-are-pegged-back-to-draw-with-charlton/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2026 18:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-extend-unbeaten-run-but-are-pegged-back-to-draw-with-charlton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rail replacement buses overwhelmed ahead of Saints match - Live updates]]></title><description><![CDATA[Buses being used instead of trains from Eastleigh are suffering 'capacity issues' ahead of the Southampton vs Southampton v Charlton football match today]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/rail-replacement-buses-overwhelmed-ahead-of-saints-match-live-updates/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2026 14:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/rail-replacement-buses-overwhelmed-ahead-of-saints-match-live-updates/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Saints held to draw by Charlton - As it happened]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live match updates from St Mary's as Nathan Jones returns to the south coast to face Southampton with his Charlton Athletic.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-saints-held-to-draw-by-charlton-as-it-happened/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2026 14:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-saints-held-to-draw-by-charlton-as-it-happened/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints name strongest team to face Charlton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live match updates from St Mary's as Nathan Jones returns to the south coast to face Southampton with his Charlton Athletic.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-name-strongest-team-to-face-charlton/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2026 14:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-name-strongest-team-to-face-charlton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints held to frustrating draw against Charlton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live match updates from St Mary's as Nathan Jones returns to the south coast to face Southampton with his Charlton Athletic.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-held-to-frustrating-draw-against-charlton/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2026 14:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-held-to-frustrating-draw-against-charlton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints fail to take chances against Charlton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live match updates from St Mary's as Nathan Jones returns to the south coast to face Southampton with his Charlton Athletic.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-fail-to-take-chances-against-charlton/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2026 14:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-fail-to-take-chances-against-charlton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints face Jones' Charlton on St Mary's return]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live match updates from St Mary's as Nathan Jones returns to the south coast to face Southampton with his Charlton Athletic.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-face-jones-charlton-on-st-marys-return/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2026 14:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-face-jones-charlton-on-st-marys-return/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Charlton clear early Saints chance on line]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live match updates from St Mary's as Nathan Jones returns to the south coast to face Southampton with his Charlton Athletic.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-charlton-clear-early-saints-chance-on-line/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2026 14:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-charlton-clear-early-saints-chance-on-line/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live match updates as Charlton level against Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live match updates from St Mary's as Nathan Jones returns to the south coast to face Southampton with his Charlton Athletic.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-match-updates-as-charlton-level-against-saints/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2026 14:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-match-updates-as-charlton-level-against-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints predicted team to host Charlton as Eckert recalls his rested stars]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC are looking to extend their five-match unbeaten run in the Championship when they host relegation-threatened Charlton Athletic today.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-predicted-team-to-host-charlton-as-eckert-recalls-his-rested-stars/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-predicted-team-to-host-charlton-as-eckert-recalls-his-rested-stars/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Benali: 'The next week is a serious opportunity for Saints to pick up points']]></title><description><![CDATA[It is funny how quickly football can change your outlook. Southampton have made a fantastic turnaround in results in the Championship in recent weeks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/benali-the-next-week-is-a-serious-opportunity-for-saints-to-pick-up-points/</link><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/benali-the-next-week-is-a-serious-opportunity-for-saints-to-pick-up-points/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Getting better' - Eckert hails reliable Saints attacker after increased involvement]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert hailed Kuryu Matsuki's "reliability" following the Japanese attacker's increased involvement in the side.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/getting-better-eckert-hails-reliable-saints-attacker-after-increased-involvement/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 23:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/getting-better-eckert-hails-reliable-saints-attacker-after-increased-involvement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Everything positive' - Roerslev undergoes successful surgery on Achilles tendon]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mads Roerslev has undergone successful surgery on his Achilles tendon, Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert has confirmed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/everything-positive-roerslev-undergoes-successful-surgery-on-achilles-tendon/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 23:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/everything-positive-roerslev-undergoes-successful-surgery-on-achilles-tendon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I've been through things' Saints star Scienza lends support to SO14 Active Project]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leo Scienza has quickly become a fan favourite at St Mary&rsquo;s since his summer move, yet his recent trip to Saints Foundation&rsquo;s SO14 Active project reminded him how it all began.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/ive-been-through-things-saints-star-scienza-lends-support-to-so14-active-project/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 20:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/ive-been-through-things-saints-star-scienza-lends-support-to-so14-active-project/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New date and kick-off time set for Saints Championship clash against Norwich]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC will now face Norwich City in the Championship on Wednesday, March 18, with the fixture rescheduled due to the FA Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/new-date-and-kick-off-time-set-for-saints-championship-clash-against-norwich/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 18:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/new-date-and-kick-off-time-set-for-saints-championship-clash-against-norwich/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert expecting ‘different game’ against Charlton after thrashing earlier in season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton&rsquo;s Tonda Eckert expects a "completely different" challenge against Charlton on Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-expecting-different-game-against-charlton-after-thrashing-earlier-in-season/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 16:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-expecting-different-game-against-charlton-after-thrashing-earlier-in-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Not the best' - Saints defender ruled out for 'couple of weeks' with muscle injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert revealed full-back Welington has been ruled out for a "couple of weeks" with a muscle injury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/not-the-best-saints-defender-ruled-out-for-couple-of-weeks-with-muscle-injury/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 15:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/not-the-best-saints-defender-ruled-out-for-couple-of-weeks-with-muscle-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every word Eckert said on injury scan results, Charlton test and Saints squad harmony]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every word Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert said ahead of his in-form side's Championship clash against Nathan Jones's Charlton at St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-injury-scan-results-charlton-test-and-saints-squad-harmony/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 14:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-injury-scan-results-charlton-test-and-saints-squad-harmony/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I loved it' - Saints striker eyeing first Scotland call-up since 2022 for World Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton striker Ross Stewart admitted he "would be lying" if he said he was not hoping to make the Scotland squad for the World Cup this summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/i-loved-it-saints-striker-eyeing-first-scotland-call-up-since-2022-for-world-cup/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/i-loved-it-saints-striker-eyeing-first-scotland-call-up-since-2022-for-world-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Club heroes Wanyama and Brown added to squads for Saints vs Man United legends]]></title><description><![CDATA[Club heroes Victor Wanyama and Wes Brown have been added to their former squads for the Southampton and Manchester United legends match.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/club-heroes-wanyama-and-brown-added-to-squads-for-saints-vs-man-united-legends/</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 02:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/club-heroes-wanyama-and-brown-added-to-squads-for-saints-vs-man-united-legends/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jones envisages 'different' Saints clash after 'structural' learning from 5-1 defeat]]></title><description><![CDATA[Charlton Athletic boss Nathan Jones insists he can envisage a "different" game to the 5-1 home thrashing at the hands of Southampton in November.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/jones-envisages-different-saints-clash-after-structural-learning-from-5-1-defeat/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 18:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/jones-envisages-different-saints-clash-after-structural-learning-from-5-1-defeat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints trip to Fulham in FA Cup fifth round handed new date and kick-off time]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC will now visit Fulham for their FA Cup fifth round tie at midday on Sunday, March 8, after the match was selected for TV broadcast.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-trip-to-fulham-in-fa-cup-fifth-round-handed-new-date-and-kick-off-time/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 14:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-trip-to-fulham-in-fa-cup-fifth-round-handed-new-date-and-kick-off-time/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Independent Football Regulator announces board ahead of the rollout of new powers]]></title><description><![CDATA[THE Independent Football Regulator has completed its board ahead of the rollout of new powers designed to reshape English football.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/independent-football-regulator-announces-board-ahead-of-the-rollout-of-new-powers/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 14:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/independent-football-regulator-announces-board-ahead-of-the-rollout-of-new-powers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship turmoil as Leicester and Premier League both appeal six-point deduction]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leicester City and the Premier League have lodged appeals following the club&rsquo;s six-point deduction for breaching Profit and Sustainability Rules.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-turmoil-as-leicester-and-premier-league-both-appeal-six-point-deduction/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 12:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-turmoil-as-leicester-and-premier-league-both-appeal-six-point-deduction/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Edozie's brother labels Saints winger 'role model' after debut Premier League goal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sam Edozie's younger brother, Tom, labelled the Southampton winger a "role model" following his sensational debut Premier League goal against Arsenal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/edozies-brother-labels-saints-winger-role-model-after-debut-premier-league-goal/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 11:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/edozies-brother-labels-saints-winger-role-model-after-debut-premier-league-goal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Get sick of me' - Bragg has 'picked up loads' from veteran Saints midfielder Romeu]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cam Bragg revealed he has "picked up loads" from Oriol Romeu, and quipped that the Southampton FC hero will soon get sick of his questions.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/get-sick-of-me-bragg-has-picked-up-loads-from-veteran-saints-midfielder-romeu/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/get-sick-of-me-bragg-has-picked-up-loads-from-veteran-saints-midfielder-romeu/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Classic five-goal thriller saw Saints take victory over Charlton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton come into this weekend needing to take a giant stride forwards.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/classic-five-goal-thriller-saw-saints-take-victory-over-charlton/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/classic-five-goal-thriller-saw-saints-take-victory-over-charlton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bree admits it will feel strange to face former loan club this weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[DEFENDER James Bree admitted it will feel "weird" to play against Charlton Athletic this weekend, having spent the first half of the season with the Addicks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/bree-admits-it-will-feel-strange-to-face-former-loan-club-this-weekend/</link><pubDate>Thu, 19 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/bree-admits-it-will-feel-strange-to-face-former-loan-club-this-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship strugglers Leicester appoint former Oxford United boss]]></title><description><![CDATA[Championship strugglers Leicester City have appointed former defender Gary Rowett as their new manager until the end of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-strugglers-leicester-appoint-former-oxford-united-boss/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 20:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-strugglers-leicester-appoint-former-oxford-united-boss/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints fans in agreement over Edozie after winger's reintroduction to squad]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fans are in agreement that Sam Edozie should have factored into Southampton FC's plans sooner following his impressive reintroduction to the group.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-fans-in-agreement-over-edozie-after-wingers-reintroduction-to-squad/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-fans-in-agreement-over-edozie-after-wingers-reintroduction-to-squad/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints Women duo named in England squad ahead of March internationals]]></title><description><![CDATA[SAINTS Women duo Meg Collett and Jess Simpson have been called up to represent England and under-23s level next month.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-women-duo-named-in-england-squad-ahead-of-march-internationals/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 13:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-women-duo-named-in-england-squad-ahead-of-march-internationals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints handed bigger fine than Portsmouth by FA following 'mass confrontation']]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC have been fined &pound;50,000 by the FA following a "mass confrontation" during their 1-1 draw at Portsmouth on Sunday, January 25.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-handed-bigger-fine-than-portsmouth-by-fa-following-mass-confrontation/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 12:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-handed-bigger-fine-than-portsmouth-by-fa-following-mass-confrontation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Positive impact' - Stewart on his Saints future, staying fit and feeling recharged]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ross Stewart admitted he would like to stay at Southampton FC beyond his current deal, but insisted his focus remains on making an impact for the rest of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/positive-impact-stewart-on-his-saints-future-staying-fit-and-feeling-recharged/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/positive-impact-stewart-on-his-saints-future-staying-fit-and-feeling-recharged/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert on Downes: 'He's been excellent. We need him in full health']]></title><description><![CDATA[Head coach Tonda Eckert insisted it is vital that Southampton FC keep Flynn Downes fit and healthy as they head into an important period of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-on-downes-hes-been-excellent-we-need-him-in-full-health/</link><pubDate>Wed, 18 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-on-downes-hes-been-excellent-we-need-him-in-full-health/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Parker backs Saints to stay in promotion hunt if they beat Birmingham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC Women boss Simon Parker believes his side will be right in the hunt for a promotion spot if they can beat Birmingham City following a fixture break.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/parker-backs-saints-to-stay-in-promotion-hunt-if-they-beat-birmingham/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 13:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/parker-backs-saints-to-stay-in-promotion-hunt-if-they-beat-birmingham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Very good moment' - Eckert believes Stephens is heading in right direction]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tonda Eckert is "very pleased" with Jack Stephens recent contributions, and praised the skipper for making his Southampton FC teammates better.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/very-good-moment-eckert-believes-stephens-is-heading-in-right-direction/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/very-good-moment-eckert-believes-stephens-is-heading-in-right-direction/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Special Sunday lunch event to mark 50 years since Saints historic FA Cup win]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Concorde Club event on May 3 will celebrate the fiftieth anniversary of Saints 1976 Wembley FA Cup Final win over Manchester United]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/special-sunday-lunch-event-to-mark-50-years-since-saints-historic-fa-cup-win/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/special-sunday-lunch-event-to-mark-50-years-since-saints-historic-fa-cup-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints have no-brainer decision to make with Bree's expiring contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[Both James Bree's form and desire to extend his stay at St Mary's leaves Saints with a no-brainer decision to make.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-have-no-brainer-decision-to-make-with-brees-expiring-contract/</link><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-have-no-brainer-decision-to-make-with-brees-expiring-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints handed away draw against Premier League side in fifth round of FA Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC have been handed an away draw against Fulham in the fifth round of the 2025/26 FA Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-handed-away-draw-against-premier-league-side-in-fifth-round-of-fa-cup/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 19:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-handed-away-draw-against-premier-league-side-in-fifth-round-of-fa-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rangers under-19s boss set to join academy setup at Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rangers under-19 boss Liam Ross has departed the Scottish giants to take up a role in the Southampton FC academy, according to recent reports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/rangers-under-19s-boss-set-to-join-academy-setup-at-saints/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 15:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/rangers-under-19s-boss-set-to-join-academy-setup-at-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Rangers under-19s boss set to join Saints academy setup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rangers Under-19 boss Liam Ross has departed the Scottish giants to take up a role in the Saints academy, the Daily Echo understands.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/rangers-under-19s-boss-set-to-join-saints-academy-setup/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 15:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/rangers-under-19s-boss-set-to-join-saints-academy-setup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Draft article: George Rees-Julian 2026-02-16 14:01]]></title><description><![CDATA[SAINTS head coach Tonda Eckert is "very pleased" with Jack Stephens recent contributions, and praised the skipper for making his teammates better.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/draft-article-george-rees-julian-2026-02-16-1401/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 15:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/draft-article-george-rees-julian-2026-02-16-1401/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Win over Bristol City is what Saints Women needed with play-off spot sill in reach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tegan McGowan admitted a 2-0 win over Bristol City is what Southampton FC needed as they continue to vie for a Women's Super League 2 play-off place.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/win-over-bristol-city-is-what-saints-women-needed-with-play-off-spot-sill-in-reach/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 13:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/win-over-bristol-city-is-what-saints-women-needed-with-play-off-spot-sill-in-reach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pictures as unsung Saints hero from the past celebrates her 100th birthday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Here are the pictures from the 100th birthday party of Peggy Worlock, an unsung hero from Saints history.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/pictures-as-unsung-saints-hero-from-the-past-celebrates-her-100th-birthday/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/pictures-as-unsung-saints-hero-from-the-past-celebrates-her-100th-birthday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Make the team better' - Eckert explains decision to sign veteran keeper]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tonda Eckert has challenged third-choice goalkeeper Jamie Jones to improve his teammates as Southampton FC push for the play-offs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/make-the-team-better-eckert-explains-decision-to-sign-veteran-keeper/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/make-the-team-better-eckert-explains-decision-to-sign-veteran-keeper/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I love the club' - Saints fans will like what Bree says about signing new contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[James Bree admitted he would "definitely love" to extend his contract at Southampton FC as he enters the final months of his current deal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/i-love-the-club-saints-fans-will-like-what-bree-says-about-signing-new-contract/</link><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/i-love-the-club-saints-fans-will-like-what-bree-says-about-signing-new-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Academy lads deliver for Saints against Leicester - We shouldn't be surprised!]]></title><description><![CDATA[By now, nobody is surprised when academy lads make their mark at Southampton, and that is exactly what they did against Leicester.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/academy-lads-deliver-for-saints-against-leicester-we-shouldnt-be-surprised/</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2026 13:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/academy-lads-deliver-for-saints-against-leicester-we-shouldnt-be-surprised/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Keep working hard' - Sillah Dibaga issues thankful message following Saints debut]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sufianu Sillah Dibaga admitted he is "excited to keep working hard" after making his senior Southampton debut in an FA Cup win over Leicester.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/keep-working-hard-sillah-dibaga-issues-thankful-message-following-saints-debut/</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2026 12:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/keep-working-hard-sillah-dibaga-issues-thankful-message-following-saints-debut/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Pushed us' - Bragg hails role Saints fans played in FA Cup win over Leicester]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cam Bragg felt a youthful Southampton side would not have gotten over the line in their 2-1 FA Cup win against Leicester without the support from fans.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/pushed-us-bragg-hails-role-saints-fans-played-in-fa-cup-win-over-leicester/</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/pushed-us-bragg-hails-role-saints-fans-played-in-fa-cup-win-over-leicester/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Player ratings as youthful Saints show class in FA Cup win over Leicester]]></title><description><![CDATA[A youthful Southampton FC side showed their quality to beat Leicester 2-1 in extra-time and book their place in the FA Cup fifth round.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/player-ratings-as-youthful-saints-show-class-in-fa-cup-win-over-leicester/</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/player-ratings-as-youthful-saints-show-class-in-fa-cup-win-over-leicester/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every word Eckert said after Leicester: FA Cup draw, Bragg patience and Archer jeers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every word Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert said after his side's 2-1 victory over Leicester City after extra-time, in the FA Cup fourth round.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-after-leicester-fa-cup-draw-bragg-patience-and-archer-jeers/</link><pubDate>Sun, 15 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-after-leicester-fa-cup-draw-bragg-patience-and-archer-jeers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Very pleased' - Eckert labels FA Cup win over Leicester as 'big day for the club']]></title><description><![CDATA[James Bree scored an extra-time winner to fire Eckert's side to a 2-1 FA Cup fourth round victory at home to Championship rivals Leicester.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/very-pleased-eckert-labels-fa-cup-win-over-leicester-as-big-day-for-the-club/</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 20:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/very-pleased-eckert-labels-fa-cup-win-over-leicester-as-big-day-for-the-club/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['The club knows' - Eckert insists he has told Saints his opinion on Bree contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tonda Eckert has made his opinion known about James Bree's contract as the full-back nears the end of his Southampton FC deal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/the-club-knows-eckert-insists-he-has-told-saints-his-opinion-on-bree-contract/</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 19:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/the-club-knows-eckert-insists-he-has-told-saints-his-opinion-on-bree-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FA Cup fifth round draw details and ball numbers as Saints set to learn opponent]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton are set to learn their FA Cup fifth round opponents on Monday evening, after beating Championship rivals Leicester City on Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fa-cup-fifth-round-draw-details-and-ball-numbers-as-saints-set-to-learn-opponent/</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 19:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fa-cup-fifth-round-draw-details-and-ball-numbers-as-saints-set-to-learn-opponent/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bree hits another cup winner as rotated Saints knock Leicester out at fourth round]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton substitute James Bree netted an extra-time winner to secure progression to the FA Cup fifth round with a 2-1 win over Leicester City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/bree-hits-another-cup-winner-as-rotated-saints-knock-leicester-out-at-fourth-round/</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 18:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/bree-hits-another-cup-winner-as-rotated-saints-knock-leicester-out-at-fourth-round/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FA Cup - Saints beat Leicester in fourth round - As it happened]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live FA Cup fourth round updates as Southampton FC take on Leicester City days after their classic 4-3 win over the Foxes in the Championship.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fa-cup-saints-beat-leicester-in-fourth-round-as-it-happened/</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 13:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fa-cup-saints-beat-leicester-in-fourth-round-as-it-happened/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FA Cup - Live updates as Saints take lead over Leicester in extra-time]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live FA Cup fourth round updates as Southampton FC take on Leicester City days after their classic 4-3 win over the Foxes in the Championship.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fa-cup-live-updates-as-saints-take-lead-over-leicester-in-extra-time/</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 13:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fa-cup-live-updates-as-saints-take-lead-over-leicester-in-extra-time/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FA Cup - Live updates as Saints progress with extra-time win over Leicester]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live FA Cup fourth round updates as Southampton FC take on Leicester City days after their classic 4-3 win over the Foxes in the Championship.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fa-cup-live-updates-as-saints-progress-with-extra-time-win-over-leicester/</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 13:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fa-cup-live-updates-as-saints-progress-with-extra-time-win-over-leicester/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FA Cup - Live updates as Saints make 10 changes to face Leicester]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live FA Cup fourth round updates as Southampton FC take on Leicester City days after their classic 4-3 win over the Foxes in the Championship.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fa-cup-live-updates-as-saints-make-10-changes-to-face-leicester/</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 13:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fa-cup-live-updates-as-saints-make-10-changes-to-face-leicester/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FA Cup - Live updates as Saints head into extra-time against Leicester]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live FA Cup fourth round updates as Southampton FC take on Leicester City days after their classic 4-3 win over the Foxes in the Championship.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fa-cup-live-updates-as-saints-head-into-extra-time-against-leicester/</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 13:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fa-cup-live-updates-as-saints-head-into-extra-time-against-leicester/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FA Cup - Live updates as Saints concede overhead kick equaliser to Leicester]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live FA Cup fourth round updates as Southampton FC take on Leicester City days after their classic 4-3 win over the Foxes in the Championship.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fa-cup-live-updates-as-saints-concede-overhead-kick-equaliser-to-leicester/</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 13:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fa-cup-live-updates-as-saints-concede-overhead-kick-equaliser-to-leicester/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FA Cup - Live match updates as Saints face Leicester days after classic win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live FA Cup fourth round updates as Southampton FC take on Leicester City days after their classic 4-3 win over the Foxes in the Championship.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fa-cup-live-match-updates-as-saints-face-leicester-days-after-classic-win/</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 13:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fa-cup-live-match-updates-as-saints-face-leicester-days-after-classic-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints predicted team as Eckert could make loads of changes to face Leicester]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tonda Eckert divulged Southampton will make changes to the side that beat Leicester 4-3 on Tuesday when they face the Foxes in the FA Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-predicted-team-as-eckert-could-make-loads-of-changes-to-face-leicester/</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-predicted-team-as-eckert-could-make-loads-of-changes-to-face-leicester/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert hoping for more 'great support' with Saints 'heading in right direction']]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert hopes to see more "great" support when his side host Leicester in the fourth round of the FA Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-hoping-for-more-great-support-with-saints-heading-in-right-direction/</link><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-hoping-for-more-great-support-with-saints-heading-in-right-direction/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Good chunk of minutes' - Romeu to return for Saints against Leicester]]></title><description><![CDATA[Oriol Romeu will return to the Southampton FC squad to face Leicester in the FA Cup on Saturday after "months of hard work".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/good-chunk-of-minutes-romeu-to-return-for-saints-against-leicester/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 23:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/good-chunk-of-minutes-romeu-to-return-for-saints-against-leicester/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every word Eckert said on defender availability, new contracts and Leicester]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every word Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert said before his side's FA Cup fourth round clash with Leicester City, days after beating the Foxes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-defender-availability-new-contracts-and-leicester/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 15:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-defender-availability-new-contracts-and-leicester/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Tough news' - Saints full-back set for Achilles surgery likely to end his season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton boss Tonda Eckert revealed Mads Roerslev is set for surgery on his Achilles, which will likely rule him out for the rest of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/tough-news-saints-full-back-set-for-achilles-surgery-likely-to-end-his-season/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 15:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/tough-news-saints-full-back-set-for-achilles-surgery-likely-to-end-his-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Relegation-threatened Championship club appoint international manager on short deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Championship strugglers Blackburn Rovers have appointed Northern Ireland boss Michael O&rsquo;Neill as their new head coach on a short-term arrangement.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/relegation-threatened-championship-club-appoint-international-manager-on-short-deal/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 13:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/relegation-threatened-championship-club-appoint-international-manager-on-short-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints trip to Coventry handed new kick-off time after TV selection]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC's trip to Coventry City on March 14 has been handed an earlier kick-off time of 12.30pm, after being picked by Sky Sports for coverage.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-trip-to-coventry-handed-new-kick-off-time-after-tv-selection/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 13:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-trip-to-coventry-handed-new-kick-off-time-after-tv-selection/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hull City assistant fined for misconduct after sending off against Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hull City assistant manager Marko Salatovic has been fined &pound;1,500 by the FA following his late dismissal during their 2-1 win at Southampton FC last month.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/hull-city-assistant-fined-for-misconduct-after-sending-off-against-saints/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 12:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/hull-city-assistant-fined-for-misconduct-after-sending-off-against-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Premier League striker doubts 'angry' Leicester can get revenge on Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Premier League striker Chris Sutton is doubtful that Leicester will enact revenge on Southampton FC when the two sides meet in the FA Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/former-premier-league-striker-doubts-angry-leicester-can-get-revenge-on-saints/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 11:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/former-premier-league-striker-doubts-angry-leicester-can-get-revenge-on-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Not good enough' - Stephens urges Saints not to forget 'wake-up call' at Leicester]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jack Stephens has urged Southampton FC not to forget how poor they were in the first half of their dramatic 4-3 win at Leicester on Tuesday evening.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/not-good-enough-stephens-urges-saints-not-to-forget-wake-up-call-at-leicester/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/not-good-enough-stephens-urges-saints-not-to-forget-wake-up-call-at-leicester/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['It was weird' - Charles details his 'main goal' after first injury of his career]]></title><description><![CDATA[Shea Charles insisted that working his way back into Southampton's starting lineup is his biggest goal after recovering from the first injury of his career.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/it-was-weird-charles-details-his-main-goal-after-first-injury-of-his-career/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/it-was-weird-charles-details-his-main-goal-after-first-injury-of-his-career/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dear Tonda, I have a message for you - Letter]]></title><description><![CDATA[An Echo reader has a message for Southampton FC manager Tonda Eckert in this Letter to the Editor]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/dear-tonda-i-have-a-message-for-you-letter/</link><pubDate>Fri, 13 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/dear-tonda-i-have-a-message-for-you-letter/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['We need wins' - Leicester interim King to go strong for FA Cup clash at Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leicester City interim boss Andy King insists he will "go strong" as they look to get revenge on Southampton FC for their sensational midweek comeback.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/we-need-wins-leicester-interim-king-to-go-strong-for-fa-cup-clash-at-saints/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 18:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/we-need-wins-leicester-interim-king-to-go-strong-for-fa-cup-clash-at-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Only one Saints player named in EFL Team of the Week after dramatic win at Leicester]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leo Scienza is the only Southampton FC player named in the EFL's team of the week following their dramatic 4-3 win at Leicester City on Tuesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/only-one-saints-player-named-in-efl-team-of-the-week-after-dramatic-win-at-leicester/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 18:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/only-one-saints-player-named-in-efl-team-of-the-week-after-dramatic-win-at-leicester/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Colchester boss names factor that will help Saints midfielder in League Two]]></title><description><![CDATA[Colchester United boss Danny Cowley believes Romeo Akachukwu&rsquo;s experience in Irish football will hold him in good stead during his time in League Two.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/colchester-boss-names-factor-that-will-help-saints-midfielder-in-league-two/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 16:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/colchester-boss-names-factor-that-will-help-saints-midfielder-in-league-two/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who is Jamie Jones? Everything you need to know about new Saints goalkeeper]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC surprised many on Wednesday afternoon by adding experienced goalkeeper Jamie Jones to their ranks to cover for the injured Alex McCarthy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/who-is-jamie-jones-everything-you-need-to-know-about-new-saints-goalkeeper/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 12:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/who-is-jamie-jones-everything-you-need-to-know-about-new-saints-goalkeeper/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints announce new multi-year partnership with major soft drinks brand]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC have landed a multi-year partnership with soft drinks manufacturer Carlsberg Britvic to supply Pepsi Max at St Mary&rsquo;s.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-announce-new-multi-year-partnership-with-major-soft-drinks-brand/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-announce-new-multi-year-partnership-with-major-soft-drinks-brand/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Belief, fight and desire' - Scienza urges 'balance' in new message to supporters]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton star Leo Scienza urged supporters to stay calm and balanced as he issued a new message following the historic 4-3 win at Leicester City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/belief-fight-and-desire-scienza-urges-balance-in-new-message-to-supporters/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/belief-fight-and-desire-scienza-urges-balance-in-new-message-to-supporters/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints hero named manager in Northern Premier League following Eastleigh sacking]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hednesford Town have confirmed the appointment of Southampton FC hero Kelvin Davis as their new manager. Danny Butterfield joins as his assistant.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-hero-named-manager-in-northern-premier-league-following-eastleigh-sacking/</link><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 03:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-hero-named-manager-in-northern-premier-league-following-eastleigh-sacking/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints sign experienced EFL goalkeeper to act as cover during McCarthy absence]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC have confirmed the signing of goalkeeper Jamie Jones on a contract until the end of the season, to act as emergency injury cover.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-sign-experienced-efl-goalkeeper-to-act-as-cover-during-mccarthy-absence/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 17:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-sign-experienced-efl-goalkeeper-to-act-as-cover-during-mccarthy-absence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints midfielder reportedly attracting interest from Premier League and Bundesliga]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC midfielder Caspar Jander is reportedly attracting interest ahead of the summer transfer window, including clubs in the Premier League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-midfielder-reportedly-attracting-interest-from-premier-league-and-bundesliga/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 14:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-midfielder-reportedly-attracting-interest-from-premier-league-and-bundesliga/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints goalkeeper set for short spell on sidelines after wrist surgery]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC goalkeeper Alex McCarthy is set for a short spell on the sidelines as he prepares to undergo surgery on a minor wrist injury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-goalkeeper-set-for-short-spell-on-sidelines-after-wrist-surgery/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 14:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-goalkeeper-set-for-short-spell-on-sidelines-after-wrist-surgery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints squad create club history to prove they have promotion spirit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Should Southampton achieve their ambition this season, Tuesday's famous win at Leicester City will be remembered as the moment it became possible.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-squad-create-club-history-to-prove-they-have-promotion-spirit/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 13:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-squad-create-club-history-to-prove-they-have-promotion-spirit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Punter misses out on £12k after cashing out incredible Saints and Eastleigh bet early]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Southampton FC fan has missed out on nearly &pound;11,000 after cashing out a remarkable comeback double before Shea Charles&rsquo; late winner at Leicester.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/punter-misses-out-on-12k-after-cashing-out-incredible-saints-and-eastleigh-bet-early/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 12:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/punter-misses-out-on-12k-after-cashing-out-incredible-saints-and-eastleigh-bet-early/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Player ratings as Saints record memorable comeback win over Leicester]]></title><description><![CDATA[Substitutes and a gritty mindset made the world of difference for Saints as they came back from three goals down to beat Leicester 4-3.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/player-ratings-as-saints-record-memorable-comeback-win-over-leicester/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/player-ratings-as-saints-record-memorable-comeback-win-over-leicester/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['He's been exceptional' - Eckert launches defence of Archer after Leicester nightmare]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert launched a defence of Cameron Archer, insisting the striker will play more minutes despite being hooked.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/hes-been-exceptional-eckert-launches-defence-of-archer-after-leicester-nightmare/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/hes-been-exceptional-eckert-launches-defence-of-archer-after-leicester-nightmare/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every word Eckert said on famous comeback, Archer decision and half-time team talk]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every word Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert said after remarkable 4-3 victory against Leicester City, coming back from three goals down to win.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-famous-comeback-archer-decision-and-half-time-team-talk/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-famous-comeback-archer-decision-and-half-time-team-talk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Changed the dynamic' - Charles hails difference makers in dramatic win at Leicester]]></title><description><![CDATA[Match-winner Shea Charles hailed Southampton&rsquo;s quality from the bench after they came back from 3-0 down at half-time to beat Leicester City 4-3.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/changed-the-dynamic-charles-hails-difference-makers-in-dramatic-win-at-leicester/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/changed-the-dynamic-charles-hails-difference-makers-in-dramatic-win-at-leicester/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Special night' - Eckert lost for words as he details famous fightback at Leicester]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert was lost for words when he reacted to a "special night" as they beat Leicester City 4-3 with four late goals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/special-night-eckert-lost-for-words-as-he-details-famous-fightback-at-leicester/</link><pubDate>Wed, 11 Feb 2026 00:08:00 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half-time to secure a 4-3 win at Leicester City and keep their Championship unbeaten run alive.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-come-from-three-goals-down-at-half-time-to-secure-sensational-win-at-leicester/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 22:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-come-from-three-goals-down-at-half-time-to-secure-sensational-win-at-leicester/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Saints make memorable comeback at Leicester - As it happened]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates as Southampton FC visit Leicester during their hunt for the play-off places.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-saints-make-memorable-comeback-at-leicester-as-it-happened/</link><pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 18:24:00 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Watford]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates from St Mary's as Southampton FC take on managerless Watford.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-lack-final-third-quality-against-watford/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-lack-final-third-quality-against-watford/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints forced into early change against Watford]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates from St Mary's as Southampton FC take on managerless Watford.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-forced-into-early-change-against-watford/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 11:00:00 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Watford.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-edozie-makes-saints-return-against-watford/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-edozie-makes-saints-return-against-watford/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sky Sports pundit insists managers will be 'queueing around the block' for Saints job]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Premier League boss and Sky Sports pundit Tim Sherwood believes Southampton will have lots of top managers wanting the job this summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/sky-sports-pundit-insists-managers-will-be-queueing-around-the-block-for-saints-job/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/sky-sports-pundit-insists-managers-will-be-queueing-around-the-block-for-saints-job/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints predicted team to face Watford as Eckert introduces two players to squad]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert can keep it simple with his team selection to face Watford, after a professional 2-0 win at Stoke City last week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-predicted-team-to-face-watford-as-eckert-introduces-two-players-to-squad/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-predicted-team-to-face-watford-as-eckert-introduces-two-players-to-squad/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Itchen Bridge lights to finally turn from blue to red and white after campaign]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton&rsquo;s skyline is set for a dramatic transformation after the city council confirmed the Itchen Bridge will soon be changed to red and white during Saints matchdays.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/itchen-bridge-lights-to-finally-turn-from-blue-to-red-and-white-after-campaign/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/itchen-bridge-lights-to-finally-turn-from-blue-to-red-and-white-after-campaign/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Benali: 'I cannot see who will score 20 goals a season for Saints right now']]></title><description><![CDATA[Franny Benali: "Adam Armstrong was the big talking point this winter, and he will clearly be remembered, first and foremost, for his goal at Wembley."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/benali-i-cannot-see-who-will-score-20-goals-a-season-for-saints-right-now/</link><pubDate>Sat, 07 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/benali-i-cannot-see-who-will-score-20-goals-a-season-for-saints-right-now/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints set to include exiled winger in match squad for first time this season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Exiled Southampton FC winger Sam Edozie will be included in a match-day squad for the first time this season, following the end of the transfer window.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-set-to-include-exiled-winger-in-match-squad-for-first-time-this-season/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 23:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-set-to-include-exiled-winger-in-match-squad-for-first-time-this-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints forward set to miss Watford with minor 'issues' as Roerslev sees specialist]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert confirmed that forward Jay Robinson will miss Saturday's clash with Watford with quad muscle "issues".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-forward-set-to-miss-watford-with-minor-issues-as-roerslev-sees-specialist/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 17:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-forward-set-to-miss-watford-with-minor-issues-as-roerslev-sees-specialist/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['In the end, I'm happy' - Eckert hints real reason for selling top scorer Armstrong]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert suggested that Adam Armstrong asked to leave the club, ahead of his deadline day &pound;7m transfer to Wolves.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/in-the-end-im-happy-eckert-hints-real-reason-for-selling-top-scorer-armstrong/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 16:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/in-the-end-im-happy-eckert-hints-real-reason-for-selling-top-scorer-armstrong/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every word Eckert said on Armstrong sale, injury news and managerless Watford]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every word Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert said ahead of his Saints side's Championship clash with potential play-off rivals Watford.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-armstrong-sale-injury-news-and-managerless-watford/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 16:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-armstrong-sale-injury-news-and-managerless-watford/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Agent claims Tottenham Hotspur forward turned down winter move to Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tottenham Hotspur forward Manor Solomon turned down the chance to sign for Southampton during the winter transfer window, according to his agent.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/agent-claims-tottenham-hotspur-forward-turned-down-winter-move-to-saints/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 12:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/agent-claims-tottenham-hotspur-forward-turned-down-winter-move-to-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[TV details: How to watch Saints vs Watford in Championship early kick-off]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC are on TV again this weekend when they face managerless Watford on Saturday in a 12:31 kick-off at St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/tv-details-how-to-watch-saints-vs-watford-in-championship-early-kick-off/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/tv-details-how-to-watch-saints-vs-watford-in-championship-early-kick-off/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['To be honest, I like it' - Peretz enjoying quirk of English game since January move]]></title><description><![CDATA[Goalkeeper Daniel Peretz had never played a lunchtime kick-off before joining Southampton FC, and now he is preparing for a third in a row.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/to-be-honest-i-like-it-peretz-enjoying-quirk-of-english-game-since-january-move/</link><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/to-be-honest-i-like-it-peretz-enjoying-quirk-of-english-game-since-january-move/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship Leicester handed points deduction for breach of financial rules]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leicester City have been docked six points after being found to have breached EFL profit and sustainability (P&amp;S) rules for the 2023-24 season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-leicester-handed-points-deduction-for-breach-of-financial-rules/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 17:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-leicester-handed-points-deduction-for-breach-of-financial-rules/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Ambition' - Former Saints striker labels selling Armstrong as 'strange decision']]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Southampton FC striker Kevin Phillips labelled selling the club's top scorer, Adam Armstrong, during the winter as a "strange, strange decision".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/ambition-former-saints-striker-labels-selling-armstrong-as-strange-decision/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 16:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/ambition-former-saints-striker-labels-selling-armstrong-as-strange-decision/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints confirm new striker signing Larin handed iconic squad number]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC have confirmed that winter striker signing Cyle Larin has been handed the iconic number nine shirt upon his arrival at St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-confirm-new-striker-signing-larin-handed-iconic-squad-number/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 13:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-confirm-new-striker-signing-larin-handed-iconic-squad-number/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints goalkeeper departs by mutual consent to join fellow Championship outfit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton academy goalkeeper Khiani Shombe has left the club by mutual consent, signing a professional deal with Championship Hull City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-goalkeeper-departs-by-mutual-consent-to-join-fellow-championship-outfit/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 12:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-goalkeeper-departs-by-mutual-consent-to-join-fellow-championship-outfit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['We need him' - Peretz pleased Saints batted away transfer interest in teammate]]></title><description><![CDATA[Daniel Peretz is pleased Southampton FC held on to key defender Taylor Harwood-Bellis amid transfer interest from Premier League side West Ham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/we-need-him-peretz-pleased-saints-batted-away-transfer-interest-in-teammate/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/we-need-him-peretz-pleased-saints-batted-away-transfer-interest-in-teammate/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints Women set for annual Saints Foundation game this weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC Women will put the spotlight on their community work this weekend when they host Newcastle United at St Mary&rsquo;s in their annual Saints Foundation charity matchday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-women-set-for-annual-saints-foundation-game-this-weekend/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-women-set-for-annual-saints-foundation-game-this-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reminders from Watford thriller that could inspire Saints' Championship campaign]]></title><description><![CDATA[As Saints fans get ready to watch them battle against Watford at St Mary's this Saturday, it's hard not to think back almost nine years to one of the most exciting afternoons in our recent history.&nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/reminders-from-watford-thriller-that-could-inspire-saints-championship-campaign/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/reminders-from-watford-thriller-that-could-inspire-saints-championship-campaign/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Parker pleased after Saints Women secure big win at start of 'really tough run']]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC Women boss Simon Parker admitted a 3-1 win over Crystal Palace is a massive boost as his side head into a key stage of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/parker-pleased-after-saints-women-secure-big-win-at-start-of-really-tough-run/</link><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/parker-pleased-after-saints-women-secure-big-win-at-start-of-really-tough-run/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Analysing Southampton's next five fixtures with every game a must-win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton have entered must-win territory every time they cross the white line. With a gap between them and the play-offs, time is of the essence.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/analysing-southamptons-next-five-fixtures-with-every-game-a-must-win/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 18:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/analysing-southamptons-next-five-fixtures-with-every-game-a-must-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I can't wait' - Saints sign young striker from Stoke on first professional contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton have announced the signing of striker Lewis Bailey, who joins the club's academy from Stoke City, after signing his first professional contract.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/i-cant-wait-saints-sign-young-striker-from-stoke-on-first-professional-contract/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 16:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/i-cant-wait-saints-sign-young-striker-from-stoke-on-first-professional-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Four brand-new defibrillators installed around perimeter of St Mary's]]></title><description><![CDATA[Four brand-new defibrillators have been installed around the external footprint of St Mary&rsquo;s Stadium as part of National Heart Month in February.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/four-brand-new-defibrillators-installed-around-perimeter-of-st-marys/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 11:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/four-brand-new-defibrillators-installed-around-perimeter-of-st-marys/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints midfielder joins Serie B side on loan with option to buy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton midfielder Daouda Traor&egrave; has joined Serie B side SSC Bari on loan with an option to buy following his recall from Real Betis B.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-midfielder-joins-serie-b-side-on-loan-with-option-to-buy/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 11:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-midfielder-joins-serie-b-side-on-loan-with-option-to-buy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints under-21s suffer heavy defeat to visiting RB Leipzig side]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC Under-21s ended their 2025/26 Premier League International Cup campaign with a 3-0 defeat to RB Leipzig on Tuesday evening.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-under-21s-suffer-heavy-defeat-to-visiting-rb-leipzig-side/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 10:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-under-21s-suffer-heavy-defeat-to-visiting-rb-leipzig-side/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Cherries ace expects to continue as Watford interim boss for Saints trip]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former AFC Bournemouth ace Charlie Daniels expects to continue as Watford&rsquo;s interim boss for Saturday&rsquo;s Championship trip to Southampton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/former-cherries-ace-expects-to-continue-as-watford-interim-boss-for-saints-trip/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/former-cherries-ace-expects-to-continue-as-watford-interim-boss-for-saints-trip/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Assessing Saints squad depth after conclusion of winter transfer window]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC have streamlined their squad in the winter window, reducing the number of players to a much more manageable 26.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/assessing-saints-squad-depth-after-conclusion-of-winter-transfer-window/</link><pubDate>Wed, 04 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/assessing-saints-squad-depth-after-conclusion-of-winter-transfer-window/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every player linked to Saints during winter window and the transfer they made]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC technical director Johannes Spors warned that January would be a quiet month of transfers when it comes to players joining the club.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-player-linked-to-saints-during-winter-window-and-the-transfer-they-made/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 17:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-player-linked-to-saints-during-winter-window-and-the-transfer-they-made/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘The biggest honour’ - Armstrong sends classy statement after Saints exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Adam Armstrong admitted he lived the biggest honour of captaining Southampton on occasion in a statement posted following his exit.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/the-biggest-honour-armstrong-sends-classy-statement-after-saints-exit/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 16:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/the-biggest-honour-armstrong-sends-classy-statement-after-saints-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Icons Le Tissier and Robson announced as managers for Saints vs Man United legends]]></title><description><![CDATA[MATT Le Tissier and Bryan Robson have been announced as the managers for the Saints Legends v Manchester United Legends match to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Saints&rsquo; historic 1976 FA Cup victory.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/icons-le-tissier-and-robson-announced-as-managers-for-saints-vs-man-united-legends/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 15:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/icons-le-tissier-and-robson-announced-as-managers-for-saints-vs-man-united-legends/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sensible winter transfer window offers sobering reflection of Saints situation]]></title><description><![CDATA[There are two lenses through which we have to look at the winter transfer window Southampton FC have just staggered through to understand it.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/sensible-winter-transfer-window-offers-sobering-reflection-of-saints-situation/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 13:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/sensible-winter-transfer-window-offers-sobering-reflection-of-saints-situation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aribo looking to 'prove a point' at Leicester after 'difficult season' at Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Joe Aribo is aiming to prove a point at Leicester after joining the Foxes on loan following a "difficult" first half of the season at Southampton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/aribo-looking-to-prove-a-point-at-leicester-after-difficult-season-at-saints/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 13:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/aribo-looking-to-prove-a-point-at-leicester-after-difficult-season-at-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Time for a change' - Armstrong explains his decision to swap Saints for Wolves]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Southampton forward Adam Armstrong insisted "it was time for a change", as he explained his decision to swap St Mary's for Wolves.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/time-for-a-change-armstrong-explains-his-decision-to-swap-saints-for-wolves/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/time-for-a-change-armstrong-explains-his-decision-to-swap-saints-for-wolves/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['It's nothing' - Larin sets clear promotion ambition in first Saints interview]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cyle Larin is excited to scratch the itch of playing in England, and believes Southampton are capable of overcoming a seven-point gap to the play-offs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/its-nothing-larin-sets-clear-promotion-ambition-in-first-saints-interview/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/its-nothing-larin-sets-clear-promotion-ambition-in-first-saints-interview/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[A risk worth taking? What Saints fans can expect from new striker Larin]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton have gambled with their striker options on deadline day, selling Adam Armstrong and replacing him with Cyle Larin.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/a-risk-worth-taking-what-saints-fans-can-expect-from-new-striker-larin/</link><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/a-risk-worth-taking-what-saints-fans-can-expect-from-new-striker-larin/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I've had a warm welcome' - Saints seal loan signing of Canada international striker]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC have confirmed the signing of striker Cyle Larin on loan from Spanish side RCD Mallorca, with an option to make the move permanent.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/ive-had-a-warm-welcome-saints-seal-loan-signing-of-canada-international-striker/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 22:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/ive-had-a-warm-welcome-saints-seal-loan-signing-of-canada-international-striker/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints confirm Armstrong's permanent move to Premier League side]]></title><description><![CDATA[Adam Armstrong has completed a permanent move from Southampton to Wolves, worth up to &pound;9million, on transfer deadline day.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-confirm-armstrongs-permanent-move-to-premier-league-side/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 22:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-confirm-armstrongs-permanent-move-to-premier-league-side/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints striker completes loan switch to League Two promotion chasers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton striker Princewill Ehibhatiomhan has joined League Two promotion hopefuls Salford City on loan until the end of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-striker-completes-loan-switch-to-league-two-promotion-chasers/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 22:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-striker-completes-loan-switch-to-league-two-promotion-chasers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints youngster heads out on loan to League Two club on deadline day]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton under-21s midfielder Romeo Akachukwu has joined League Two side Colchester United on loan until the end of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-youngster-heads-out-on-loan-to-league-two-club-on-deadline-day/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 20:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-youngster-heads-out-on-loan-to-league-two-club-on-deadline-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship rivals complete deadline day loan signing of Saints midfielder]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC have confirmed that midfielder Joe Aribo, 29, has joined Championship rivals Leicester City on a deal for the remainder of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-rivals-complete-deadline-day-loan-signing-of-saints-midfielder/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 17:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-rivals-complete-deadline-day-loan-signing-of-saints-midfielder/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship manager makes shock deadline day exit by 'mutual consent']]></title><description><![CDATA[Blackburn Rovers have announced that Valerien Ismael has left his position as head coach by mutual consent on transfer deadline day.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-manager-makes-shock-deadline-day-exit-by-mutual-consent/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 17:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-manager-makes-shock-deadline-day-exit-by-mutual-consent/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints sell defender Bella-Kotchap to Serie A side on deadline day]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton have reportedly agreed to sell Armel Bella-Kotchap to Hellas Verona, making the German's loan move permanent.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-sell-defender-bella-kotchap-to-serie-a-side-on-deadline-day/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 14:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-sell-defender-bella-kotchap-to-serie-a-side-on-deadline-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints 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13:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/larios-in-talks-over-loan-to-buy-reunion-with-selles-in-spanish-second-tier/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Larios completes loan to buy reunion with Selles in Spanish second tier]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton's Juan Larios has completed a loan move to join Ruben Selles' Real Zaragoza until the end of the season, with an option to buy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/larios-completes-loan-to-buy-reunion-with-selles-in-spanish-second-tier/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 13:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/larios-completes-loan-to-buy-reunion-with-selles-in-spanish-second-tier/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints reportedly had transfer bid rejected for Croatian under-21 striker]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton have reportedly had a winter bid rejected for Croatian youth international Osijek striker Anton Matkovi&#263;, as claimed by media in Europe.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-reportedly-had-transfer-bid-rejected-for-croatian-under-21-striker/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 12:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-reportedly-had-transfer-bid-rejected-for-croatian-under-21-striker/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints talks over signing second striker reportedly stall - Archer now likely to stay]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton's attempts to sign a second striker on deadline day have reportedly stalled, meaning Cameron Archer's switch to Rangers now looks unlikely.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-talks-over-signing-second-striker-reportedly-stall-archer-now-likely-to-stay/</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 10:52:00 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five-game winless run across the Championship and FA Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-manager-surprisingly-resigns-after-five-game-winless-run/</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2026 13:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-manager-surprisingly-resigns-after-five-game-winless-run/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints expected to accept bid from Premier League side for Armstrong]]></title><description><![CDATA[Premier League side Wolves have joined the list of clubs showing late interest in Southampton striker Adam Armstrong.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-expected-to-accept-bid-from-premier-league-side-for-armstrong/</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2026 13:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-expected-to-accept-bid-from-premier-league-side-for-armstrong/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Premier League club showing late interest in Saints forward Armstrong]]></title><description><![CDATA[Premier League side Wolves have joined the list of clubs showing late interest in Southampton striker Adam Armstrong.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/premier-league-club-showing-late-interest-in-saints-forward-armstrong/</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2026 13:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/premier-league-club-showing-late-interest-in-saints-forward-armstrong/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints set benchmark as they showcase play-off credentials in win at Stoke]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC showed they are far from out of the race for the play-off spots with the quality of their 2-0 win over Stoke City on 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rest in mature win at Stoke]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC delivered a mature, professional performance as they beat Stoke City 2-0 on Saturday, ending a lengthy run without an away league win.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-player-ratings-as-three-stand-above-rest-in-mature-win-at-stoke/</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-player-ratings-as-three-stand-above-rest-in-mature-win-at-stoke/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every word Eckert said on beating Stoke, penalty claims and transfers in and out]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every word Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert said after his Saints side's 2-0 win over potential Championship play-off rivals Stoke City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-beating-stoke-penalty-claims-and-transfers-in-and-out/</link><pubDate>Sun, 01 Feb 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-beating-stoke-penalty-claims-and-transfers-in-and-out/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Out-of-favour Aribo reportedly set to join Championship rivals on loan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC midfielder Joe Aribo is reportedly set to join Championship rivals Leicester City ahead of Monday's transfer deadline.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/out-of-favour-aribo-reportedly-set-to-join-championship-rivals-on-loan/</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 17:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/out-of-favour-aribo-reportedly-set-to-join-championship-rivals-on-loan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harwood-Bellis hailed as 'ultimate professional' amid interest from West Ham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tonda Eckert hailed Taylor Harwood-Bellis as the "ultimate professional" after his performance in a 2-0 win over Stoke, amid interest from West Ham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/harwood-bellis-hailed-as-ultimate-professional-amid-interest-from-west-ham/</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 16:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/harwood-bellis-hailed-as-ultimate-professional-amid-interest-from-west-ham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Just a knock' - Eckert details Armstrong absence and confirms Archer transfer talks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert insisted Adam Armstrong missed his 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calls on authorities to do more about brain trauma in football]]></title><description><![CDATA[This week, the cause of death changed on Chris Nicholl's death certificate to reflect the repetitive head trauma he suffered during his playing career.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/benali-calls-on-authorities-to-do-more-about-brain-trauma-in-football/</link><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/benali-calls-on-authorities-to-do-more-about-brain-trauma-in-football/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints predicted team to take on Stoke City as transfer vultures circle players]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC have the small matter of a crucial Championship match at Stoke City this afternoon, amid the continuing transfer deadline circus.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-predicted-team-to-take-on-stoke-city-as-transfer-vultures-circle-players/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 23:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-predicted-team-to-take-on-stoke-city-as-transfer-vultures-circle-players/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints reject transfer offer from Premier League club for Harwood-Bellis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton have rejected an eight-figure transfer bid from West Ham for defender Taylor Harwood-Bellis, with the offer falling short of their valuation.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-reject-transfer-offer-from-premier-league-club-for-harwood-bellis/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 22:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-reject-transfer-offer-from-premier-league-club-for-harwood-bellis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints confirm Lallana as U21s boss among academy coaching shakeup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton have confirmed Adam Lallana&rsquo;s permanent appointment as under-21s boss among a coaching shakeup in the academy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-confirm-lallana-as-u21s-boss-among-academy-coaching-shakeup/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 16:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-confirm-lallana-as-u21s-boss-among-academy-coaching-shakeup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['In our hands' - Stephens believes Saints can still make Championship play-offs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jack Stephens believes reaching the play-offs is still in Southampton's hands, despite a seven-point gap separating them and sixth place.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/in-our-hands-stephens-believes-saints-can-still-make-championship-play-offs/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 15:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/in-our-hands-stephens-believes-saints-can-still-make-championship-play-offs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scottish giants reportedly interested in signing Saints forward Archer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Scottish giants Rangers are reportedly interested in signing Southampton FC striker Cameron Archer before Monday's transfer deadline.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/scottish-giants-reportedly-interested-in-signing-saints-forward-archer/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 12:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/scottish-giants-reportedly-interested-in-signing-saints-forward-archer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints announce partnership with Southampton-based studio Kinetic Games]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC have announced a new multi-year partnership with Southampton-based independent game developer Kinetic Games.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-announce-partnership-with-southampton-based-studio-kinetic-games/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-announce-partnership-with-southampton-based-studio-kinetic-games/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[TV details: How to watch Stoke vs Saints in Championship's lunchtime kick-off]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC are back on TV this Saturday when they visit Stoke City, and need a win to keep any chance of an unlikely promotion push alive.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/tv-details-how-to-watch-stoke-vs-saints-in-championships-lunchtime-kick-off/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/tv-details-how-to-watch-stoke-vs-saints-in-championships-lunchtime-kick-off/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[P&amp;O Cruises give up shirt sponsor for Saints Foundation's charity matchday]]></title><description><![CDATA[P&amp;O Cruises will donate its front-of-shirt sponsorship to Saints Foundation for Southampton FC&rsquo;s annual Charity Matchday at St Mary's next month.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/pampo-cruises-give-up-shirt-sponsor-for-saints-foundations-charity-matchday/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/pampo-cruises-give-up-shirt-sponsor-for-saints-foundations-charity-matchday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Every single game' - Eckert 'very sure' Saints attacker has Premier League potential]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert has backed one of his attackers to play in the Premier League, despite them dividing some of the fanbase.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-single-game-eckert-very-sure-saints-attacker-has-premier-league-potential/</link><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-single-game-eckert-very-sure-saints-attacker-has-premier-league-potential/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['We are working' -  Eckert explains what he plans to do to solve set-piece problems]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert detailed his plan to work on set-pieces in all three days leading up to his side's Championship visit to Stoke.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/we-are-working-eckert-explains-what-he-plans-to-do-to-solve-set-piece-problems/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 18:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/we-are-working-eckert-explains-what-he-plans-to-do-to-solve-set-piece-problems/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints braced for late Armstrong offers: Should they sell their top scorer?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Championship clubs are interested in signing Southampton striker Adam Armstrong ahead of the transfer deadline at 7pm on Monday, February 2.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-braced-for-late-armstrong-offers-should-they-sell-their-top-scorer/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 13:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-braced-for-late-armstrong-offers-should-they-sell-their-top-scorer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fellows insists he 'understood' benching at Portsmouth as he targets winning run]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC winger Tom Fellows insisted he "understood" his surprise benching against Portsmouth after boss Tonda Eckert explained his reasons.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fellows-insists-he-understood-benching-at-portsmouth-as-he-targets-winning-run/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 12:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fellows-insists-he-understood-benching-at-portsmouth-as-he-targets-winning-run/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Attitude' - Sky Sports pundit claims Saints 'problem lies with the players']]></title><description><![CDATA[Sky Sports commentator and EFL expert Don Goodman slammed the "fundamentally wrong" attitude of the Southampton players as "the problem".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/attitude-sky-sports-pundit-claims-saints-problem-lies-with-the-players/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 12:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/attitude-sky-sports-pundit-claims-saints-problem-lies-with-the-players/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FA Cup 50 years: Saints confident as they hosted Blackpool at the Dell]]></title><description><![CDATA[After the jeopardy at Villa Park, Southampton welcomed a routine win against a fellow Second Division side at the Dell in the fourth round.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fa-cup-50-years-saints-confident-as-they-hosted-blackpool-at-the-dell/</link><pubDate>Thu, 29 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fa-cup-50-years-saints-confident-as-they-hosted-blackpool-at-the-dell/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Bits moving forward' - Eckert hints at Saints progress on making new signings]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert insisted "some bits are moving forward" when he was quizzed on the potential of new signings arriving soon.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/bits-moving-forward-eckert-hints-at-saints-progress-on-making-new-signings/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 23:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/bits-moving-forward-eckert-hints-at-saints-progress-on-making-new-signings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Saints captain Ward-Prowse completes loan to Premier League strugglers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Southampton FC captain James Ward-Prowse has left West Ham United and completed a loan switch to Burnley until the end of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/former-saints-captain-ward-prowse-completes-loan-to-premier-league-strugglers/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 19:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/former-saints-captain-ward-prowse-completes-loan-to-premier-league-strugglers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints switch on 452 solar panels at Staplewood in cost and carbon-saving project]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC have switched on a new rooftop solar panel installation at its Staplewood Campus, with the project expected to cut energy costs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-switch-on-452-solar-panels-at-staplewood-in-cost-and-carbon-saving-project/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 19:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-switch-on-452-solar-panels-at-staplewood-in-cost-and-carbon-saving-project/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints and Portsmouth hit by FA charge for 'mass confrontation' during derby]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC and Portsmouth have both been charged by the FA for failing to ensure their players behaved properly during Sunday's derby.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-and-portsmouth-hit-by-fa-charge-for-mass-confrontation-during-derby/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 18:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-and-portsmouth-hit-by-fa-charge-for-mass-confrontation-during-derby/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every word Eckert said on expecting 'busy' week of transfers, play-offs and Stoke]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every word Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert said ahead of his side's lunchtime Championship clash with potential play-off chasers Stoke City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-expecting-busy-week-of-transfers-play-offs-and-stoke/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 13:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-expecting-busy-week-of-transfers-play-offs-and-stoke/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['A lot of noise' - Eckert addresses Wrexham's transfer links to Armstrong]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert labelled recent transfer rumours linking Wrexham to a move for striker Adam Armstrong as "a lot of noise".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/a-lot-of-noise-eckert-addresses-wrexhams-transfer-links-to-armstrong/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 12:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/a-lot-of-noise-eckert-addresses-wrexhams-transfer-links-to-armstrong/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Very positive' - Fresh Scienza injury update issued ahead of Saints trip to Stoke]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC star Leo Scienza is battling to be available for his side's trip to Stoke City after a positive diagnosis of his injury suffered at Portsmouth.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/very-positive-fresh-scienza-injury-update-issued-ahead-of-saints-trip-to-stoke/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 12:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/very-positive-fresh-scienza-injury-update-issued-ahead-of-saints-trip-to-stoke/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What do Saints need to do in final days of winter transfer window?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC have less than a week to complete any transfer deals before the winter window closes at 7pm on Monday, February 2.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/what-do-saints-need-to-do-in-final-days-of-winter-transfer-window/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/what-do-saints-need-to-do-in-final-days-of-winter-transfer-window/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[One of the most bizarre goals in the Premier League - do you remember it?]]></title><description><![CDATA[As Saints prepare to travel to Stoke this weekend, the fixture inevitably conjures memories of a fixture list dotted with dramatic encounters.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/one-of-the-most-bizarre-goals-in-the-premier-league-do-you-remember-it/</link><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/one-of-the-most-bizarre-goals-in-the-premier-league-do-you-remember-it/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['What it means&rsquo; - Bragg gutted to miss south coast derby due to recent head injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[Local lad Cam Bragg admitted it was tough to miss the south coast derby on Sunday due to his recent head injury, having thought about the game for weeks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/what-it-meansrsquo-bragg-gutted-to-miss-south-coast-derby-due-to-recent-head-injury/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 16:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/what-it-meansrsquo-bragg-gutted-to-miss-south-coast-derby-due-to-recent-head-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints Foundation reports it generated over £10million in social value last season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Saints Foundation says it supported 2.4 per cent of the city&rsquo;s population over the 2024/25 season and generated over &pound;10 million in social value.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-foundation-reports-it-generated-over-10million-in-social-value-last-season/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 14:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-foundation-reports-it-generated-over-10million-in-social-value-last-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Lack of communication' - Bree addresses Saints future after return from loan]]></title><description><![CDATA[James Bree admitted a lack of communication between himself, Southampton FC and Charlton left him in the dark about his future at St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/lack-of-communication-bree-addresses-saints-future-after-return-from-loan/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/lack-of-communication-bree-addresses-saints-future-after-return-from-loan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bragg scores on return from concussion as Saints U21s beat West Brom]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cam Bragg scored on his return from injury as the Southampton FC under-21s eased to a 2-0 win over West Brom on Monday evening.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/bragg-scores-on-return-from-concussion-as-saints-u21s-beat-west-brom/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/bragg-scores-on-return-from-concussion-as-saints-u21s-beat-west-brom/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Amazing club' - Fraser sends good luck message to fans after Saints exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ryan Fraser has wished Southampton fans "all the best" for the remainder of the season following his exit.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/amazing-club-fraser-sends-good-luck-message-to-fans-after-saints-exit/</link><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/amazing-club-fraser-sends-good-luck-message-to-fans-after-saints-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pompey vow 'significant club sanctions' after FA warning over derby incidents]]></title><description><![CDATA[Portsmouth FC have released a new statement vowing "significant club sanctions" after a ballboy and staff member were injured by a flashbang.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/pompey-vow-significant-club-sanctions-after-fa-warning-over-derby-incidents/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 18:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/pompey-vow-significant-club-sanctions-after-fa-warning-over-derby-incidents/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Parker disappointed by 'really poor' second half performance in defeat at Sunderland]]></title><description><![CDATA[MANAGER Simon Parker labelled Southampton FC Women's second-half performance "really poor" after they lost 1-0 at Sunderland on Sunday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/parker-disappointed-by-really-poor-second-half-performance-in-defeat-at-sunderland/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 16:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/parker-disappointed-by-really-poor-second-half-performance-in-defeat-at-sunderland/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police give update after making five arrests at Portsmouth v Southampton]]></title><description><![CDATA[A man is set to appear in court following five arrests during the Portsmouth v Southampton derby on Sunday, January 25.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/police-give-update-after-making-five-arrests-at-portsmouth-v-southampton/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 16:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/police-give-update-after-making-five-arrests-at-portsmouth-v-southampton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police working alongside Portsmouth after ballboy left with cut lip during derby]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hampshire Constabulary are working alongside Portsmouth Football Club to investigate after a ballboy suffered a cut lip during the south coast derby.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/police-working-alongside-portsmouth-after-ballboy-left-with-cut-lip-during-derby/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 15:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/police-working-alongside-portsmouth-after-ballboy-left-with-cut-lip-during-derby/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Saints winger Fraser scores late winner on A-League debut]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Southampton FC winger Ryan Fraser was up to his old tricks again as he scored a late winner on his debut for Western Sydney Wanderers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/former-saints-winger-fraser-scores-late-winner-on-a-league-debut/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 12:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/former-saints-winger-fraser-scores-late-winner-on-a-league-debut/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Leader Peretz, Bree is back &amp; overthinking changes - Post-derby Saints talking points]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton missed out on a chance to kick-start a late promotion push by beating rivals Portsmouth as they were held to a 1-1 draw on Sunday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/leader-peretz-bree-is-back-amp-overthinking-changes-post-derby-saints-talking-points/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/leader-peretz-bree-is-back-amp-overthinking-changes-post-derby-saints-talking-points/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['The occasion' - Bree names key thing he believes would have seen Saints beat Pompey]]></title><description><![CDATA[Saints defender James Bree was disappointed Southampton FC failed to beat rivals Portsmouth as they were held to a 1-1 draw at Fratton Park.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/the-occasion-bree-names-key-thing-he-believes-would-have-seen-saints-beat-pompey/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/the-occasion-bree-names-key-thing-he-believes-would-have-seen-saints-beat-pompey/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mounted units, helicopter and barricades - full police operation for derby]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police pulled out all the stops in preparation as perhaps the south coast's biggest football rivals clashed at Fratton Park]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/mounted-units-helicopter-and-barricades-full-police-operation-for-derby/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/mounted-units-helicopter-and-barricades-full-police-operation-for-derby/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I'm absolutely buzzing we didn't lose' - Portsmouth's Mousinho honest on derby draw]]></title><description><![CDATA[Portsmouth manager John Mousinho admitted "I'm absolutely buzzing we didn't lose" after his side's 1-1 draw with rivals Southampton at Fratton Park.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/im-absolutely-buzzing-we-didnt-lose-portsmouths-mousinho-honest-on-derby-draw/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/im-absolutely-buzzing-we-didnt-lose-portsmouths-mousinho-honest-on-derby-draw/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every word Eckert said on Bree return, Fellows benched and draw with Portsmouth]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every word Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert said after his Saints side's 1-1 draw in the Championship with rivals Portsmouth at Fratton Park.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-bree-return-fellows-benched-and-draw-with-portsmouth/</link><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-bree-return-fellows-benched-and-draw-with-portsmouth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Player ratings as Achilles' heel hurts Saints in draw against Portsmouth]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton's Achilles&rsquo; heel cost them against as they drew 1-1 with rivals Portsmouth after the hosts equalised from a corner.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/player-ratings-as-achilles-heel-hurts-saints-in-draw-against-portsmouth/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2026 18:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/player-ratings-as-achilles-heel-hurts-saints-in-draw-against-portsmouth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints battle hard at Fratton Park but limitations are still clear to see]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC avoided outright derby disgrace with a battling display at Fratton Park, but the performance did little to dispel their limitations truly.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-battle-hard-at-fratton-park-but-limitations-are-still-clear-to-see/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2026 18:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-battle-hard-at-fratton-park-but-limitations-are-still-clear-to-see/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship club sack manager after two wins in last eight league games]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leicester City have sacked manager Marti Cifuentes after winning just two of their last eight Championship games.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-club-sack-manager-after-two-wins-in-last-eight-league-games/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2026 17:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-club-sack-manager-after-two-wins-in-last-eight-league-games/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Five men arrested amid police operation during Saints game]]></title><description><![CDATA[Five people have been arrested following the Portsmouth v Southampton south coast derby.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/five-men-arrested-amid-police-operation-during-saints-game/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2026 16:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/five-men-arrested-amid-police-operation-during-saints-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints positive after Scienza forced off against Portsmouth with injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tonda Eckert feels positive that Leo Scienza will be "fine" after he sustained a groin issue during Southampton's 1-1 draw with Portsmouth.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-positive-after-scienza-forced-off-against-portsmouth-with-injury/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2026 16:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-positive-after-scienza-forced-off-against-portsmouth-with-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['We deserved more' - Eckert believes Saints should have beaten Portsmouth]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert insisted his side deserved to beat bitter rivals Portsmouth, after they took the lead in an eventual 1-1 draw.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/we-deserved-more-eckert-believes-saints-should-have-beaten-portsmouth/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2026 16:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/we-deserved-more-eckert-believes-saints-should-have-beaten-portsmouth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[View from St Mary's - fan verdicts as Saints draw rivals away]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cheers of celebration at Saints scoring at Fratton Park turned into muted frustration as fans watched on via a stream at St Mary's Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/view-from-st-marys-fan-verdicts-as-saints-draw-rivals-away/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2026 15:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/view-from-st-marys-fan-verdicts-as-saints-draw-rivals-away/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints draw with rivals Portsmouth after taking second-half lead at Fratton Park]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton have gone five league meetings without beating Portsmouth for the first time in their Football League history after a 1-1 draw at Fratton Park.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-draw-with-rivals-portsmouth-after-taking-second-half-lead-at-fratton-park/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-draw-with-rivals-portsmouth-after-taking-second-half-lead-at-fratton-park/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Portsmouth fan pitch invades as Saints score]]></title><description><![CDATA[A pitch invading Portsmouth fan has been taken off by security after bursting onto the field of play following Saints going up 1-0.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/portsmouth-fan-pitch-invades-as-saints-score/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2026 14:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/portsmouth-fan-pitch-invades-as-saints-score/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fan zone packed out as Saints supporters watch derby game at St Mary's]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hundreds of Saints fans have packed out the Northam fan zone at St Mary's Stadium to watch the south coast derby down taking place at Fratton Park in Portsmouth.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fan-zone-packed-out-as-saints-supporters-watch-derby-game-at-st-marys/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2026 13:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fan-zone-packed-out-as-saints-supporters-watch-derby-game-at-st-marys/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Huge police operation underway as Saints play south coast rivals]]></title><description><![CDATA[Photos show the scale of the police operation today in Portsmouth as Southampton FC play at Fratton Park.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/huge-police-operation-underway-as-saints-play-south-coast-rivals/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2026 12:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/huge-police-operation-underway-as-saints-play-south-coast-rivals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints fans arrive ahead of south coast derby]]></title><description><![CDATA[Saints fans have arrived at Fratton Park ready for the Portsmouth v Southampton FC Championship clash.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-fans-arrive-ahead-of-south-coast-derby/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2026 11:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-fans-arrive-ahead-of-south-coast-derby/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints fans head to Fratton Park for south coast derby]]></title><description><![CDATA[Around 2,700 Saints supporters have boarded coaches on to travel to Fratton Park ahead of the long-awaited Southampton FC derby clash with Portsmouth.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-fans-head-to-fratton-park-for-south-coast-derby/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2026 10:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-fans-head-to-fratton-park-for-south-coast-derby/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Saints draw in derby at Portsmouth - As it happened]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship match updates as Southampton FC travel to face south coast derby rivals Portsmouth at Fratton Park.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-saints-draw-in-derby-at-portsmouth-as-it-happened/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-saints-draw-in-derby-at-portsmouth-as-it-happened/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints under pressure at Portsmouth]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship match updates as Southampton FC travel to face south coast derby rivals Portsmouth at Fratton Park.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-under-pressure-at-portsmouth/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-under-pressure-at-portsmouth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints spring surprise changes at Portsmouth]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship match updates as Southampton FC travel to face south coast derby rivals Portsmouth at Fratton Park.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-spring-surprise-changes-at-portsmouth/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-spring-surprise-changes-at-portsmouth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates and reaction as Saints draw at Portsmouth]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship match updates as Southampton FC travel to face south coast derby rivals Portsmouth at Fratton Park.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-and-reaction-as-saints-draw-at-portsmouth/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-and-reaction-as-saints-draw-at-portsmouth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live south coast derby updates as Saints visit Pompey - Build-up]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship match updates as Southampton FC travel to face south coast derby rivals Portsmouth at Fratton Park.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-south-coast-derby-updates-as-saints-visit-pompey-build-up/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-south-coast-derby-updates-as-saints-visit-pompey-build-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Updates as Saints fans watch south coast derby - live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thousands of Southampton fans have travelled to watch Saints play at Fratton Park - while others are watching from the Northam fan zone at St Mary's]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/updates-as-saints-fans-watch-south-coast-derby-live/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2026 08:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/updates-as-saints-fans-watch-south-coast-derby-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Updates as Saints fans leave rival stadium after draw - live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Thousands of Southampton fans have travelled to watch Saints play at Fratton Park - while others are watching from the Northam fan zone at St Mary's]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/updates-as-saints-fans-leave-rival-stadium-after-draw-live/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2026 08:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/updates-as-saints-fans-leave-rival-stadium-after-draw-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints fans prepare for south coast derby - live updates]]></title><description><![CDATA[Saints fans are preparing for a trip to Fratton Park today as Southampton FC play Portsmouth]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-fans-prepare-for-south-coast-derby-live-updates/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2026 08:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-fans-prepare-for-south-coast-derby-live-updates/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scienza: 'Beating Portsmouth would mean everything. The fans just care about this']]></title><description><![CDATA[Leo Scienza insisted that beating Portsmouth is the only way Southampton can earn any forgiveness from supporters.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/scienza-beating-portsmouth-would-mean-everything-the-fans-just-care-about-this/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/scienza-beating-portsmouth-would-mean-everything-the-fans-just-care-about-this/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Predicted team as Saints cannot afford to repeat recent mistakes at Pompey]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC cannot afford to repeat their recent shortcomings at Portsmouth this afternoon, and Tonda Eckert must get this starting XI spot on.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/predicted-team-as-saints-cannot-afford-to-repeat-recent-mistakes-at-pompey/</link><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/predicted-team-as-saints-cannot-afford-to-repeat-recent-mistakes-at-pompey/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hour-by-hour weather forecast for Saints vs Pompey derby]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tomorrow's match between Southampton FC and Portsmouth FC at Fratton Park is forecast to see rain]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/hour-by-hour-weather-forecast-for-saints-vs-pompey-derby/</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2026 18:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/hour-by-hour-weather-forecast-for-saints-vs-pompey-derby/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Not the plan' - Eckert explains why Charles made injury return in unusual position]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tonda Eckert explained that he does not plan to continue using Shea Charles as a number 10 after he returned to the Southampton side in that role.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/not-the-plan-eckert-explains-why-charles-made-injury-return-in-unusual-position/</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2026 13:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/not-the-plan-eckert-explains-why-charles-made-injury-return-in-unusual-position/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Saints player becomes co-owner of club in United Arab Emirates]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Southampton FC player Jason Puncheon has become co-owner and head of football operations of UAE second-tier side Arabian Falcons.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/former-saints-player-becomes-co-owner-of-club-in-united-arab-emirates/</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2026 12:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/former-saints-player-becomes-co-owner-of-club-in-united-arab-emirates/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Huge dispersal order to be enforced in Portsmouth for south coast derby]]></title><description><![CDATA[A dispersal order is set to be enforced in Portsmouth to support public safety during a high-profile football match]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/huge-dispersal-order-to-be-enforced-in-portsmouth-for-south-coast-derby/</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2026 10:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/huge-dispersal-order-to-be-enforced-in-portsmouth-for-south-coast-derby/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[TV details: How to watch Portsmouth vs Saints live as south coast derby returns]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC make their return to Portsmouth's Fratton Park for the first time in nearly seven years when they take on their rivals in a lunchtime kick-off.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/tv-details-how-to-watch-portsmouth-vs-saints-live-as-south-coast-derby-returns/</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/tv-details-how-to-watch-portsmouth-vs-saints-live-as-south-coast-derby-returns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Southampton pub to open at 5am ahead of Saints v Pompey derby]]></title><description><![CDATA[The South Coast derby takes place this weekend as Saints travel to Pompey for a league fixture this Sunday, January 25.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/southampton-pub-to-open-at-5am-ahead-of-saints-v-pompey-derby/</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/southampton-pub-to-open-at-5am-ahead-of-saints-v-pompey-derby/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints v Pompey - some of the best pictures from one of football's great rivalries]]></title><description><![CDATA[For Southampton FC fans, the South Coast Derby transcends a mere ninety-minute encounter; it represents a hereditary passion passed down through the foundations of the Dell to the stands of St Marys.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-v-pompey-some-of-the-best-pictures-from-one-of-footballs-great-rivalries/</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-v-pompey-some-of-the-best-pictures-from-one-of-footballs-great-rivalries/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police warning as bringing this one item could see fans banned from Fratton Park]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hampshire police have issued a warning to fans not to bring one item ahead of the Portsmouth v Southampton match at Fratton Park.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/police-warning-as-bringing-this-one-item-could-see-fans-banned-from-fratton-park/</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/police-warning-as-bringing-this-one-item-could-see-fans-banned-from-fratton-park/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Enjoy it' - Jander hoping to repeat derby day feeling after success in Germany]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton midfielder Caspar Jander is hoping to recapture the derby-winning feeling when Saints face rivals Portsmouth on Sunday afternoon.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/enjoy-it-jander-hoping-to-repeat-derby-day-feeling-after-success-in-germany/</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/enjoy-it-jander-hoping-to-repeat-derby-day-feeling-after-success-in-germany/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Benali on Portsmouth: 'I want our players to mirror what this game means to us fans']]></title><description><![CDATA[There is no escaping how important tomorrow's game against Portsmouth is. I do not need to remind fans how significant it is. I just hope the players mirror what it means to us.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/benali-on-portsmouth-i-want-our-players-to-mirror-what-this-game-means-to-us-fans/</link><pubDate>Sat, 24 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/benali-on-portsmouth-i-want-our-players-to-mirror-what-this-game-means-to-us-fans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Whether we win, lose or draw' - Portsmouth's Mousinho makes public offer to Eckert]]></title><description><![CDATA[Portsmouth manager John Mousinho has offered Tonda Eckert a post-match drink at Fratton Park, after his spat with former Southampton boss Will Still.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/whether-we-win-lose-or-draw-portsmouths-mousinho-makes-public-offer-to-eckert/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 14:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/whether-we-win-lose-or-draw-portsmouths-mousinho-makes-public-offer-to-eckert/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints reportedly only keen on overseas exit for out-of-favour winger]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC are said to only want an overseas exit for out-of-favour winger Sam Edozie, with several clubs reportedly interested.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-reportedly-only-keen-on-overseas-exit-for-out-of-favour-winger/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 13:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-reportedly-only-keen-on-overseas-exit-for-out-of-favour-winger/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['We wanted to keep him' - Jones keen to strike deal to bring Bree back to Charlton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Charlton Athletic boss Nathan Jones insisted he wanted to keep on-loan defender James Bree before the full-back returned to Southampton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/we-wanted-to-keep-him-jones-keen-to-strike-deal-to-bring-bree-back-to-charlton/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 11:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/we-wanted-to-keep-him-jones-keen-to-strike-deal-to-bring-bree-back-to-charlton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fellows hoping Saints will 'give it a better go' against Portsmouth this time]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tom Fellows hopes Southampton FC can "give it a better go" against Portsmouth on Sunday following a drab 0-0 draw in the reverse fixture.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fellows-hoping-saints-will-give-it-a-better-go-against-portsmouth-this-time/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 11:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fellows-hoping-saints-will-give-it-a-better-go-against-portsmouth-this-time/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert calls for 'cool heads and hot hearts' as Saints prepare to visit Portsmouth]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert has called for "cool heads and hot hearts", as his players prepare to visit Hampshire rivals Portsmouth.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-calls-for-cool-heads-and-hot-hearts-as-saints-prepare-to-visit-portsmouth/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 11:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-calls-for-cool-heads-and-hot-hearts-as-saints-prepare-to-visit-portsmouth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every word Eckert said on facing Portsmouth, lessons from September and Charles back]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every word Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert said ahead of his Saints side facing Hampshire rivals Portsmouth at Fratton Park on Sunday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-facing-portsmouth-lessons-from-september-and-charles-back/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 11:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-facing-portsmouth-lessons-from-september-and-charles-back/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Premier League strugglers reportedly interested in signing Harwood-Bellis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Premier League strugglers Burnley are reportedly interested in signing Southampton defender Taylor Harwood-Bellis this month or in the summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/premier-league-strugglers-reportedly-interested-in-signing-harwood-bellis/</link><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 10:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/premier-league-strugglers-reportedly-interested-in-signing-harwood-bellis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fraser completes permanent St Mary's exit to join Australian A-League side]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton winger Ryan Fraser has departed the club, joining Australian A-League outfit Western Sydney Wanderers until the end of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fraser-completes-permanent-st-marys-exit-to-join-australian-a-league-side/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 23:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fraser-completes-permanent-st-marys-exit-to-join-australian-a-league-side/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints and Coventry City punished by FA after charge for scuffle at St Mary's]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton and Coventry City have both been fined following an incident after their Championship meeting at St Mary&rsquo;s on Saturday, December 20.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-and-coventry-city-punished-by-fa-after-charge-for-scuffle-at-st-marys/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 17:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-and-coventry-city-punished-by-fa-after-charge-for-scuffle-at-st-marys/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boss Wilder insists Blades '100 per cent' deserved to get a result at Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder believes his side "100 per cent" deserved to get a result from their 1-0 defeat to Southampton FC at St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/boss-wilder-insists-blades-100-per-cent-deserved-to-get-a-result-at-saints/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 14:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/boss-wilder-insists-blades-100-per-cent-deserved-to-get-a-result-at-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints offering cheapest possible tickets for FA Cup clash with Leicester]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton season ticket holders are being offered the cheapest possible tickets permitted under FA Cup rules for next month&rsquo;s tie against Leicester.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-offering-cheapest-possible-tickets-for-fa-cup-clash-with-leicester/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 13:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-offering-cheapest-possible-tickets-for-fa-cup-clash-with-leicester/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stewart impact should make one thing crystal clear to Saints board this month]]></title><description><![CDATA[Desperate times call for desperate measures, and Southampton scrapping with Sheffield United to finally end their miserable run made one thing clear.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/stewart-impact-should-make-one-thing-crystal-clear-to-saints-board-this-month/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 13:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/stewart-impact-should-make-one-thing-crystal-clear-to-saints-board-this-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Best photos as Saints end winless run with victory over Sheffield United]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton ended their seven-game winless run with a 1-0 victory over Sheffield United.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/best-photos-as-saints-end-winless-run-with-victory-over-sheffield-united/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 12:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/best-photos-as-saints-end-winless-run-with-victory-over-sheffield-united/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stoke stung by fresh Bazunu injury after just one appearance on loan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu is set for a spell on the sidelines after suffering a thigh injury just one game into his loan spell at Stoke City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/stoke-stung-by-fresh-bazunu-injury-after-just-one-appearance-on-loan/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 12:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/stoke-stung-by-fresh-bazunu-injury-after-just-one-appearance-on-loan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['We need that' - Eckert reveals Peretz detail that will please all Saints fans]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert revealed Daniel Peretz was one of the players who spoke up to the group last week, despite signing weeks ago.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/we-need-that-eckert-reveals-peretz-detail-that-will-please-all-saints-fans/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/we-need-that-eckert-reveals-peretz-detail-that-will-please-all-saints-fans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Small step' - Scienza calls for Saints to continue showing 'fight and desire']]></title><description><![CDATA[Leo Scienza called on Saints to continue showing the "fight and desire" they demonstrated in their 1-0 win over Sheffield United.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/small-step-scienza-calls-for-saints-to-continue-showing-fight-and-desire/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/small-step-scienza-calls-for-saints-to-continue-showing-fight-and-desire/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police warn fans 'don't let your club down' ahead of south coast derby on Sunday]]></title><description><![CDATA[A major policing operation is being rolled out ahead of Sunday&rsquo;s highly anticipated derby match between Southampton and Portsmouth.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/police-warn-fans-dont-let-your-club-down-ahead-of-south-coast-derby-on-sunday/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/police-warn-fans-dont-let-your-club-down-ahead-of-south-coast-derby-on-sunday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police reveal Saints fan escort plans ahead of south coast derby]]></title><description><![CDATA[Officers have revealed the travel pans for the South Coast derby as officers roll out managed coach travel, motorway escorts and multiple road closures.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/police-reveal-saints-fan-escort-plans-ahead-of-south-coast-derby/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/police-reveal-saints-fan-escort-plans-ahead-of-south-coast-derby/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Player ratings as Saints return to winning ways against Sheffield United]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC were much improved, yet still lacked clinical finishing, as they returned to winning ways with a 1-0 victory over Sheffield United.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/player-ratings-as-saints-return-to-winning-ways-against-sheffield-united/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/player-ratings-as-saints-return-to-winning-ways-against-sheffield-united/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every word Eckert said on beating Blades, formation change and Stewart up front]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every word Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert said on the 1-0 win over Sheffield United, which ended a seven-match Championship winless run.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-beating-blades-formation-change-and-stewart-up-front/</link><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-beating-blades-formation-change-and-stewart-up-front/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['A big one' - Eckert credits Saints for 'digging very deep' to beat Sheffield United]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert labelled his side's 1-0 win over Sheffield United "a big one" as they ended their long winless league run.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/a-big-one-eckert-credits-saints-for-digging-very-deep-to-beat-sheffield-united/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2026 23:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/a-big-one-eckert-credits-saints-for-digging-very-deep-to-beat-sheffield-united/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints hold on to end winless run with victory over Sheffield United]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC ended a seven-game winless run with a much-needed but nerve-wracking 1-0 victory over Championship strugglers Sheffield United.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-hold-on-to-end-winless-run-with-victory-over-sheffield-united/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2026 22:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-hold-on-to-end-winless-run-with-victory-over-sheffield-united/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Saints beat Sheffield United - As it happened]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates as Southampton FC look to end their terrible form at home to Sheffield United.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-saints-beat-sheffield-united-as-it-happened/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2026 18:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-saints-beat-sheffield-united-as-it-happened/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints match at home against Watford to kick off one minute later than scheduled]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC will kick off one minute later than usual when they host Watford in the Championship, as football unites for a new BHF campaign.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-match-at-home-against-watford-to-kick-off-one-minute-later-than-scheduled/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2026 12:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-match-at-home-against-watford-to-kick-off-one-minute-later-than-scheduled/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints predicted team to face Sheffield United as Eckert makes dressing room point]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert has said he will make changes to his starting team to face Sheffield United, following Saturday's defeat to Hull City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-predicted-team-to-face-sheffield-united-as-eckert-makes-dressing-room-point/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-predicted-team-to-face-sheffield-united-as-eckert-makes-dressing-room-point/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints loanee Brereton Diaz hits form with four goal contributions in four]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton flop Ben Brereton Diaz has hit remarkable form for loan side Derby County, with a goal contribution in each of his last four appearances.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-loanee-brereton-diaz-hits-form-with-four-goal-contributions-in-four/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-loanee-brereton-diaz-hits-form-with-four-goal-contributions-in-four/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints hope Sheffield United do not rub genius free agent decision in their face]]></title><description><![CDATA[Less than a week after Southampton had confirmed the triumphant return of free agent Oriol Romeu, Sheffield United made a much more astute decision.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-hope-sheffield-united-do-not-rub-genius-free-agent-decision-in-their-face/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-hope-sheffield-united-do-not-rub-genius-free-agent-decision-in-their-face/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[History backs Saints in St Mary's clash with Sheffield United - find out why]]></title><description><![CDATA[For the Saints fans, this game is far more than an opportunity to collect three points.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/history-backs-saints-in-st-marys-clash-with-sheffield-united-find-out-why/</link><pubDate>Wed, 21 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/history-backs-saints-in-st-marys-clash-with-sheffield-united-find-out-why/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert challenges Saints players to 'find a deep desire to win']]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert raised some interesting questions when he challenged his players to find "desire to win" matches from within.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-challenges-saints-players-to-find-a-deep-desire-to-win/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2026 23:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-challenges-saints-players-to-find-a-deep-desire-to-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert in 'constant conversation' with board as he plays down pressure on his job]]></title><description><![CDATA[Head coach Tonda Eckert insisted he has always been in "constant conversation" with the Southampton board as he played down fears over his job.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-in-constant-conversation-with-board-as-he-plays-down-pressure-on-his-job/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2026 16:27:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-in-constant-conversation-with-board-as-he-plays-down-pressure-on-his-job/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Still admits 'there are things I'd do differently' as he reflects on Saints sacking]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Southampton manager Will Still has admitted "I didn't get everything right" during his spell at St Mary's, in a new statement issued this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/still-admits-there-are-things-id-do-differently-as-he-reflects-on-saints-sacking/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2026 16:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/still-admits-there-are-things-id-do-differently-as-he-reflects-on-saints-sacking/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every word a firmer Eckert said on anger, accountability and Sheffield United]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every word Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert said ahead of his Saints side's Championship clash with Sheffield United at St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-a-firmer-eckert-said-on-anger-accountability-and-sheffield-united/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2026 14:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-a-firmer-eckert-said-on-anger-accountability-and-sheffield-united/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[TV details: How to watch Saints vs Sheffield United in Championship]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pressure is on Southampton FC during a make-or-break week, as they face Sheffield United on Wednesday before a derby game against Portsmouth.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/tv-details-how-to-watch-saints-vs-sheffield-united-in-championship/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/tv-details-how-to-watch-saints-vs-sheffield-united-in-championship/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lallana opens up on becoming U21s boss and being obliged to give back to Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Adam Lallana admitted he feels "obliged" to give back to the Saints academy in his first interview since becoming under-21s boss.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/lallana-opens-up-on-becoming-u21s-boss-and-being-obliged-to-give-back-to-saints/</link><pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/lallana-opens-up-on-becoming-u21s-boss-and-being-obliged-to-give-back-to-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New date and kick-off time set for Saints trip to Leicester City in Championship]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton's rearranged Championship away fixture against Leicester City is set to take place on Tuesday, February 10, with kick-off scheduled for 7:45pm.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/new-date-and-kick-off-time-set-for-saints-trip-to-leicester-city-in-championship/</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2026 19:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/new-date-and-kick-off-time-set-for-saints-trip-to-leicester-city-in-championship/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Fresh start' - Bazunu explains motivation behind loan switch to Stoke]]></title><description><![CDATA[Goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu explained his loan move to Stoke City was motivated by a desire for a &ldquo;fresh start&rdquo; away from Southampton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fresh-start-bazunu-explains-motivation-behind-loan-switch-to-stoke/</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2026 15:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fresh-start-bazunu-explains-motivation-behind-loan-switch-to-stoke/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Parker 'disappointed' after Saints Women knocked out of FA Cup in extra-time]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC Women boss Simon Parker is &ldquo;disappointed&rdquo; after his side were knocked out of the FA Cup in extra time by Bristol City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/parker-disappointed-after-saints-women-knocked-out-of-fa-cup-in-extra-time/</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2026 12:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/parker-disappointed-after-saints-women-knocked-out-of-fa-cup-in-extra-time/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints add former Hannover analyst to Eckert's backroom staff]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC have added match analyst Eduard Schmidt to head coach Tonda Eckert's backroom staff, the Daily Echo understands.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-add-former-hannover-analyst-to-eckerts-backroom-staff/</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-add-former-hannover-analyst-to-eckerts-backroom-staff/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['More profound' - Eckert insists honest conversations must bring Saints together]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tonda Eckert insisted Southampton's honest conversations must bring them closer together as they look to put their issues right this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/more-profound-eckert-insists-honest-conversations-must-bring-saints-together/</link><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/more-profound-eckert-insists-honest-conversations-must-bring-saints-together/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former EFL striker feels Saints 'will struggle to get anywhere near the play-offs']]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Championship striker Aaron McLean believes that Saints will "struggle to get anywhere near the play-offs" amid a seven-game winless run.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/former-efl-striker-feels-saints-will-struggle-to-get-anywhere-near-the-play-offs/</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2026 15:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/former-efl-striker-feels-saints-will-struggle-to-get-anywhere-near-the-play-offs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints facing worst-case scenario of repeated mistakes as fans lose faith]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton are back where they started under Tonda Eckert, closer to the relegation zone than they are to the Championship play-offs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-facing-worst-case-scenario-of-repeated-mistakes-as-fans-lose-faith/</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2026 14:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-facing-worst-case-scenario-of-repeated-mistakes-as-fans-lose-faith/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stewart on Saints form: 'Fans have every right with how they&rsquo;re reacting']]></title><description><![CDATA[Ross Stewart insisted Southampton FC fans &ldquo;have every right&rdquo; to show their discontent after his goal was not enough to prevent a disappointing 2-1 loss to Hull.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/stewart-on-saints-form-fans-have-every-right-with-how-theyrsquore-reacting/</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/stewart-on-saints-form-fans-have-every-right-with-how-theyrsquore-reacting/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Player ratings as Saints maintain low bar during defeat to Hull]]></title><description><![CDATA[Errors, poor defending and wasted chances led to Southampton FC suffering a 2-1 defeat to Hull City on Saturday, despite registering 22 shots.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/player-ratings-as-saints-maintain-low-bar-during-defeat-to-hull/</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/player-ratings-as-saints-maintain-low-bar-during-defeat-to-hull/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every word Eckert said on feeling pressure, reverting to back five and Stewart strike]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every word Southampton FC boss Tonda Eckert said following his side's 2-1 defeat to Hull City at St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-feeling-pressure-reverting-to-back-five-and-stewart-strike/</link><pubDate>Sun, 18 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-feeling-pressure-reverting-to-back-five-and-stewart-strike/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert on defeat to Hull: 'The chances that we created are enough to win three games']]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC boss Tonda Eckert felt his side created enough chances to beat Hull City during their 2-1 defeat at St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-on-defeat-to-hull-the-chances-that-we-created-are-enough-to-win-three-games/</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2026 20:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-on-defeat-to-hull-the-chances-that-we-created-are-enough-to-win-three-games/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert not worried about his future after home truths in Saints dressing room]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tonda Eckert insisted he is not concerned about his future at Southampton FC following home truths in the dressing room after a 2-1 defeat to Hull City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-not-worried-about-his-future-after-home-truths-in-saints-dressing-room/</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2026 19:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-not-worried-about-his-future-after-home-truths-in-saints-dressing-room/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stewart strike not enough as Saints their own worst enemy in Hull defeat]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC were the architects of their own downfall during a 2-1 loss to Hull, which extended their winless run to seven games.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/stewart-strike-not-enough-as-saints-their-own-worst-enemy-in-hull-defeat/</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2026 17:57:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/stewart-strike-not-enough-as-saints-their-own-worst-enemy-in-hull-defeat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Wasteful Saints beaten by Hull - As it happened]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates, Southampton FC vs Hull City from St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-wasteful-saints-beaten-by-hull-as-it-happened/</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2026 13:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-wasteful-saints-beaten-by-hull-as-it-happened/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints revert to back-five against Hull]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates, Southampton FC vs Hull City from St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-revert-to-back-five-against-hull/</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2026 13:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-revert-to-back-five-against-hull/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints pull one back against Hull]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates, Southampton FC vs Hull City from St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-pull-one-back-against-hull/</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2026 13:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-pull-one-back-against-hull/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints concede second poor goal vs Hull]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates, Southampton FC vs Hull City from St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-concede-second-poor-goal-vs-hull/</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2026 13:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-concede-second-poor-goal-vs-hull/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints aim to end Championship run vs Hull]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates, Southampton FC vs Hull City from St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-aim-to-end-championship-run-vs-hull/</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2026 13:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-aim-to-end-championship-run-vs-hull/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live Saints updates as Peretz makes massive save against Hull]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates, Southampton FC vs Hull City from St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-saints-updates-as-peretz-makes-massive-save-against-hull/</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2026 13:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-saints-updates-as-peretz-makes-massive-save-against-hull/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fraser in Australia to finalise loan move away from Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC winger Ryan Fraser is in Australia to finalise a loan move to Western Sydney Wanderers, the Daily Echo understands.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fraser-in-australia-to-finalise-loan-move-away-from-saints/</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2026 12:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fraser-in-australia-to-finalise-loan-move-away-from-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints to pay tribute to proud sponsor and supporter during Hull game]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton will pay tribute to a proud sponsor and supporter of the club, who sadly passed away at the age of 61, during their match against Hull City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-to-pay-tribute-to-proud-sponsor-and-supporter-during-hull-game/</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-to-pay-tribute-to-proud-sponsor-and-supporter-during-hull-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints predicted team to face Hull as Eckert mulls over lessons from FA Cup win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert was given plenty of food for thought after his rotated side scraped a win at Doncaster Rovers last week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-predicted-team-to-face-hull-as-eckert-mulls-over-lessons-from-fa-cup-win/</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-predicted-team-to-face-hull-as-eckert-mulls-over-lessons-from-fa-cup-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints fans doubtful as protest against owners mooted for this afternoon]]></title><description><![CDATA[A protest against Southampton FC owners Sport Republic has been mooted on social media ahead of Saints hosting Hull City at St Mary's this afternoon.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-fans-doubtful-as-protest-against-owners-mooted-for-this-afternoon/</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-fans-doubtful-as-protest-against-owners-mooted-for-this-afternoon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jander feeling refreshed and hopeful Saints can rebuild after FA Cup win]]></title><description><![CDATA[MIDFIELDER Caspar Jander hopes Saints can take confidence from their FA Cup win over Doncaster Rovers ahead of facing Hull City in the Championship.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/jander-feeling-refreshed-and-hopeful-saints-can-rebuild-after-fa-cup-win/</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/jander-feeling-refreshed-and-hopeful-saints-can-rebuild-after-fa-cup-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Benali: 'Talking about January window, we must be honest about where we really are']]></title><description><![CDATA[When we talk about the January transfer window, I think it is important to be honest about where Southampton Football Club really are at the moment.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/benali-talking-about-january-window-we-must-be-honest-about-where-we-really-are/</link><pubDate>Sat, 17 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/benali-talking-about-january-window-we-must-be-honest-about-where-we-really-are/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Strikers, Edwards replacement, Edozie and Larios - Eckert on all things transfers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert issued his thoughts on several potential transfer sagas as he delivered an update on the club's business.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/strikers-edwards-replacement-edozie-and-larios-eckert-on-all-things-transfers/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 23:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/strikers-edwards-replacement-edozie-and-larios-eckert-on-all-things-transfers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints defender set to get look-in upon return from loan]]></title><description><![CDATA[James Bree will be given an opportunity to re-earn his place upon his return from Charlton next week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-defender-set-to-get-look-in-upon-return-from-loan/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 23:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-defender-set-to-get-look-in-upon-return-from-loan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Romeu misses Saints under-21s appearance with minor ankle issue]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton midfielder Oriol Romeu missed a planned appearance with the club's under-21s team due to a minor ankle injury sustained earlier this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/romeu-misses-saints-under-21s-appearance-with-minor-ankle-issue/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 23:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/romeu-misses-saints-under-21s-appearance-with-minor-ankle-issue/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Gives us flexibility' - Saints defender set to get look-in upon return from loan]]></title><description><![CDATA[James Bree will be given an opportunity to re-earn his place upon his return from Charlton next week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/gives-us-flexibility-saints-defender-set-to-get-look-in-upon-return-from-loan/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 23:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/gives-us-flexibility-saints-defender-set-to-get-look-in-upon-return-from-loan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kick-off time and date set for Saints to host Leicester in FA Cup fourth round]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC will host fellow Championship outfit Leicester City in the FA Cup fourth round, with kick-off confirmed for 3pm on Saturday, February 14.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/kick-off-time-and-date-set-for-saints-to-host-leicester-in-fa-cup-fourth-round/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 18:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/kick-off-time-and-date-set-for-saints-to-host-leicester-in-fa-cup-fourth-round/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every word Eckert said on loaning players out, possession and facing Hull City]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every word Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert said ahead of facing Hull City on his Saints side's return to Championship action.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-loaning-players-out-possession-and-facing-hull-city/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 16:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-loaning-players-out-possession-and-facing-hull-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints midfielder set to miss Hull clash due to concussion protocol]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC's Cam Bragg has been ruled out of this weekend's clash against Hull City due to the concussion protocol.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-midfielder-set-to-miss-hull-clash-due-to-concussion-protocol/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 16:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-midfielder-set-to-miss-hull-clash-due-to-concussion-protocol/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hull's Jakirovi&#263; worried about his squad to face Saints due to injury crisis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hull City boss Sergej Jakirovi&#263; insisted he is only concerned about his squad as he contends with an injury crisis ahead of facing Southampton FC.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/hulls-jakirovi263-worried-about-his-squad-to-face-saints-due-to-injury-crisis/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 12:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/hulls-jakirovi263-worried-about-his-squad-to-face-saints-due-to-injury-crisis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Samantha Womack and other stars of Dear England swap stage for St Mary's Stadium]]></title><description><![CDATA[The stars of Dear England paid a visit to St Mary's Stadium, home of the Saints, as they arrived in Southampton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/samantha-womack-and-other-stars-of-dear-england-swap-stage-for-st-marys-stadium/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/samantha-womack-and-other-stars-of-dear-england-swap-stage-for-st-marys-stadium/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Road to Wembley 1976: Saints came back from the brink of third round elimination]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every cup run is made of moments, and there are perhaps none more defining for Southampton than the very last moment of the very first game.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/road-to-wembley-1976-saints-came-back-from-the-brink-of-third-round-elimination/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/road-to-wembley-1976-saints-came-back-from-the-brink-of-third-round-elimination/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I'm being honest' - Former Saints striker details why he doubts play-off credentials]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former striker Kevin Phillips does not believe Southampton will qualify for the Championship play-offs this season, questioning the club's consistency.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/im-being-honest-former-saints-striker-details-why-he-doubts-play-off-credentials/</link><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 04:30:00 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about sporting directors becoming all-powerful at football clubs in England.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/carraghers-criticism-of-sporting-director-approach-a-little-close-to-home-for-saints/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2026 14:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/carraghers-criticism-of-sporting-director-approach-a-little-close-to-home-for-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints announce new international academy partnership in Los Angeles]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC announced a new international academy partnership with Switched On Education UK, which has expanded to Los Angeles, California.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-announce-new-international-academy-partnership-in-los-angeles/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2026 12:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-announce-new-international-academy-partnership-in-los-angeles/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Larios misses Leonesa match as Saints reportedly receive permanent transfer bid]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton defender Juan Larios is reportedly set for a permanent transfer after he was left out of the squad for loan side Cultural Leonesa this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/larios-misses-leonesa-match-as-saints-reportedly-receive-permanent-transfer-bid/</link><pubDate>Thu, 15 Jan 2026 12:17:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/larios-misses-leonesa-match-as-saints-reportedly-receive-permanent-transfer-bid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[First four legends announced for Man United game - and there are some big names]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC heroes Rickie Lambert and Jose Fonte will lock horns with Manchester United favourites Dimitar Berbatov and Louis Saha at St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/first-four-legends-announced-for-man-united-game-and-there-are-some-big-names/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 12:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/first-four-legends-announced-for-man-united-game-and-there-are-some-big-names/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Saints-Hull fixture is a reminder of a dark time 20 years ago]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two decades ago, Saints were tied down by an identity crisis - not massively dissimilar to the modern-day side&rsquo;s search for consistency,]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/why-saints-hull-fixture-is-a-reminder-of-a-dark-time-20-years-ago/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/why-saints-hull-fixture-is-a-reminder-of-a-dark-time-20-years-ago/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why defending crosses is threatening to kill Southampton's promotion chances]]></title><description><![CDATA[If Southampton FC are to improve their chances of earning a spot in the Championship play-offs, they need to improve in their weakest area.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/why-defending-crosses-is-threatening-to-kill-southamptons-promotion-chances/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/why-defending-crosses-is-threatening-to-kill-southamptons-promotion-chances/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hull to be without up to nine first team players for trip to Saints due to injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hull City are expected to be without at least nine first-team players through injury and availability when they visit Southampton this weekend.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/hull-to-be-without-up-to-nine-first-team-players-for-trip-to-saints-due-to-injury/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/hull-to-be-without-up-to-nine-first-team-players-for-trip-to-saints-due-to-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Better feeling' - Schneiderlin recalls rejecting Portsmouth to join Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Morgan Schneiderlin recalled making the right decision to reject Portsmouth and join Southampton FC, despite short-term pain at St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/better-feeling-schneiderlin-recalls-rejecting-portsmouth-to-join-saints/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/better-feeling-schneiderlin-recalls-rejecting-portsmouth-to-join-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints fans can save 50% on annual subscription for unrivalled Saints coverage]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC fans who want to subscribe to the Daily Echo can enjoy an exclusive offer of &pound;3 for 3 months or save 50 per cent off an annual subscription during our limited-time promotion.&nbsp;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-fans-can-save-50-on-annual-subscription-for-unrivalled-saints-coverage/</link><pubDate>Wed, 14 Jan 2026 02:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-fans-can-save-50-on-annual-subscription-for-unrivalled-saints-coverage/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints reportedly return with new offer for forward linked in summer window]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC have reportedly made an approach for RC Lens forward Morgan Guilavogui, but are said to be unwilling to meet his asking price.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-reportedly-return-with-new-offer-for-forward-linked-in-summer-window/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2026 18:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-reportedly-return-with-new-offer-for-forward-linked-in-summer-window/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Can strange Romeu situation be resolved to become a success for Saints?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert has been honest regarding Oriol Romeu's absence from the squad, attributing it chiefly to pitch dimensions.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/can-strange-romeu-situation-be-resolved-to-become-a-success-for-saints/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2026 13:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/can-strange-romeu-situation-be-resolved-to-become-a-success-for-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints confirm Bazunu loan to Championship outfit until end of season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu has completed a loan move to Championship rivals Stoke City for the rest of the season, with a buy option.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-confirm-bazunu-loan-to-championship-outfit-until-end-of-season/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-confirm-bazunu-loan-to-championship-outfit-until-end-of-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Best wishes' - Edwards sends farewell message to Saints after QPR switch]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ronnie Edwards has wished Saints good luck for the rest of the season after completing a permanent transfer to QPR.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/best-wishes-edwards-sends-farewell-message-to-saints-after-qpr-switch/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2026 09:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/best-wishes-edwards-sends-farewell-message-to-saints-after-qpr-switch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Four forwards Saints should seriously consider signing in winter window]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's 2026, and conversations about what Southampton FC need to do in the transfer market are still centred around signing a striker.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/four-forwards-saints-should-seriously-consider-signing-in-winter-window/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/four-forwards-saints-should-seriously-consider-signing-in-winter-window/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Excellent game' - Eckert pleased with 'promising' start from Peretz at Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tonda Eckert feels new goalkeeper Daniel Peretz made a promising start to his Southampton FC spell following his debut against Doncaster Rovers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/excellent-game-eckert-pleased-with-promising-start-from-peretz-at-saints/</link><pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/excellent-game-eckert-pleased-with-promising-start-from-peretz-at-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bednarek voted Liga Portugal's best defender for fourth consecutive month]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Southampton defender Jan Bednarek has been voted as Liga Portugal's best defender for the fourth consecutive month by the coaches.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/bednarek-voted-liga-portugals-best-defender-for-fourth-consecutive-month/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 21:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/bednarek-voted-liga-portugals-best-defender-for-fourth-consecutive-month/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints drawn to face Championship rivals at home in FA Cup fourth round]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC have been drawn to face Leicester City at St Mary's in the fourth round of the FA Cup over the weekend of Saturday, February 14.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-drawn-to-face-championship-rivals-at-home-in-fa-cup-fourth-round/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 19:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-drawn-to-face-championship-rivals-at-home-in-fa-cup-fourth-round/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[EFL confirm unusual season start date for 2026/27 Championship and Carabao Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[The EFL confirmed that the start date for the 2026/27 Championship will fall over the weekend of Saturday, August 15, with Carabao Cup a week earlier.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/efl-confirm-unusual-season-start-date-for-202627-championship-and-carabao-cup/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 18:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/efl-confirm-unusual-season-start-date-for-202627-championship-and-carabao-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Will Saints regret summer decision to sell homegrown prolific striker?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Southampton academy star Dom Ballard is loving life at Leyton Orient, sitting joint-top of the goalscoring charts in League One this season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/will-saints-regret-summer-decision-to-sell-homegrown-prolific-striker/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 12:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/will-saints-regret-summer-decision-to-sell-homegrown-prolific-striker/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints Women 'buzzing' after starting 2026 with convincing win over Portsmouth]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jess Simpson expressed that Southampton FC Women are "buzzing" after starting 2026 with a thumping 4-0 win over rivals Portsmouth.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-women-buzzing-after-starting-2026-with-convincing-win-over-portsmouth/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 12:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-women-buzzing-after-starting-2026-with-convincing-win-over-portsmouth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[There is only one way selling Edwards to Championship rivals makes sense for Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[There is only one way that Southampton selling former England youth international Ronnie Edwards to Championship rivals in QPR makes sense.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/there-is-only-one-way-selling-edwards-to-championship-rivals-makes-sense-for-saints/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 12:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/there-is-only-one-way-selling-edwards-to-championship-rivals-makes-sense-for-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['More mentally' - Peretz insists Saints must improve second half performances]]></title><description><![CDATA[Daniel Peretz insisted Southampton FC must improve their mentality in the second half after nearly blowing a three-goal lead at Doncaster Rovers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/more-mentally-peretz-insists-saints-must-improve-second-half-performances/</link><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/more-mentally-peretz-insists-saints-must-improve-second-half-performances/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bazunu reportedly nearing move to Championship rivals on loan with buy option]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC's Gavin Bazunu is reportedly in advanced talks to join Championship rivals Stoke City on loan with an option to buy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/bazunu-reportedly-nearing-move-to-championship-rivals-on-loan-with-buy-option/</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2026 17:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/bazunu-reportedly-nearing-move-to-championship-rivals-on-loan-with-buy-option/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What we learned from FA Cup win over Doncaster: First Saints goal, debut &amp; back-four]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC progressed past Doncaster Rovers in the FA Cup third round, yet their confidence took a further knock in a nervy second-half display.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/what-we-learned-from-fa-cup-win-over-doncaster-first-saints-goal-debut-amp-back-four/</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2026 13:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/what-we-learned-from-fa-cup-win-over-doncaster-first-saints-goal-debut-amp-back-four/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Make my mark' - Edwards explains motivating factor behind permanent Saints exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ronnie Edwards explained his decision to leave Southampton FC permanently was motivated by a desire to play regular football.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/make-my-mark-edwards-explains-motivating-factor-behind-permanent-saints-exit/</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/make-my-mark-edwards-explains-motivating-factor-behind-permanent-saints-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Boss hails 'perfection' as Saints thrash Pompey on record night]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC Women boss Simon Parker hailed his side who executed their roles &ldquo;to perfection&rdquo; as they thrashed local rivals Portsmouth 4-0 in front of a record St Mary&rsquo;s crowd.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/boss-hails-perfection-as-saints-thrash-pompey-on-record-night/</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2026 11:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/boss-hails-perfection-as-saints-thrash-pompey-on-record-night/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints secure 4-0 win over rivals Portsmouth to keep Derby Day run going]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC Women retained South Coast bragging rights with a 4-0 win over rivals Portsmouth to extend their unbeaten Derby Day record to 10 games.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-secure-4-0-win-over-rivals-portsmouth-to-keep-derby-day-run-going/</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2026 11:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-secure-4-0-win-over-rivals-portsmouth-to-keep-derby-day-run-going/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['We make a decision' - Eckert explains Romeu's surprise absence from FA Cup squad]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert said Oriol Romeu is not fit enough to play on full-size pitches, as he explained his lengthy Saints squad absence.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/we-make-a-decision-eckert-explains-romeus-surprise-absence-from-fa-cup-squad/</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/we-make-a-decision-eckert-explains-romeus-surprise-absence-from-fa-cup-squad/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Player ratings as Saints biggest issue laid bare again in narrow win over Doncaster]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC very nearly threw away progression to the fourth round of the FA Cup during another dismal second-half display.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/player-ratings-as-saints-biggest-issue-laid-bare-again-in-narrow-win-over-doncaster/</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/player-ratings-as-saints-biggest-issue-laid-bare-again-in-narrow-win-over-doncaster/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FA Cup fourth round draw details and ball numbers as Saints set to learn opponent]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC are set to learn their FA Cup fourth round opponents on Monday evening, after scraping past Doncaster Rovers on Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fa-cup-fourth-round-draw-details-and-ball-numbers-as-saints-set-to-learn-opponent/</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fa-cup-fourth-round-draw-details-and-ball-numbers-as-saints-set-to-learn-opponent/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every word Eckert said on second-half collapse, Romeu and transfers after Doncaster]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every word Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert said after his Saints side's narrow 3-2 win at Doncaster Rovers, in the FA Cup third round.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-second-half-collapse-romeu-and-transfers-after-doncaster/</link><pubDate>Sun, 11 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-second-half-collapse-romeu-and-transfers-after-doncaster/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert hoping Bragg remembers first Saints goal after 'nasty contact']]></title><description><![CDATA[Tonda Eckert hopes Cam Bragg will remember his first Saints goal after suffering a knock to his head during their 3-2 win at Doncaster Rovers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-hoping-bragg-remembers-first-saints-goal-after-nasty-contact/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2026 19:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-hoping-bragg-remembers-first-saints-goal-after-nasty-contact/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert insists Doncaster half-time team talk was on starting second period strongly]]></title><description><![CDATA[Head coach Tonda Eckert insisted Southampton FC must improve after emphasising the importance of starting the second half at Doncaster strongly.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-insists-doncaster-half-time-team-talk-was-on-starting-second-period-strongly/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2026 19:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-insists-doncaster-half-time-team-talk-was-on-starting-second-period-strongly/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints survive second-half collapse to scrape past Doncaster in FA Cup third round]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC survived a second-half fightback to scrape through the FA Cup third round with a 3-2 win at League One strugglers Doncaster Rovers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-survive-second-half-collapse-to-scrape-past-doncaster-in-fa-cup-third-round/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2026 17:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-survive-second-half-collapse-to-scrape-past-doncaster-in-fa-cup-third-round/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FA Cup - Saints beat Doncaster - As it happened]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live FA Cup updates as Championship side Southampton FC face League One strugglers Doncaster Rovers in the third round.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fa-cup-saints-beat-doncaster-as-it-happened/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2026 13:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fa-cup-saints-beat-doncaster-as-it-happened/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FA Cup - Live updates as Saints take early lead in third round at Doncaster]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live FA Cup updates as Championship side Southampton FC face League One strugglers Doncaster Rovers in the third round.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fa-cup-live-updates-as-saints-take-early-lead-in-third-round-at-doncaster/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2026 13:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fa-cup-live-updates-as-saints-take-early-lead-in-third-round-at-doncaster/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FA Cup - Live updates as Saints scrape past Doncaster in third round]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live FA Cup updates as Championship side Southampton FC face League One strugglers Doncaster Rovers in the third round.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fa-cup-live-updates-as-saints-scrape-past-doncaster-in-third-round/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2026 13:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fa-cup-live-updates-as-saints-scrape-past-doncaster-in-third-round/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FA Cup - Live updates as Saints on brink of collapse at Doncaster]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live FA Cup updates as Championship side Southampton FC face League One strugglers Doncaster Rovers in the third round.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fa-cup-live-updates-as-saints-on-brink-of-collapse-at-doncaster/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2026 13:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fa-cup-live-updates-as-saints-on-brink-of-collapse-at-doncaster/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FA Cup - Live updates as Peretz makes Saints debut at Doncaster]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live FA Cup updates as Championship side Southampton FC face League One strugglers Doncaster Rovers in the third round.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fa-cup-live-updates-as-peretz-makes-saints-debut-at-doncaster/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2026 13:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fa-cup-live-updates-as-peretz-makes-saints-debut-at-doncaster/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FA Cup - Live match updates as Saints face Doncaster in third round]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live FA Cup updates as Championship side Southampton FC face League One strugglers Doncaster Rovers in the third round.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fa-cup-live-match-updates-as-saints-face-doncaster-in-third-round/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2026 13:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fa-cup-live-match-updates-as-saints-face-doncaster-in-third-round/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints predicted team as Eckert names debutant and first start at Doncaster]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton head to Doncaster Rovers in the FA Cup third round refreshed, after a week without a match following the gruelling festive league schedule.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-predicted-team-as-eckert-names-debutant-and-first-start-at-doncaster/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-predicted-team-as-eckert-names-debutant-and-first-start-at-doncaster/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Looking good' - Saints set for boost as Denmark international to return to training]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC defender Mads Roerslev is set to return to full training on Monday, having been sidelined since November with Achilles tendonitis.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/looking-good-saints-set-for-boost-as-denmark-international-to-return-to-training/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/looking-good-saints-set-for-boost-as-denmark-international-to-return-to-training/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Benali: 'It has been a sad week of football with news of Chivers, Yorath and Keegan']]></title><description><![CDATA[It has been a sad week for football. The news of Martin Chivers&rsquo; passing, the loss of Terry Yorath, and the cancer diagnosis of Kevin Keegan hit hard.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/benali-it-has-been-a-sad-week-of-football-with-news-of-chivers-yorath-and-keegan/</link><pubDate>Sat, 10 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/benali-it-has-been-a-sad-week-of-football-with-news-of-chivers-yorath-and-keegan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints confirm permanent departure of defender after just 18 months at club]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ronnie Edwards has completed a permanent transfer to Championship rivals QPR, in a deal that will pocket Southampton FC at least &pound;4.5million.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-confirm-permanent-departure-of-defender-after-just-18-months-at-club/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 22:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-confirm-permanent-departure-of-defender-after-just-18-months-at-club/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Happy to be here' - Saints seal loan signing from league rivals Birmingham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC Women have announced the signing of Tegan McGowan on loan from Birmingham City until the end of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/happy-to-be-here-saints-seal-loan-signing-from-league-rivals-birmingham/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 18:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/happy-to-be-here-saints-seal-loan-signing-from-league-rivals-birmingham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['We'll see' - Eckert confirms Long decision but refuses to rule out Bazunu exit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Head coach Tonda Eckert confirmed that on-loan goalkeeper George Long will remain at Southampton, but refused to rule out an exit for Gavin Bazunu.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/well-see-eckert-confirms-long-decision-but-refuses-to-rule-out-bazunu-exit/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 16:01:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/well-see-eckert-confirms-long-decision-but-refuses-to-rule-out-bazunu-exit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Doncaster manager 'hoping and praying' Saints match is not postponed due to weather]]></title><description><![CDATA[Doncaster Rovers manager Grant McCann insists he is "hoping and praying" the FA Cup third round clash with Southampton FC will be played this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/doncaster-manager-hoping-and-praying-saints-match-is-not-postponed-due-to-weather/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 13:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/doncaster-manager-hoping-and-praying-saints-match-is-not-postponed-due-to-weather/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints striker named in provisional Jamaica squad for first time]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC striker Cameron Archer has reportedly been included in Jamaica's 52-man provisional squad ahead of World Cup play-offs this year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-striker-named-in-provisional-jamaica-squad-for-first-time/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 13:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-striker-named-in-provisional-jamaica-squad-for-first-time/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['He was exceptional' - Saints legend Channon pays tribute to 'gentle giant' Chivers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC legend Mick Channon has paid a touching tribute to former teammate Martin Chivers, who passed away this week at the age of 80.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/he-was-exceptional-saints-legend-channon-pays-tribute-to-gentle-giant-chivers/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 12:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/he-was-exceptional-saints-legend-channon-pays-tribute-to-gentle-giant-chivers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship club set to receive major windfall from Semenyo's Man City transfer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Championship rivals Bristol City are set to receive a major windfall after Man City completed the signing of Antoine Semenyo from AFC Bournemouth.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-club-set-to-receive-major-windfall-from-semenyos-man-city-transfer/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 11:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-club-set-to-receive-major-windfall-from-semenyos-man-city-transfer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints to wear limited-edition 1976 commemorative shirt in FA Cup matches this season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Six of Southampton's FA Cup-winning legends came together for a rare reunion, joined by current players, to promote a new limited-edition shirt.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-to-wear-limited-edition-1976-commemorative-shirt-in-fa-cup-matches-this-season/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 10:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-to-wear-limited-edition-1976-commemorative-shirt-in-fa-cup-matches-this-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints to wear limited-edition 1976 commemorative shirt in FA Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Six of Southampton's FA Cup-winning legends came together for a rare reunion, joined by current players, to promote a new limited-edition shirt.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-to-wear-limited-edition-1976-commemorative-shirt-in-fa-cup/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 10:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-to-wear-limited-edition-1976-commemorative-shirt-in-fa-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Peretz hails influence world-class goalkeeper 'role model' has had on him]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC signing Daniel Peretz has hailed the influence his idol Manuel Neuer has had on him during their time together at Bayern Munich.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/peretz-hails-influence-world-class-goalkeeper-role-model-has-had-on-him/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/peretz-hails-influence-world-class-goalkeeper-role-model-has-had-on-him/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert expects Downs to show his quality in Germany after Saints struggles]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tonda Eckert believes Damion Downs will show supporters what he is capable of while on loan at Hamburg following struggles at Southampton FC.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-expects-downs-to-show-his-quality-in-germany-after-saints-struggles/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-expects-downs-to-show-his-quality-in-germany-after-saints-struggles/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Echo to pay tribute to Saints 1976 FA Cup heroes in special Saturday supplement]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC won the FA Cup for the first and only time in their history in May 1976, immortalising a group of players and staff forever - relive it all.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/echo-to-pay-tribute-to-saints-1976-fa-cup-heroes-in-special-saturday-supplement/</link><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/echo-to-pay-tribute-to-saints-1976-fa-cup-heroes-in-special-saturday-supplement/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘Not necessarily’ - Eckert answers whether he thinks Saints need new striker]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC boss Tonda Eckert is not convinced Saints need to sign a new striker, but admitted the club are looking at their options.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/not-necessarily-eckert-answers-whether-he-thinks-saints-need-new-striker/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2026 23:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/not-necessarily-eckert-answers-whether-he-thinks-saints-need-new-striker/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Craving minutes' - Eckert shares reason Edwards hasn't played as QPR move looms]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC boss Tonda Eckert admitted Ronnie Edwards is "craving" more minutes as a permanent move to QPR looms.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/craving-minutes-eckert-shares-reason-edwards-hasnt-played-as-qpr-move-looms/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2026 23:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/craving-minutes-eckert-shares-reason-edwards-hasnt-played-as-qpr-move-looms/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert on Doncaster: 'They like to cross a lot. It will be a big challenge for us']]></title><description><![CDATA[Tonda Eckert warned Southampton FC need to be at their best when stopping crosses during their FA Cup tie against Doncaster Rovers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-on-doncaster-they-like-to-cross-a-lot-it-will-be-a-big-challenge-for-us/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2026 17:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-on-doncaster-they-like-to-cross-a-lot-it-will-be-a-big-challenge-for-us/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Big challenge for us' - Eckert warns Saints about Doncaster's biggest threat]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tonda Eckert warned Southampton FC need to be at their best when stopping crosses during their FA Cup tie against Doncaster Rovers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/big-challenge-for-us-eckert-warns-saints-about-doncasters-biggest-threat/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2026 17:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/big-challenge-for-us-eckert-warns-saints-about-doncasters-biggest-threat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every word Eckert said on Peretz arrival, Downs exit, formation debate and Doncaster]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every word Southampton FC boss Tonda Eckert said ahead of Southampton's FA Cup third round tie at League One strugglers Doncaster Rovers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-peretz-arrival-downs-exit-formation-debate-and-doncaster/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2026 17:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-peretz-arrival-downs-exit-formation-debate-and-doncaster/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints defender Edwards nears permanent exit to Championship rivals]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC defender Ronnie Edwards is nearing a permanent transfer to re-join Championship rivals QPR in January, the Daily Echo understands.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-defender-edwards-nears-permanent-exit-to-championship-rivals/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2026 16:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-defender-edwards-nears-permanent-exit-to-championship-rivals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Transfer rumours: Saints linked with Spurs youngster and Swiss youth international]]></title><description><![CDATA[With the winter transfer window in full swing, the rumour mill of who Southampton FC could sign this month has started to turn again.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/transfer-rumours-saints-linked-with-spurs-youngster-and-swiss-youth-international/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2026 13:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/transfer-rumours-saints-linked-with-spurs-youngster-and-swiss-youth-international/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Will Bayern Munich loanee Peretz solve Southampton's goalkeeper issues?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC hope that Bayern Munich goalkeeper Daniel Peretz can solve their problems between the sticks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/will-bayern-munich-loanee-peretz-solve-southamptons-goalkeeper-issues/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2026 11:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/will-bayern-munich-loanee-peretz-solve-southamptons-goalkeeper-issues/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Help the team' - Saints confirm loan signing of Bayern Munich's Peretz]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC have confirmed the signing of Bayern Munich goalkeeper Daniel Peretz on loan until the end of the 2025/26 Championship season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/help-the-team-saints-confirm-loan-signing-of-bayern-munichs-peretz/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2026 11:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/help-the-team-saints-confirm-loan-signing-of-bayern-munichs-peretz/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Skipper Stephens insists Saints have not relaxed after downturn in form]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jack Stephens insists Southampton FC&rsquo;s players have not "relaxed", causing their performance to drop, since head coach Tonda Eckert landed the role permanently.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/skipper-stephens-insists-saints-have-not-relaxed-after-downturn-in-form/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/skipper-stephens-insists-saints-have-not-relaxed-after-downturn-in-form/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints Women approaching new south coast derby ticket sales record]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC Women are approaching a new South Coast derby ticket sale record ahead of their clash with Portsmouth on Saturday, January 10.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-women-approaching-new-south-coast-derby-ticket-sales-record/</link><pubDate>Thu, 08 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-women-approaching-new-south-coast-derby-ticket-sales-record/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Saints and England icon Keegan diagnosed with cancer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former England international and Saints icon Kevin Keegan has been diagnosed with cancer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/former-saints-and-england-icon-keegan-diagnosed-with-cancer/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2026 20:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/former-saints-and-england-icon-keegan-diagnosed-with-cancer/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints defender departs in permanent move to League Two club]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC academy defender Zach Awe has joined League Two club Salford City on a permanent transfer for an undisclosed fee.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-defender-departs-in-permanent-move-to-league-two-club/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2026 20:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-defender-departs-in-permanent-move-to-league-two-club/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Saints and England forward Martin Chivers dies aged 80]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Southampton FC, Tottenham and England forward Martin Chivers has died aged 80.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/former-saints-and-england-forward-martin-chivers-dies-aged-80/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2026 18:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/former-saints-and-england-forward-martin-chivers-dies-aged-80/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hamburg confirm loan signing of Downs after six months at Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Hamburg have confirmed the loan signing of Southampton FC forward Damion Downs until the end of the season with an option to buy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/hamburg-confirm-loan-signing-of-downs-after-six-months-at-saints/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2026 13:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/hamburg-confirm-loan-signing-of-downs-after-six-months-at-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Supercomputer predicts Saints will still reach Championship play-offs]]></title><description><![CDATA[A 'supercomputer' has predicted that Saints will still reach the play-offs despite a six-game winless run leaving them eight points adrift.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/supercomputer-predicts-saints-will-still-reach-championship-play-offs/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/supercomputer-predicts-saints-will-still-reach-championship-play-offs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Stick together' - Armstrong on getting fans back onside and preventing mini-crisis]]></title><description><![CDATA[Adam Armstrong believes the only way Southampton FC can get supporters back onside is by improving their level of performance.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/stick-together-armstrong-on-getting-fans-back-onside-and-preventing-mini-crisis/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/stick-together-armstrong-on-getting-fans-back-onside-and-preventing-mini-crisis/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Analysing Southampton's next five games at defining point of season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Pressure is building on head coach Tonda Eckert heading into a patch of games that will define Southampton FC's lacklustre season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/analysing-southamptons-next-five-games-at-defining-point-of-season/</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/analysing-southamptons-next-five-games-at-defining-point-of-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship rivals reportedly in talks to appoint Saints director Goldie]]></title><description><![CDATA[Championship rivals Leicester City have reportedly made Southampton FC academy chief Andy Goldie one of the top contenders to become their technical director.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-rivals-reportedly-in-talks-to-appoint-saints-director-goldie/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2026 17:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-rivals-reportedly-in-talks-to-appoint-saints-director-goldie/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who is Ben Garner? Everything you need to know about new Saints assistant]]></title><description><![CDATA[Here's everything Southampton FC fans need to know about the club's new assistant boss, Ben Garner.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/who-is-ben-garner-everything-you-need-to-know-about-new-saints-assistant/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2026 16:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/who-is-ben-garner-everything-you-need-to-know-about-new-saints-assistant/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Didn't suit me' - Onuachu opens up on failed Saints spell after rediscovering form]]></title><description><![CDATA[Paul Onuachu views his failed spell at Southampton FC as an important lesson and confessed the club's style of play was never suited to his game.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/didnt-suit-me-onuachu-opens-up-on-failed-saints-spell-after-rediscovering-form/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2026 13:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/didnt-suit-me-onuachu-opens-up-on-failed-saints-spell-after-rediscovering-form/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints' Championship rivals sack manager after two wins from last eight games]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Brom have sacked boss Ryan Mason after a run of two wins from eight Championship games.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-championship-rivals-sack-manager-after-two-wins-from-last-eight-games/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2026 11:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-championship-rivals-sack-manager-after-two-wins-from-last-eight-games/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship side sack manager after two wins from last eight games]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Brom have sacked boss Ryan Mason after a run of two wins from eight Championship games.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-side-sack-manager-after-two-wins-from-last-eight-games/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2026 11:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-side-sack-manager-after-two-wins-from-last-eight-games/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Downs reportedly set to join Bundesliga club on loan with option to buy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC forward Damion Downs is set to join Hamburg on loan with an option to buy, according to recent reports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/downs-reportedly-set-to-join-bundesliga-club-on-loan-with-option-to-buy/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2026 09:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/downs-reportedly-set-to-join-bundesliga-club-on-loan-with-option-to-buy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Downs close to joining Bundesliga club on loan with option to buy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC forward Damion Downs is set to join Hamburg on loan with an option to buy, according to recent reports.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/downs-close-to-joining-bundesliga-club-on-loan-with-option-to-buy/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2026 09:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/downs-close-to-joining-bundesliga-club-on-loan-with-option-to-buy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[LETTER: 'Angry' supporter details 'five steps' to take to start fixing Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[My new year tidings of &ldquo;you should be angry&rdquo; will not offer much comfort or solace to Saints fans, nor indeed do they feel in keeping with the well-intentioned positivity this period is traditionally associated with.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/letter-angry-supporter-details-five-steps-to-take-to-start-fixing-saints/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/letter-angry-supporter-details-five-steps-to-take-to-start-fixing-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert's right, it's not all about the system - but is it finally time for change?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert insists his side&rsquo;s performances have not been poor due to the system, but even he must be tempted to change.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckerts-right-its-not-all-about-the-system-but-is-it-finally-time-for-change/</link><pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckerts-right-its-not-all-about-the-system-but-is-it-finally-time-for-change/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints striker returns to club following early conclusion of loan deal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton academy striker Princewill Ehibhatiomhan has returned to Saints following the early conclusion of his loan spell at Swindon Town.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-striker-returns-to-club-following-early-conclusion-of-loan-deal/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2026 18:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-striker-returns-to-club-following-early-conclusion-of-loan-deal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Benali on Tour fundraiser set to return for 2026 with biggest challenge to date]]></title><description><![CDATA[Benali on Tour is set to return in 2026, as former Southampton defender Franny Benali leads supporters across 10 iconic Lake District summits.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/benali-on-tour-fundraiser-set-to-return-for-2026-with-biggest-challenge-to-date/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2026 16:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/benali-on-tour-fundraiser-set-to-return-for-2026-with-biggest-challenge-to-date/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Have to react' - Armstrong slams 'sloppy' defending and missed chances at Boro]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC forward Adam Armstrong slammed missed chances and sloppy defending in the embarrassing 4-0 Saints defeat at Middlesbrough.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/have-to-react-armstrong-slams-sloppy-defending-and-missed-chances-at-boro/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2026 15:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/have-to-react-armstrong-slams-sloppy-defending-and-missed-chances-at-boro/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints mark four year anniversary of Sport Republic in only way they know how]]></title><description><![CDATA[January 4 is beginning to become a bit of a bogey day for Southampton FC, as the fourth anniversary of Sport Republic's arrival went without celebration.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-mark-four-year-anniversary-of-sport-republic-in-only-way-they-know-how/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2026 13:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-mark-four-year-anniversary-of-sport-republic-in-only-way-they-know-how/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints player ratings as only one player escapes Middlesbrough with any credit]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC set an early low standard for 2026 as they were thumped 4-0 at promotion hopefuls Middlesbrough on Sunday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-player-ratings-as-only-one-player-escapes-middlesbrough-with-any-credit/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-player-ratings-as-only-one-player-escapes-middlesbrough-with-any-credit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every word Saints boss Eckert said on Boro humiliation, resilience and new staff]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every word Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert said after his side's embarrassing 4-0 defeat at Championship hopefuls Middlesbrough.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-saints-boss-eckert-said-on-boro-humiliation-resilience-and-new-staff/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-saints-boss-eckert-said-on-boro-humiliation-resilience-and-new-staff/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Definitely an option' - Eckert boosted by Saints forward's return from injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC's Tonda Eckert expects Ross Stewart will be an option for him up front in the coming games after the forward's latest return from injury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/definitely-an-option-eckert-boosted-by-saints-forwards-return-from-injury/</link><pubDate>Mon, 05 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/definitely-an-option-eckert-boosted-by-saints-forwards-return-from-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert on players not going to fans at Boro: 'We need to represent this club better']]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC boss Tonda Eckert believes his players should represent the club in a better way after being asked about their response to a 4-0 defeat.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-on-players-not-going-to-fans-at-boro-we-need-to-represent-this-club-better/</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2026 19:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-on-players-not-going-to-fans-at-boro-we-need-to-represent-this-club-better/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert insists Saints were 'clearly on top' until collapse at Middlesbrough]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert insisted "we saw two games" at Boro, and that his side "were clearly on top" for 55 minutes of the 4-0 loss.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-insists-saints-were-clearly-on-top-until-collapse-at-middlesbrough/</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2026 19:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-insists-saints-were-clearly-on-top-until-collapse-at-middlesbrough/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Middlesbrough put shameful Saints to the sword with four goals in second half]]></title><description><![CDATA[Middlesbrough had not scored in four games before facing Tonda Eckert's hapless Saints, whom they demolished 4-0 at Riverside Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/middlesbrough-put-shameful-saints-to-the-sword-with-four-goals-in-second-half/</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2026 17:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/middlesbrough-put-shameful-saints-to-the-sword-with-four-goals-in-second-half/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints appoint former Bristol Rovers and Swindon manager as assistant coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC have appointed former Bristol Rovers, Swindon Town and Charlton Athletic manager Ben Garner as Tonda Eckert's assistant coach.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-appoint-former-bristol-rovers-and-swindon-manager-as-assistant-coach/</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2026 14:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-appoint-former-bristol-rovers-and-swindon-manager-as-assistant-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Saints thrashed by Boro - As it happened]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates from the Riverside Stadium as Southampton FC face Middlesbrough.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-saints-thrashed-by-boro-as-it-happened/</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2026 13:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-saints-thrashed-by-boro-as-it-happened/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Stewart returns for Saints at Middlesborough]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates from the Riverside Stadium as Southampton FC face Middlesbrough.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-stewart-returns-for-saints-at-middlesborough/</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2026 13:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-stewart-returns-for-saints-at-middlesborough/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as sorry Saints three goals down at Middlesbrough]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates from the Riverside Stadium as Southampton FC face Middlesbrough.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-sorry-saints-three-goals-down-at-middlesbrough/</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2026 13:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-sorry-saints-three-goals-down-at-middlesbrough/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as sorry Saints four goals down at Middlesbrough]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates from the Riverside Stadium as Southampton FC face Middlesbrough.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-sorry-saints-four-goals-down-at-middlesbrough/</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2026 13:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-sorry-saints-four-goals-down-at-middlesbrough/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints face goal-shy Boro at Riverside]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates from the Riverside Stadium as Southampton FC face Middlesbrough.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-face-goal-shy-boro-at-riverside/</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2026 13:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-face-goal-shy-boro-at-riverside/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live Saints updates waste three big chances at Middlesbrough]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates from the Riverside Stadium as Southampton FC face Middlesbrough.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-saints-updates-waste-three-big-chances-at-middlesbrough/</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2026 13:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-saints-updates-waste-three-big-chances-at-middlesbrough/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live Saints updates as Azaz spurns gifted chance at Boro]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates from the Riverside Stadium as Southampton FC face Middlesbrough.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-saints-updates-as-azaz-spurns-gifted-chance-at-boro/</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2026 13:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-saints-updates-as-azaz-spurns-gifted-chance-at-boro/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Portsmouth become second Championship club to postpone game due to frozen pitch]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two Championship clubs have postponed today's matches due to the weather, with Portsmouth and Sheffield United reporting frozen pitches.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/portsmouth-become-second-championship-club-to-postpone-game-due-to-frozen-pitch/</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2026 12:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/portsmouth-become-second-championship-club-to-postpone-game-due-to-frozen-pitch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints predicted team to face Middlesbrough on ice cold day in the North]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC will have to brave the elements as well as one of the Championship's best to end their five-game winless run at Middlesbrough.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-predicted-team-to-face-middlesbrough-on-ice-cold-day-in-the-north/</link><pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-predicted-team-to-face-middlesbrough-on-ice-cold-day-in-the-north/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints handed potential fitness boost as returning striker travels to Middlesbrough]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert may have been handed a fitness boost as Ross Stewart was filmed with the squad travelling to Middlesbrough.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-handed-potential-fitness-boost-as-returning-striker-travels-to-middlesbrough/</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2026 22:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-handed-potential-fitness-boost-as-returning-striker-travels-to-middlesbrough/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Another Bundesliga team reportedly express interest in signing Downs from Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Weder Bremen are the latest Bundesliga club to reportedly express their interest in signing Southampton FC forward Damion Downs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/another-bundesliga-team-reportedly-express-interest-in-signing-downs-from-saints/</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2026 11:57:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/another-bundesliga-team-reportedly-express-interest-in-signing-downs-from-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Another Bundesliga team reportedly exploring deal to sign Downs from Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Weder Bremen are the latest Bundesliga club to reportedly express their interest in signing Southampton FC forward Damion Downs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/another-bundesliga-team-reportedly-exploring-deal-to-sign-downs-from-saints/</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2026 11:57:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/another-bundesliga-team-reportedly-exploring-deal-to-sign-downs-from-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Why Middlesbrough vs Saints is not on TV - despite being played on Sunday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton head to potential promotion rivals Middlesbrough on Sunday, and you might expect to be able to watch the fixture live from home on TV.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/why-middlesbrough-vs-saints-is-not-on-tv-despite-being-played-on-sunday/</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/why-middlesbrough-vs-saints-is-not-on-tv-despite-being-played-on-sunday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert expecting 'excellent performance' from Azaz on return to his former club]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert expects an "excellent performance" from frontman Finn Azaz on his return to former club Middlesbrough FC.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-expecting-excellent-performance-from-azaz-on-return-to-his-former-club/</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-expecting-excellent-performance-from-azaz-on-return-to-his-former-club/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Benali: 'The first game of 2026 was not where Southampton Football Club needs to be']]></title><description><![CDATA[Benali: First of all, I want to wish every Southampton FC fan a Happy New Year. I hope 2026 is a healthy and prosperous one for you and your families.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/benali-the-first-game-of-2026-was-not-where-southampton-football-club-needs-to-be/</link><pubDate>Sat, 03 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/benali-the-first-game-of-2026-was-not-where-southampton-football-club-needs-to-be/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I really like it here' - Jelert on Saints spell and false transfer gossip in Turkey]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lona defender Elias Jelert is excited to finally show Southampton FC fans what he is about after frustration due to injuries and bizarre transfer rumours.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/i-really-like-it-here-jelert-on-saints-spell-and-false-transfer-gossip-in-turkey/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2026 18:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/i-really-like-it-here-jelert-on-saints-spell-and-false-transfer-gossip-in-turkey/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints academy coach who left last summer set to manage Chelsea against Man City]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Southampton academy coach Calum McFarlane, who left the under-21s in 2025, is set to manage Chelsea's first team against Manchester City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-academy-coach-who-left-last-summer-set-to-manage-chelsea-against-man-city/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2026 14:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-academy-coach-who-left-last-summer-set-to-manage-chelsea-against-man-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Saints goalkeeper signs surprise short-term deal at neighbours AFC Bournemouth]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Southampton goalkeeper Fraser Forster has signed a short-term deal with AFC Bournemouth and will go straight onto their bench against Arsenal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/former-saints-goalkeeper-signs-surprise-short-term-deal-at-neighbours-afc-bournemouth/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2026 14:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/former-saints-goalkeeper-signs-surprise-short-term-deal-at-neighbours-afc-bournemouth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints defender returns early from loan spell at National League Eastleigh]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC defender Sonnie Davis has returned early from his loan spell at National League neighbours Eastleigh, the clubs have confirmed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-defender-returns-early-from-loan-spell-at-national-league-eastleigh/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2026 14:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-defender-returns-early-from-loan-spell-at-national-league-eastleigh/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Changes not sticking, Bragg delivers, Eckert criticism: Talking points after Millwall]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC were looking to kickstart their promotion push in the first match of 2026, but were unable to do better than a 0-0 draw against Millwall.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/changes-not-sticking-bragg-delivers-eckert-criticism-talking-points-after-millwall/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2026 12:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/changes-not-sticking-bragg-delivers-eckert-criticism-talking-points-after-millwall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['We talk every day' - Eckert details reason he subbed Scienza against Millwall]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tonda Eckert insisted Southampton FC must protect a fatigued Leo Scienza after subbing his star man at half-time against Millwall.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/we-talk-every-day-eckert-details-reason-he-subbed-scienza-against-millwall/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/we-talk-every-day-eckert-details-reason-he-subbed-scienza-against-millwall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Player ratings as Saints fail to inspire against Millwall in first match of 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC started the new year on a drab foot as they laboured to a 0-0 draw against Millwall at St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/player-ratings-as-saints-fail-to-inspire-against-millwall-in-first-match-of-2026/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/player-ratings-as-saints-fail-to-inspire-against-millwall-in-first-match-of-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every word Eckert said on Millwall tactics, Scienza substitution and Romeu absence]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every word Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert said after his side's 0-0 draw with likely Championship promotion rivals Millwall on New Year's Day.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-millwall-tactics-scienza-substitution-and-romeu-absence/</link><pubDate>Fri, 02 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-millwall-tactics-scienza-substitution-and-romeu-absence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints defender has loan move cut short after just eight appearances]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC defender Joachim Kayi Sanda's loan deal at Red Star Paris has been cut short, the French club have confirmed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-defender-has-loan-move-cut-short-after-just-eight-appearances/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2026 21:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-defender-has-loan-move-cut-short-after-just-eight-appearances/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert: 'I don't agree it was a rubbish game of football, but we need to be ruthless']]></title><description><![CDATA[Tonda Eckert disagreed that Southampton FC's 0-0 draw against Millwall was a "rubbish game" as he urged his players to be more ruthless.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-i-dont-agree-it-was-a-rubbish-game-of-football-but-we-need-to-be-ruthless/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2026 19:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-i-dont-agree-it-was-a-rubbish-game-of-football-but-we-need-to-be-ruthless/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I trust the recruitment department' - Eckert quizzed on potential Peretz signing]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert dodged three questions about the imminent signing of Bayern Munich goalkeeper Daniel Peretz on loan.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/i-trust-the-recruitment-department-eckert-quizzed-on-potential-peretz-signing/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2026 19:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/i-trust-the-recruitment-department-eckert-quizzed-on-potential-peretz-signing/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[All our pictures from Southampton FC vs Millwall]]></title><description><![CDATA[Saints faced Millwall in their first match of 2026, resulting in a 0-0 draw]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/all-our-pictures-from-southampton-fc-vs-millwall/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2026 18:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/all-our-pictures-from-southampton-fc-vs-millwall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bazunu produces world-class save as Saints labour to Millwall draw]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC did not so much as turn a new corner in the first match of 2026, labouring to an uninspiring 0-0 draw with promotion rivals Millwall.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/bazunu-produces-world-class-save-as-saints-labour-to-millwall-draw/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2026 17:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/bazunu-produces-world-class-save-as-saints-labour-to-millwall-draw/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police out for Saints game with dispersal order in place]]></title><description><![CDATA[Police are out patrolling at St Mary's Stadium as Saints host Millwall today amid a dispersal order being put in place.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/police-out-for-saints-game-with-dispersal-order-in-place/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2026 15:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/police-out-for-saints-game-with-dispersal-order-in-place/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bayern goalkeeper set to sign for Saints on loan for rest of season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bayern Munich and Israel goalkeeper Daniel Peretz is reportedly signing for Southampton on loan 'with immediate effect' in the January transfer window.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/bayern-goalkeeper-set-to-sign-for-saints-on-loan-for-rest-of-season/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2026 15:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/bayern-goalkeeper-set-to-sign-for-saints-on-loan-for-rest-of-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Saints draw with Millwall - As it happened]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates from St Mary's, where Southampton FC start 2026 against Millwall.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-saints-draw-with-millwall-as-it-happened/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2026 14:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-saints-draw-with-millwall-as-it-happened/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints start 2026 against Millwall at St Mary's]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates from St Mary's, where Southampton FC start 2026 against Millwall.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-start-2026-against-millwall-at-st-marys/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2026 14:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-start-2026-against-millwall-at-st-marys/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints spurn two late chances vs Millwall]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates from St Mary's, where Southampton FC start 2026 against Millwall.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-spurn-two-late-chances-vs-millwall/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2026 14:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-spurn-two-late-chances-vs-millwall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints make five changes to face Millwall]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates from St Mary's, where Southampton FC start 2026 against Millwall.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-make-five-changes-to-face-millwall/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2026 14:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-make-five-changes-to-face-millwall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints edge early exchanges vs Millwall]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates from St Mary's, where Southampton FC start 2026 against Millwall.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-edge-early-exchanges-vs-millwall/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2026 14:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-edge-early-exchanges-vs-millwall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live Saints updates as Scienza subbed at break against Millwall]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates from St Mary's, where Southampton FC start 2026 against Millwall.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-saints-updates-as-scienza-subbed-at-break-against-millwall/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2026 14:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-saints-updates-as-scienza-subbed-at-break-against-millwall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The 1989 Saints-Millwall defeat is an old warning to fans]]></title><description><![CDATA[On the first day of the season manager Chris Nicholl saw his team defeated by the old faults experienced the previous season]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/the-1989-saints-millwall-defeat-is-an-old-warning-to-fans/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/the-1989-saints-millwall-defeat-is-an-old-warning-to-fans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Predicted team as Saints have big calls to make in first team of 2026 vs Millwall]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tonda Eckert has big calls to make for Southampton FC when he names his first starting lineup of 2026 against Millwall.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/predicted-team-as-saints-have-big-calls-to-make-in-first-team-of-2026-vs-millwall/</link><pubDate>Thu, 01 Jan 2026 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/predicted-team-as-saints-have-big-calls-to-make-in-first-team-of-2026-vs-millwall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Very good squad' - Eckert outlines Saints transfer intentions on eve of window]]></title><description><![CDATA[Head coach Tonda Eckert reaffirmed that Southampton FC are set for a quiet winter window but admitted they will act if a transfer option is deemed "spot on".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/very-good-squad-eckert-outlines-saints-transfer-intentions-on-eve-of-window/</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2025 23:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/very-good-squad-eckert-outlines-saints-transfer-intentions-on-eve-of-window/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bayern goalkeeper reportedly signing for Saints 'with immediate effect']]></title><description><![CDATA[Bayern Munich and Israel goalkeeper Daniel Peretz is reportedly signing for Southampton on loan 'with immediate effect' in the January transfer window.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/bayern-goalkeeper-reportedly-signing-for-saints-with-immediate-effect/</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2025 20:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/bayern-goalkeeper-reportedly-signing-for-saints-with-immediate-effect/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Dispersal order to be enforced around St Mary's ahead of Saints v Millwall]]></title><description><![CDATA[A dispersal order will be put in force around St Mary's ahead of Southampton FC hosting Millwall at St Mary's on New Year's Day.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/dispersal-order-to-be-enforced-around-st-marys-ahead-of-saints-v-millwall/</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2025 17:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/dispersal-order-to-be-enforced-around-st-marys-ahead-of-saints-v-millwall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert: 'From open play, we are conceding the least chances in terms of quality']]></title><description><![CDATA[Head coach Tonda Eckert feels Southampton FC have come a long way defensively, but insisted their biggest challenge remains perfectly clear.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-from-open-play-we-are-conceding-the-least-chances-in-terms-of-quality/</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2025 15:47:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-from-open-play-we-are-conceding-the-least-chances-in-terms-of-quality/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every word Eckert said on stopping crosses, mental fatigue and Millwall]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every word Tonda Eckert said ahead of Southampton FC hosting fellow promotion hopefuls Millwall on New Year's Day.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-stopping-crosses-mental-fatigue-and-millwall/</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2025 15:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-stopping-crosses-mental-fatigue-and-millwall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Have a good window' - Jones confirms end date of Bree's loan to Charlton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Charlton boss Nathan Jones has confirmed James Bree's loan deal from Southampton FC is currently set to conclude on January 17.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/have-a-good-window-jones-confirms-end-date-of-brees-loan-to-charlton/</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2025 12:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/have-a-good-window-jones-confirms-end-date-of-brees-loan-to-charlton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[TV details: How to watch Saints vs Millwall in Championship on New Year's day]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC will be looking to start the new year on a positive note when they face fellow promotion hopefuls Millwall at St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/tv-details-how-to-watch-saints-vs-millwall-in-championship-on-new-years-day/</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/tv-details-how-to-watch-saints-vs-millwall-in-championship-on-new-years-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert outlines Charles return date after hamstring injury setback]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert expects midfielder Shea Charles to remain out of action until mid-January.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-outlines-charles-return-date-after-hamstring-injury-setback/</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-outlines-charles-return-date-after-hamstring-injury-setback/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Archer insists subs have huge responsibility to make bigger impact for Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Cam Archer insisted substitutes have a big responsibility to make more of an impact for Southampton FC heading into 2026.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/archer-insists-subs-have-huge-responsibility-to-make-bigger-impact-for-saints/</link><pubDate>Wed, 31 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/archer-insists-subs-have-huge-responsibility-to-make-bigger-impact-for-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints fans have cars stripped by thieves near Birmingham's St Andrew's Stadium]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC supporters fell victim to car stripping theft while attending a game at Birmingham City's St Andrew's on Monday evening.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-fans-have-cars-stripped-by-thieves-near-birminghams-st-andrews-stadium/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2025 23:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-fans-have-cars-stripped-by-thieves-near-birminghams-st-andrews-stadium/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints fans fall victim to &lsquo;car cannibalism&rsquo; near Birmingham's ground]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC supporters fell victim to car stripping theft while attending a game at Birmingham City's St Andrew's on Monday evening.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-fans-fall-victim-to-lsquocar-cannibalismrsquo-near-birminghams-ground/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2025 23:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-fans-fall-victim-to-lsquocar-cannibalismrsquo-near-birminghams-ground/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints player shows they can play bigger role this season - it's not Jelert]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC rediscovered another viable option during their 1-1 draw against Birmingham, and it was not the returning Elias Jelert.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-player-shows-they-can-play-bigger-role-this-season-its-not-jelert/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2025 16:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-player-shows-they-can-play-bigger-role-this-season-its-not-jelert/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tessem on Bazunu: 'He's young, but you have to criticise what he is as a goalkeeper']]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Southampton FC man Jo Tessem has criticised Gavin Bazunu for failing to bail the club out in recent weeks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/tessem-on-bazunu-hes-young-but-you-have-to-criticise-what-he-is-as-a-goalkeeper/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2025 13:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/tessem-on-bazunu-hes-young-but-you-have-to-criticise-what-he-is-as-a-goalkeeper/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Archer ends drought, back three and Bazunu: Saints talking points after Birmingham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC ended the year with a 1-1 draw at Birmingham thanks to substitute Cam Archer's equaliser in the second half.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/archer-ends-drought-back-three-and-bazunu-saints-talking-points-after-birmingham/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2025 13:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/archer-ends-drought-back-three-and-bazunu-saints-talking-points-after-birmingham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints player ratings as subs break trend in draw at Birmingham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC were bailed out by their subs in a 1-1 draw against Birmingham on Monday evening.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-player-ratings-as-subs-break-trend-in-draw-at-birmingham/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-player-ratings-as-subs-break-trend-in-draw-at-birmingham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every word Eckert said on formation, Scienza decision, Charles and more at Birmingham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every word Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert said following his Saints side's 1-1 draw with Championship rivals Birmingham City on Monday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-formation-scienza-decision-charles-and-more-at-birmingham/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-formation-scienza-decision-charles-and-more-at-birmingham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert issues good news for Saints fans as he explains surprise Scienza decision]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert hinted that Leo Scienza will return to his starting team after a surprise decision to bench him at Birmingham City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-issues-good-news-for-saints-fans-as-he-explains-surprise-scienza-decision/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-issues-good-news-for-saints-fans-as-he-explains-surprise-scienza-decision/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert on Birmingham draw: ‘The substitutes found a good way into the game’]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert praised the impact made by substitutes after they rescued a 1-1 draw at Birmingham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-on-birmingham-draw-the-substitutes-found-a-good-way-into-the-game/</link><pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2025 00:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-on-birmingham-draw-the-substitutes-found-a-good-way-into-the-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Substitute Archer rescues sluggish Saints a point at Birmingham City]]></title><description><![CDATA[Substitute Cameron Archer rescued a point for Saints with his first goal since August, as Tonda Eckert's side drew 1-1 at Birmingham City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/substitute-archer-rescues-sluggish-saints-a-point-at-birmingham-city/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2025 23:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/substitute-archer-rescues-sluggish-saints-a-point-at-birmingham-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Saints draw at Birmingham - As it happened]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates as Southampton FC take on Birmingham City at St Andrew's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-saints-draw-at-birmingham-as-it-happened/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2025 18:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-saints-draw-at-birmingham-as-it-happened/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Scienza drops out for Saints at Birmingham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates as Southampton FC take on Birmingham City at St Andrew's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-scienza-drops-out-for-saints-at-birmingham/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2025 18:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-scienza-drops-out-for-saints-at-birmingham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints face Birmingham at St Andrew's]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates as Southampton FC take on Birmingham City at St Andrew's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-face-birmingham-at-st-andrews/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2025 18:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-face-birmingham-at-st-andrews/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints denied early in second half at Birmingham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates as Southampton FC take on Birmingham City at St Andrew's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-denied-early-in-second-half-at-birmingham/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2025 18:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-denied-early-in-second-half-at-birmingham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints and Birmingham miss early chances]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates as Southampton FC take on Birmingham City at St Andrew's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-and-birmingham-miss-early-chances/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2025 18:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-and-birmingham-miss-early-chances/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Birmingham boss sent off after Saints level]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates as Southampton FC take on Birmingham City at St Andrew's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-birmingham-boss-sent-off-after-saints-level/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2025 18:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-birmingham-boss-sent-off-after-saints-level/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What does history tell us about Saints promotion chances at halfway stage of season?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert has set the clear goal of achieving promotion since his permanent appointment.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/what-does-history-tell-us-about-saints-promotion-chances-at-halfway-stage-of-season/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/what-does-history-tell-us-about-saints-promotion-chances-at-halfway-stage-of-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Three improvements Saints must make to bounce back at Birmingham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC have shown some worrying signs of regression in recent weeks, and must improve in several areas if they are to chart a rise into the play-off places.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/three-improvements-saints-must-make-to-bounce-back-at-birmingham/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/three-improvements-saints-must-make-to-bounce-back-at-birmingham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints predicted team as Eckert makes defensive change looking to end year with a win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC are looking to conclude 2025 with a win at Birmingham City, having already beaten the newly promoted outfit three weeks ago at home.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-predicted-team-as-eckert-makes-defensive-change-looking-to-end-year-with-a-win/</link><pubDate>Mon, 29 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-predicted-team-as-eckert-makes-defensive-change-looking-to-end-year-with-a-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ranking Saints summer signings at midway point in Championship season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC's defeat at Oxford United marked the midway point of the Championship season, making this the perfect time to rank summer signings.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/ranking-saints-summer-signings-at-midway-point-in-championship-season/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2025 15:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/ranking-saints-summer-signings-at-midway-point-in-championship-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert points at teenager's improvement amid Saints substitution struggles]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert praised Jay Robinson's improved input from the bench amid lacklustre impact from substitutes.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-points-at-teenagers-improvement-amid-saints-substitution-struggles/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2025 13:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-points-at-teenagers-improvement-amid-saints-substitution-struggles/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[TV details: How to watch Birmingham City vs Saints live on Monday night]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC head to Birmingham City just three days after a defeat at Oxford United, looking to bounce back from three consecutive away losses.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/tv-details-how-to-watch-birmingham-city-vs-saints-live-on-monday-night/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/tv-details-how-to-watch-birmingham-city-vs-saints-live-on-monday-night/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints star insists players have 'zero excuses' for defeats under Eckert]]></title><description><![CDATA[Taylor Harwood-Bellis suggested Southampton players have "zero excuses" for losing matches after top-class preparation by head coach Tonda Eckert.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-star-insists-players-have-zero-excuses-for-defeats-under-eckert/</link><pubDate>Sun, 28 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-star-insists-players-have-zero-excuses-for-defeats-under-eckert/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Are Eckert's substitutions a worry for Saints during busy festive schedule?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert raised eyebrows when he withdrew star man Leo Scienza just 56 minutes into their Boxing Day clash at Oxford.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/are-eckerts-substitutions-a-worry-for-saints-during-busy-festive-schedule/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Dec 2025 12:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/are-eckerts-substitutions-a-worry-for-saints-during-busy-festive-schedule/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Player Ratings: Saints show worrying signs of regression in defeat at Oxford]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton's players delivered a worryingly disappointing performance as they were beaten 2-1 by relegation-threatened Oxford United on Boxing Day.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/player-ratings-saints-show-worrying-signs-of-regression-in-defeat-at-oxford/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/player-ratings-saints-show-worrying-signs-of-regression-in-defeat-at-oxford/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every word Eckert said on his substitutions, handball and disappointment at Oxford]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every word Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert said after his side's 2-1 defeat at relegation-threatened Oxford United in the Championship.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-his-substitutions-handball-and-disappointment-at-oxford/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-his-substitutions-handball-and-disappointment-at-oxford/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Birmingham hit with suspension and injury blow ahead of facing Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC's next opponents, Birmingham City, have been handed a suspension and injury blow ahead of hosting Tonda Eckert's side on Monday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/birmingham-hit-with-suspension-and-injury-blow-ahead-of-facing-saints/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/birmingham-hit-with-suspension-and-injury-blow-ahead-of-facing-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Benali: I wish all Saints supporters a happy, healthy and successful 2026]]></title><description><![CDATA[This time of year always brings a natural moment of reflection. We look back on what&rsquo;s gone before, and we look ahead to what the new year might hold.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/benali-i-wish-all-saints-supporters-a-happy-healthy-and-successful-2026/</link><pubDate>Sat, 27 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/benali-i-wish-all-saints-supporters-a-happy-healthy-and-successful-2026/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['New to him' - Eckert explains why he substituted Scienza before the hour mark]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert cited a busy festive schedule as he explained substituting Leo Scienza before the hour at Oxford United.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/new-to-him-eckert-explains-why-he-substituted-scienza-before-the-hour-mark/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2025 18:57:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/new-to-him-eckert-explains-why-he-substituted-scienza-before-the-hour-mark/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert admits Saints are 'nowhere near' where they need to be in Championship]]></title><description><![CDATA[Head coach Tonda Eckert admitted Southampton are "nowhere near" where they need to be in the Championship table at the halfway point of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-admits-saints-are-nowhere-near-where-they-need-to-be-in-championship/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2025 18:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-admits-saints-are-nowhere-near-where-they-need-to-be-in-championship/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints disappoint on Boxing Day as Oxford United strike late winning goal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC are now without a victory in three Championship matches after a late winning goal ensured they sank to a 2-1 defeat at Oxford United.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-disappoint-on-boxing-day-as-oxford-united-strike-late-winning-goal/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2025 17:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-disappoint-on-boxing-day-as-oxford-united-strike-late-winning-goal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live match updates as Saints visit managerless Oxford United]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live match updates as Southampton FC visit Oxford United at Kassam Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-match-updates-as-saints-visit-managerless-oxford-united/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2025 13:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-match-updates-as-saints-visit-managerless-oxford-united/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live match updates as Saints suffer late defeat at Oxford]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live match updates as Southampton FC visit Oxford United at Kassam Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-match-updates-as-saints-suffer-late-defeat-at-oxford/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2025 13:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-match-updates-as-saints-suffer-late-defeat-at-oxford/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live match updates as Saints level with Oxford in closing stages]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live match updates as Southampton FC visit Oxford United at Kassam Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-match-updates-as-saints-level-with-oxford-in-closing-stages/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2025 13:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-match-updates-as-saints-level-with-oxford-in-closing-stages/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live match updates as Saints level after early Oxford strike]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live match updates as Southampton FC visit Oxford United at Kassam Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-match-updates-as-saints-level-after-early-oxford-strike/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2025 13:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-match-updates-as-saints-level-after-early-oxford-strike/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live match updates as Oxford take early lead against Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live match updates as Southampton FC visit Oxford United at Kassam Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-match-updates-as-oxford-take-early-lead-against-saints/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2025 13:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-match-updates-as-oxford-take-early-lead-against-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live match updates as Fellows starts for Saints visit to Oxford]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live match updates as Southampton FC visit Oxford United at Kassam Stadium.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-match-updates-as-fellows-starts-for-saints-visit-to-oxford/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2025 13:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-match-updates-as-fellows-starts-for-saints-visit-to-oxford/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints predicted team to take on managerless Oxford on Boxing Day]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC head to managerless Oxford United on Boxing Day, looking to get back to winning ways after two without victory in the Championship.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-predicted-team-to-take-on-managerless-oxford-on-boxing-day/</link><pubDate>Fri, 26 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-predicted-team-to-take-on-managerless-oxford-on-boxing-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints and Coventry charged by FA after full-time St Mary's brawl]]></title><description><![CDATA[Championship clubs Saints and Coventry City have both been charged by the FA following a mass brawl after their recent 1-1 draw at St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-and-coventry-charged-by-fa-after-full-time-st-marys-brawl/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2025 12:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-and-coventry-charged-by-fa-after-full-time-st-marys-brawl/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints handed boost as Stewart returns to 'light' training after lengthy layoff]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC striker Ross Stewart has this week returned to light team training after nearly three months on the sidelines with a hamstring injury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-handed-boost-as-stewart-returns-to-light-training-after-lengthy-layoff/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2025 11:39:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-handed-boost-as-stewart-returns-to-light-training-after-lengthy-layoff/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every word Eckert said on training on Christmas, managing Fellows and January targets]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every word Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert said to the media as he previewed his side's Boxing Day trip to managerless Oxford United.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-training-on-christmas-managing-fellows-and-january-targets/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2025 10:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-training-on-christmas-managing-fellows-and-january-targets/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[TV details: How to watch Oxford United vs Saints live on Boxing Day]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC head to Oxford United on Boxing Day for part one of the club's busy festive schedule, as they look to climb the Championship table.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/tv-details-how-to-watch-oxford-united-vs-saints-live-on-boxing-day/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/tv-details-how-to-watch-oxford-united-vs-saints-live-on-boxing-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harwood-Bellis makes position point which 'takes a percentage out' of his game]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton defender Taylor Harwood-Bellis says he will not complain about playing anywhere, but admitted he is most comfortable at right-centre-back.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/harwood-bellis-makes-position-point-which-takes-a-percentage-out-of-his-game/</link><pubDate>Wed, 24 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/harwood-bellis-makes-position-point-which-takes-a-percentage-out-of-his-game/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oxford United dismiss manager days ahead of facing Saints on Boxing Day]]></title><description><![CDATA[Oxford United have confirmed the departure of head coach Gary Rowett following a run of disappointing results, days ahead of facing Southampton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/oxford-united-dismiss-manager-days-ahead-of-facing-saints-on-boxing-day/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2025 10:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/oxford-united-dismiss-manager-days-ahead-of-facing-saints-on-boxing-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Technical director Spors: Saints signed Romeu for his quality on the pitch]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC technical director Johannes Spors insisted club legend Oriol Romeu was re-signed for his potential on the pitch - not just off it.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/technical-director-spors-saints-signed-romeu-for-his-quality-on-the-pitch/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/technical-director-spors-saints-signed-romeu-for-his-quality-on-the-pitch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scienza on giving away his shirts: 'As a kid, I also had this dream from a player']]></title><description><![CDATA[Two things are certain at St Mary's this season. Leo Scienza will win fouls, and young supporters will cross their fingers, hoping to receive his shirt.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/scienza-on-giving-away-his-shirts-as-a-kid-i-also-had-this-dream-from-a-player/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/scienza-on-giving-away-his-shirts-as-a-kid-i-also-had-this-dream-from-a-player/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bundesliga side reportedly ask Saints about signing Downs in January]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bundesliga outfit Hamburg have reportedly enquired to Southampton about the possibility of a January transfer for struggling striker Damion Downs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/bundesliga-side-reportedly-ask-saints-about-signing-downs-in-january/</link><pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/bundesliga-side-reportedly-ask-saints-about-signing-downs-in-january/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Want to win': Wood dissatisfied with draw against Coventry despite first Saints goal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nathan Wood was dissatisfied after his first Southampton FC goal in a 1-1 draw against 10-man Coventry on Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/want-to-win-wood-dissatisfied-with-draw-against-coventry-despite-first-saints-goal/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/want-to-win-wood-dissatisfied-with-draw-against-coventry-despite-first-saints-goal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jander excited about challenge of playing over Christmas period for first time]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC midfielder Caspar Jander is excited about the challenge of playing over the Christmas period for the first time in his career.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/jander-excited-about-challenge-of-playing-over-christmas-period-for-first-time/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/jander-excited-about-challenge-of-playing-over-christmas-period-for-first-time/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Great recruitment' - Lampard delivers strong praise for 'high-level' Saints player]]></title><description><![CDATA[Coventry boss Frank Lampard hailed Southampton FC ace Leo Scienza and dubbed the Brazilian an "outstanding" Championship player.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/great-recruitment-lampard-delivers-strong-praise-for-high-level-saints-player/</link><pubDate>Mon, 22 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/great-recruitment-lampard-delivers-strong-praise-for-high-level-saints-player/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints Women round out 2025 with win at Sheffield United]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC Women closed out 2025 by returning to winning ways in the WSL 2 with a 2-0 win over Sheffield United.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-women-round-out-2025-with-win-at-sheffield-united/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2025 16:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-women-round-out-2025-with-win-at-sheffield-united/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Cult of Scienza, old habits and crosses: Saints talking points after Coventry]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC were left with a bitter taste in their mouth ahead of Christmas after failing to take full advantage of their extra man in a 1-1 draw with Coventry on Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/cult-of-scienza-old-habits-and-crosses-saints-talking-points-after-coventry/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2025 13:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/cult-of-scienza-old-habits-and-crosses-saints-talking-points-after-coventry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Player ratings as Saints fail to make most of man advantage against Coventry]]></title><description><![CDATA[SAINTS failed to make the most of a man advantage as they were held to a 1-1 draw against Coventry City on Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/player-ratings-as-saints-fail-to-make-most-of-man-advantage-against-coventry/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/player-ratings-as-saints-fail-to-make-most-of-man-advantage-against-coventry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Excellent game' - Wood making 'great progress' after first Saints goal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tonda Eckert believes Nathan Wood is making "great progress" following his first Southampton FC goal in a 1-1 draw against Coventry.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/excellent-game-wood-making-great-progress-after-first-saints-goal/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/excellent-game-wood-making-great-progress-after-first-saints-goal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every word Eckert said on wasted chances, post-match scuffle and Coventry draw]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every word Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert said after his side were held to a 1-1 draw by Championship leaders Coventry...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-wasted-chances-post-match-scuffle-and-coventry-draw/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-wasted-chances-post-match-scuffle-and-coventry-draw/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert and Lampard in disagreement over penalty not awarded to Coventry]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert disagreed with Frank Lampard's claims that Coventry were denied a clear penalty.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-and-lampard-in-disagreement-over-penalty-not-awarded-to-coventry/</link><pubDate>Sun, 21 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-and-lampard-in-disagreement-over-penalty-not-awarded-to-coventry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert on Coventry draw: 'There were enough moments to come away with a win']]></title><description><![CDATA[Tonda Eckert was frustrated Southampton FC failed to make the most of their chances to beat 10-man Coventry in a 1-1 draw.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-on-coventry-draw-there-were-enough-moments-to-come-away-with-a-win/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2025 17:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-on-coventry-draw-there-were-enough-moments-to-come-away-with-a-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Out of order' - Lampard reacts after tempers flare following Saints vs Coventry]]></title><description><![CDATA[Coventry boss Frank Lampard felt within his rights to celebrate in front of Southampton FC fans following a 1-1 draw.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/out-of-order-lampard-reacts-after-tempers-flare-following-saints-vs-coventry/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2025 16:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/out-of-order-lampard-reacts-after-tempers-flare-following-saints-vs-coventry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints come from behind but fail to take full advantage of 10-man Coventry]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton came from behind but were unable to take full advantage of a 10-man Coventry City as they drew 1-1 with the league leaders at St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-come-from-behind-but-fail-to-take-full-advantage-of-10-man-coventry/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2025 15:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-come-from-behind-but-fail-to-take-full-advantage-of-10-man-coventry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Saints held to draw by Coventry - As it happened]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates from St Mary&rsquo;s as Southampton FC host league leaders Coventry City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-saints-held-to-draw-by-coventry-as-it-happened/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2025 11:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-saints-held-to-draw-by-coventry-as-it-happened/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as scuffle breaks out after Coventry hold Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates from St Mary&rsquo;s as Southampton FC host league leaders Coventry City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-scuffle-breaks-out-after-coventry-hold-saints/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2025 11:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-scuffle-breaks-out-after-coventry-hold-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints make two changes against Coventry]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates from St Mary&rsquo;s as Southampton FC host league leaders Coventry City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-make-two-changes-against-coventry/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2025 11:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-make-two-changes-against-coventry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints host league leaders Coventry]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates from St Mary&rsquo;s as Southampton FC host league leaders Coventry City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-host-league-leaders-coventry/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2025 11:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-host-league-leaders-coventry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints draw level after Coventry red card]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates from St Mary&rsquo;s as Southampton FC host league leaders Coventry City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-draw-level-after-coventry-red-card/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2025 11:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-draw-level-after-coventry-red-card/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Coventry see red while leading Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates from St Mary&rsquo;s as Southampton FC host league leaders Coventry City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-coventry-see-red-while-leading-saints/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2025 11:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-coventry-see-red-while-leading-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Predicted team as Saints must find answer to defensive conundrum vs Coventry]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert has a defensive conundrum to answer ahead of facing Championship top scorers Coventry.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/predicted-team-as-saints-must-find-answer-to-defensive-conundrum-vs-coventry/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/predicted-team-as-saints-must-find-answer-to-defensive-conundrum-vs-coventry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Benali recalls early meeting when Strachan joined Saints from Coventry]]></title><description><![CDATA[I WAS lucky, and thoroughly surprised, to bump into my former manager Gordon Strachen last week at a surprise birthday party for our mutual friend.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/benali-recalls-early-meeting-when-strachan-joined-saints-from-coventry/</link><pubDate>Sat, 20 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/benali-recalls-early-meeting-when-strachan-joined-saints-from-coventry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Great quality' - Eckert's verdict on out-of-favour Edozie as winger nears return]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert insisted he is "very happy" to have Sam Edozie back around the squad.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/great-quality-eckerts-verdict-on-out-of-favour-edozie-as-winger-nears-return/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2025 18:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/great-quality-eckerts-verdict-on-out-of-favour-edozie-as-winger-nears-return/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints issue important ticket update ahead of Coventry clash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC have urged supporters to update their ticket app ahead of attending tomorrow afternoon's match against Coventry City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-issue-important-ticket-update-ahead-of-coventry-clash/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2025 14:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-issue-important-ticket-update-ahead-of-coventry-clash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['He's got everything' - Former Championship ace hails 'incredible' Saints forward]]></title><description><![CDATA[Jobi McAnuff dubbed Championship top goalscorer Adam Armstrong "incredible" while praising Saints' newfound attacking form.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/hes-got-everything-former-championship-ace-hails-incredible-saints-forward/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2025 12:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/hes-got-everything-former-championship-ace-hails-incredible-saints-forward/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Lampard acknowledges Coventry set for 'really tough' test at Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Coventry boss Frank Lampard insisted his side are in for a "really tough" test against Saints, who he believes are now performing at the level expected of them.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/lampard-acknowledges-coventry-set-for-really-tough-test-at-saints/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2025 11:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/lampard-acknowledges-coventry-set-for-really-tough-test-at-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints players spread festive cheer at University Hospital Southampton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC first team players brought some Christmas cheer to patients at University Hospital Southampton with a special.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-players-spread-festive-cheer-at-university-hospital-southampton/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-players-spread-festive-cheer-at-university-hospital-southampton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Makes no sense' - Spors sets record straight on rumours about Jelert decision]]></title><description><![CDATA[Technical director Johannes Spors put to bed rumours that Southampton FC have already decided to pass on their option to sign Elias Jelert permanently.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/makes-no-sense-spors-sets-record-straight-on-rumours-about-jelert-decision/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/makes-no-sense-spors-sets-record-straight-on-rumours-about-jelert-decision/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Hard place to come' - Harwood-Bellis names biggest advantage against Coventry]]></title><description><![CDATA[Taylor Harwood-Bellis conceded Southampton FC face a tough task against Coventry, but named their biggest advantage against the leaders.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/hard-place-to-come-harwood-bellis-names-biggest-advantage-against-coventry/</link><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/hard-place-to-come-harwood-bellis-names-biggest-advantage-against-coventry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert pleased with defensive progress after arming Saints squad with new detail]]></title><description><![CDATA[Head coach Tonda Eckert feels Southampton FC have prepared well to face league leaders Coventry after working to improve their defensive problems.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-pleased-with-defensive-progress-after-arming-saints-squad-with-new-detail/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2025 18:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-pleased-with-defensive-progress-after-arming-saints-squad-with-new-detail/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Heavy rainfall forces Saints to postpone clash with RB Leipzig]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC under-21s' Premier League International Cup clash with RB Leipzig has been postponed this evening due to poor conditions.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/heavy-rainfall-forces-saints-to-postpone-clash-with-rb-leipzig/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2025 16:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/heavy-rainfall-forces-saints-to-postpone-clash-with-rb-leipzig/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sky Sports pundit makes strong claim about Saints automatic promotion chances]]></title><description><![CDATA[Sky Sports pundit Don Goodman feels Saints have already fallen too far behind in the race to gain automatic promotion back to the Premier League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/sky-sports-pundit-makes-strong-claim-about-saints-automatic-promotion-chances/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2025 14:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/sky-sports-pundit-makes-strong-claim-about-saints-automatic-promotion-chances/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sport Republic withdraw from talks to acquire former Bulgarian champions]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC owners Sport Republic have withdrawn from formal talks to acquire Bulgarian side Levski Sofia, a statement has confirmed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/sport-republic-withdraw-from-talks-to-acquire-former-bulgarian-champions/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2025 14:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/sport-republic-withdraw-from-talks-to-acquire-former-bulgarian-champions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Two strong goalkeepers' - Saints legend feels club don't need new shot-stopper]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC legend Kelvin Davis feels his former club should not be hasty in signing a new keeper in the winter window.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/two-strong-goalkeepers-saints-legend-feels-club-dont-need-new-shot-stopper/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2025 12:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/two-strong-goalkeepers-saints-legend-feels-club-dont-need-new-shot-stopper/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[TV details: How to watch live as Saints host Championship leaders Coventry]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC will be televised again by Sky Sports when they host Championship leaders Coventry City in what should be a blockbuster match.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/tv-details-how-to-watch-live-as-saints-host-championship-leaders-coventry/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/tv-details-how-to-watch-live-as-saints-host-championship-leaders-coventry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['It's on us' - Harwood-Bellis pinpoints how Saints can improve defensive record]]></title><description><![CDATA[Taylor Harwood-Bellis believes improved structural understanding is needed to improve the defensive record - but he backs Southampton to "master" it.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/its-on-us-harwood-bellis-pinpoints-how-saints-can-improve-defensive-record/</link><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/its-on-us-harwood-bellis-pinpoints-how-saints-can-improve-defensive-record/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I'm very happy' - Eckert plays down recent transfer links to goalkeepers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert has played down the strength of transfer links to goalkeepers, insisting: "I'm very happy with the squad."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/im-very-happy-eckert-plays-down-recent-transfer-links-to-goalkeepers/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2025 23:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/im-very-happy-eckert-plays-down-recent-transfer-links-to-goalkeepers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert says Saints are close to announcing his backroom staff additions]]></title><description><![CDATA[Head coach Tonda Eckert says Southampton FC are close to announcing additions to bolster his backroom staff after his appointment to the role.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-says-saints-are-close-to-announcing-his-backroom-staff-additions/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2025 23:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-says-saints-are-close-to-announcing-his-backroom-staff-additions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every word Eckert said on second-halves, Fellows fitness and Coventry's threat]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every word Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert said in his pre-match press conference ahead of Saints' Championship clash with Coventry City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-second-halves-fellows-fitness-and-coventrys-threat/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2025 16:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-second-halves-fellows-fitness-and-coventrys-threat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert issues positive fitness update on Fellows ahead of Coventry clash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert confirmed that star man Tom Fellows will be fit and available to face promotion rivals Coventry City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-issues-positive-fitness-update-on-fellows-ahead-of-coventry-clash/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2025 16:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-issues-positive-fitness-update-on-fellows-ahead-of-coventry-clash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Relive Saints' famous win over Coventry with these incredible pictures]]></title><description><![CDATA[As Saints prepare to welcome Coventry City back to St Mary&rsquo;s on Saturday, relive a past meeting on the south coast with the Echo! Before the sides meet in this weekend&rsquo;s Championship fixture, transport yourself back to April 28, 2012 and the historic day when their...]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/relive-saints-famous-win-over-coventry-with-these-incredible-pictures/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/relive-saints-famous-win-over-coventry-with-these-incredible-pictures/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I have no control over that' - Spors addresses rumours linking him to other clubs]]></title><description><![CDATA[Technical director Johannes Spors insisted he has no intention of leaving Southampton following rumours of interest from Juventus and German clubs.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/i-have-no-control-over-that-spors-addresses-rumours-linking-him-to-other-clubs/</link><pubDate>Wed, 17 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/i-have-no-control-over-that-spors-addresses-rumours-linking-him-to-other-clubs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Free tickets available as Saints Women host Portsmouth in primetime slot]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC season ticket holders can claim two free tickets for Saints Women's primetime clash with rivals Portsmouth at 5:30pm on January 10.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/free-tickets-available-as-saints-women-host-portsmouth-in-primetime-slot/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2025 14:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/free-tickets-available-as-saints-women-host-portsmouth-in-primetime-slot/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Brutal festive schedule set to show us how much Saints have really improved]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton's brutal festive schedule will give us a proper insight into how much the Championship Saints have improved under coach Tonda Eckert.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/brutal-festive-schedule-set-to-show-us-how-much-saints-have-really-improved/</link><pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2025 12:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/brutal-festive-schedule-set-to-show-us-how-much-saints-have-really-improved/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[MLS side reportedly 'genuinely interested' in signing struggling Saints flop]]></title><description><![CDATA[MLS outfit Toronto FC reportedly hold 'genuine interest' in Southampton flop Ben Brereton Diaz, who is currently struggling out on loan at Derby County.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/mls-side-reportedly-genuinely-interested-in-signing-struggling-saints-flop/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2025 22:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/mls-side-reportedly-genuinely-interested-in-signing-struggling-saints-flop/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints Women handed home FA Cup fourth round tie against WSL2 rivals]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC Women have been drawn to face Bristol City at home in the fourth round of the FA Cup, after their 10-0 win against Royston Town.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-women-handed-home-fa-cup-fourth-round-tie-against-wsl2-rivals/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2025 20:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-women-handed-home-fa-cup-fourth-round-tie-against-wsl2-rivals/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints reportedly exploring January loan move for Sunderland goalkeeper]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC are reportedly exploring a January loan transfer for Sunderland's Championship play-off-winning goalkeeper Anthony Patterson.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-reportedly-exploring-january-loan-move-for-sunderland-goalkeeper/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2025 17:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-reportedly-exploring-january-loan-move-for-sunderland-goalkeeper/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Date, kick-off and ticket details set for Saints trip to Doncaster in FA Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC have learned they will travel to face Doncaster Rovers in the third round of the FA Cup for a 3pm kick-off on Saturday, January 10.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/date-kick-off-and-ticket-details-set-for-saints-trip-to-doncaster-in-fa-cup/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2025 16:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/date-kick-off-and-ticket-details-set-for-saints-trip-to-doncaster-in-fa-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Saints boss Still reveals where he has turned down offer to return to job]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Southampton FC manager Will Still confirmed he has turned down the opportunity to return to management in France since his dismissal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/former-saints-boss-still-reveals-where-he-has-turned-down-offer-to-return-to-job/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2025 11:18:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/former-saints-boss-still-reveals-where-he-has-turned-down-offer-to-return-to-job/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spors opens door to Lallana progression ahead of formal appointment to under-21s]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton technical director Johannes Spors confirmed Adam Lallana will remain under-21s manager, and opened the door to him progressing further.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/spors-opens-door-to-lallana-progression-ahead-of-formal-appointment-to-under-21s/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/spors-opens-door-to-lallana-progression-ahead-of-formal-appointment-to-under-21s/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints defender sets out 'vital' improvement needed ahead of Coventry clash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Saints defender Ryan Manning insisted Southampton FC need to improve defensively ahead of hosting runaway Championship leaders Coventry City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-defender-sets-out-vital-improvement-needed-ahead-of-coventry-clash/</link><pubDate>Mon, 15 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-defender-sets-out-vital-improvement-needed-ahead-of-coventry-clash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints Women thrash lower league Royston in FA Cup third round]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC Women booked their place in the fourth round of the Women&rsquo;s FA Cup with a dominant 10-0 victory over Royston Town.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-women-thrash-lower-league-royston-in-fa-cup-third-round/</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2025 17:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-women-thrash-lower-league-royston-in-fa-cup-third-round/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Penalty woe, defensive record and Scienza kicked: Saints talking points from Norwich]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC slipped down to 10th in the Championship table after a 2-1 defeat at relegation-threatened Norwich City on Saturday afternoon.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/penalty-woe-defensive-record-and-scienza-kicked-saints-talking-points-from-norwich/</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2025 15:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/penalty-woe-defensive-record-and-scienza-kicked-saints-talking-points-from-norwich/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints must use loan market to affordably bring squad up to scratch in January]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC technical director Johannes Spors admitted the club are not likely to be particularly busy in January, and they will not be big spenders.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-must-use-loan-market-to-affordably-bring-squad-up-to-scratch-in-january/</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2025 13:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-must-use-loan-market-to-affordably-bring-squad-up-to-scratch-in-january/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints player ratings as Scienza impresses while others struggle at Norwich]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton's players were unable to make it three wins from three in a single week for the first time this season, as they were beaten 2-1 at Norwich.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-player-ratings-as-scienza-impresses-while-others-struggle-at-norwich/</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-player-ratings-as-scienza-impresses-while-others-struggle-at-norwich/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Quite positive' verdict issued on likely availability of Fellows against Coventry]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert said he is "quite positive" that Tom Fellows will be available to take on Championship leaders Coventry City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/quite-positive-verdict-issued-on-likely-availability-of-fellows-against-coventry/</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/quite-positive-verdict-issued-on-likely-availability-of-fellows-against-coventry/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every word Eckert said after Norwich: Defending, disappointment and Fellows recovery]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every word Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert said after his Saints side's 2-1 defeat at Norwich City, stalling their Championship momentum.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-after-norwich-defending-disappointment-and-fellows-recovery/</link><pubDate>Sun, 14 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-after-norwich-defending-disappointment-and-fellows-recovery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert issues his 'quite clear' verdict on handballed Norwich winner]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert insisted Norwich City's winning goal was "quite a clear handball" after his side's 2-1 defeat at Carrow Road.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-issues-his-quite-clear-verdict-on-handballed-norwich-winner/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2025 17:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-issues-his-quite-clear-verdict-on-handballed-norwich-winner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['We need to improve that' - Eckert insists he will train what cost Saints at Norwich]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert insisted he will work on defending crosses in training, following his side's tough 2-1 defeat at Norwich City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/we-need-to-improve-that-eckert-insists-he-will-train-what-cost-saints-at-norwich/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2025 16:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/we-need-to-improve-that-eckert-insists-he-will-train-what-cost-saints-at-norwich/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints struggle to get going in controversial defeat at Norwich City]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton suffered only a second Championship defeat under new head coach Tonda Eckert, as they were beaten 2-1 by Norwich at Carrow Road.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-struggle-to-get-going-in-controversial-defeat-at-norwich-city/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2025 15:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-struggle-to-get-going-in-controversial-defeat-at-norwich-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live match updates as Scienza strikes crossbar against Norwich]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live match updates as Southampton FC visit Norwich City at Carrow Road.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-match-updates-as-scienza-strikes-crossbar-against-norwich/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2025 11:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-match-updates-as-scienza-strikes-crossbar-against-norwich/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live match updates as Saints visit Norwich City]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live match updates as Southampton FC visit Norwich City at Carrow Road.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-match-updates-as-saints-visit-norwich-city/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2025 11:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-match-updates-as-saints-visit-norwich-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live match updates as Norwich secure win over Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live match updates as Southampton FC visit Norwich City at Carrow Road.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-match-updates-as-norwich-secure-win-over-saints/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2025 11:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-match-updates-as-norwich-secure-win-over-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live match updates as Norwich re-take lead with a handball]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live match updates as Southampton FC visit Norwich City at Carrow Road.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-match-updates-as-norwich-re-take-lead-with-a-handball/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2025 11:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-match-updates-as-norwich-re-take-lead-with-a-handball/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live match updates as Armstrong sees penalty saved at Norwich]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live match updates as Southampton FC visit Norwich City at Carrow Road.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-match-updates-as-armstrong-sees-penalty-saved-at-norwich/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2025 11:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-match-updates-as-armstrong-sees-penalty-saved-at-norwich/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Benali: ‘Promotion-winning teams need a player banging goals in. We have Armstrong’]]></title><description><![CDATA[TODAY is the 28th anniversary of the one and only goal I scored for Saints in 1997. I still think about that header at The Dell more than I wish to admit.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/benali-promotion-winning-teams-need-a-player-banging-goals-in-we-have-armstrong/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2025 08:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/benali-promotion-winning-teams-need-a-player-banging-goals-in-we-have-armstrong/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Predicted team as Saints vie for third win of the week at Norwich]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC could move into the play-off places by earning three points against Championship strugglers Norwich City this afternoon.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/predicted-team-as-saints-vie-for-third-win-of-the-week-at-norwich/</link><pubDate>Sat, 13 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/predicted-team-as-saints-vie-for-third-win-of-the-week-at-norwich/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['He's been excellent' - Eckert admits Saints midfielder is 'desperate to play']]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert revealed Kuryu Matsuki is "desperate to play" but praised the Japanese midfielder's "excellent professionalism".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/hes-been-excellent-eckert-admits-saints-midfielder-is-desperate-to-play/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 23:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/hes-been-excellent-eckert-admits-saints-midfielder-is-desperate-to-play/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Back for a scan' - Blow for Saints as Charles dealt possible setback on recovery]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton and Northern Ireland midfielder Shea Charles has been dealt a setback after suffering a knock during his recovery from a hamstring injury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/back-for-a-scan-blow-for-saints-as-charles-dealt-possible-setback-on-recovery/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 23:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/back-for-a-scan-blow-for-saints-as-charles-dealt-possible-setback-on-recovery/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Great potential' - Eckert confident Downs can turn things around at Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert remains confident that out-of-form forward Damion Downs will "get running" amid a wait for his first goal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/great-potential-eckert-confident-downs-can-turn-things-around-at-saints/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 17:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/great-potential-eckert-confident-downs-can-turn-things-around-at-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Norwich City dealt major injury blow ahead of hosting Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Norwich City will be without key forward Josh Sargent against Southampton FC due to concussion protocol, Philippe Clement has confirmed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/norwich-city-dealt-major-injury-blow-ahead-of-hosting-saints/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 15:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/norwich-city-dealt-major-injury-blow-ahead-of-hosting-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Key Norwich forward Sargent ruled out against Saints due to concussion]]></title><description><![CDATA[Norwich City will be without key forward Josh Sargent against Southampton FC due to concussion protocol, Philippe Clement has confirmed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/key-norwich-forward-sargent-ruled-out-against-saints-due-to-concussion/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 15:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/key-norwich-forward-sargent-ruled-out-against-saints-due-to-concussion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Benali: 'There's a part of me that feels for Will Still']]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton legend Franny Benali admitted he feels sympathy for former boss Will Still, after the club's turnaround in form since his sacking.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/benali-theres-a-part-of-me-that-feels-for-will-still/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 15:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/benali-theres-a-part-of-me-that-feels-for-will-still/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['A little struggle' - Fellows a doubt for Saints ahead of trip to Norwich]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tom Fellows is a doubt ahead of Southampton FC's trip to face Norwich in the Championship on Saturday afternoon.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/a-little-struggle-fellows-a-doubt-for-saints-ahead-of-trip-to-norwich/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 11:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/a-little-struggle-fellows-a-doubt-for-saints-ahead-of-trip-to-norwich/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every word Eckert said on perfect week, Downs return, World Cup prices and Norwich]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every word head coach Tonda Eckert said before Southampton FC's trip to Norwich on Saturday, December 13.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-perfect-week-downs-return-world-cup-prices-and-norwich/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-perfect-week-downs-return-world-cup-prices-and-norwich/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Surman urges Saints to enjoy FA Youth Cup tie against Blackburn]]></title><description><![CDATA[Andrew Surman has urged his under-18s players to relish their FA Youth Cup third round tie against Blackburn Rovers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/surman-urges-saints-to-enjoy-fa-youth-cup-tie-against-blackburn/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/surman-urges-saints-to-enjoy-fa-youth-cup-tie-against-blackburn/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spors reveals why Saints do not have to worry about Charles reaching contract end yet]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC have an option to trigger a one-year contract extension in midfielder Shea Charles' contract, technical director Johannes Spors has confirmed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/spors-reveals-why-saints-do-not-have-to-worry-about-charles-reaching-contract-end-yet/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/spors-reveals-why-saints-do-not-have-to-worry-about-charles-reaching-contract-end-yet/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Late stunner saw Saints beat Norwich in seven-goal thriller]]></title><description><![CDATA[As Southampton prepare to travel to Carrow Road this weekend, we take a look back at one of the most chaotic, heart-stopping encounters between the two sides - the 4-3 victory at St Mary's on April 30, 2005.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/late-stunner-saw-saints-beat-norwich-in-seven-goal-thriller/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/late-stunner-saw-saints-beat-norwich-in-seven-goal-thriller/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Deserves it' - Scienza striving to help Saints teammate win Championship award]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC ace Leo Scienza is striving to ensure teammate Adam Armstrong wins the Championship Golden Boot this season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/deserves-it-scienza-striving-to-help-saints-teammate-win-championship-award/</link><pubDate>Fri, 12 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/deserves-it-scienza-striving-to-help-saints-teammate-win-championship-award/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints reportedly interested in loan move for Bayern Munich goalkeeper]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC have been linked with a loan move for Bayern Munich&rsquo;s Daniel Peretz following rumoured summer interest in the goalkeeper.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-reportedly-interested-in-loan-move-for-bayern-munich-goalkeeper/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2025 21:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-reportedly-interested-in-loan-move-for-bayern-munich-goalkeeper/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sacking Still, appointing Eckert and transfers: Spors delivers big Saints interview]]></title><description><![CDATA[Technical director Johannes Spors did not want to dismiss his first manager in October, but believes strong succession-planning relieved Saints suffering.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/sacking-still-appointing-eckert-and-transfers-spors-delivers-big-saints-interview/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2025 19:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/sacking-still-appointing-eckert-and-transfers-spors-delivers-big-saints-interview/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['It&rsquo;s been unreal' - Saints activate option to extend midfielder's contract]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC have triggered a one-year extension in young midfielder Cam Bragg's contract, keeping him at the club until 2027.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/itrsquos-been-unreal-saints-activate-option-to-extend-midfielders-contract/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2025 16:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/itrsquos-been-unreal-saints-activate-option-to-extend-midfielders-contract/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[TV details: How to watch Saints trip to Norwich City in Championship live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Here's how to watch, stream, or follow Southampton FC's trip to Norwich City live in the Championship.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/tv-details-how-to-watch-saints-trip-to-norwich-city-in-championship-live/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2025 12:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/tv-details-how-to-watch-saints-trip-to-norwich-city-in-championship-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints boss Eckert nominated for Championship Manager of the Month award]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert has been nominated for November's Championship Manager of the Month award, alongside Frank Lampard.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-boss-eckert-nominated-for-championship-manager-of-the-month-award/</link><pubDate>Thu, 11 Dec 2025 07:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-boss-eckert-nominated-for-championship-manager-of-the-month-award/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Armstrong legacy, table surging and goalkeeping: Big talking points after West Brom]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC have got the whole Championship talking with their surge up the league table under newly-appointed head coach Tonda Eckert.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/armstrong-legacy-table-surging-and-goalkeeping-big-talking-points-after-west-brom/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 16:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/armstrong-legacy-table-surging-and-goalkeeping-big-talking-points-after-west-brom/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Police called as West Brom fan coach smashed with brick 'on the move' in Southampton]]></title><description><![CDATA[A brick was thrown through the window of a West Brom fan coach on The Avenue in Southampton, as it travelled back after a match.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/police-called-as-west-brom-fan-coach-smashed-with-brick-on-the-move-in-southampton/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 13:16:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/police-called-as-west-brom-fan-coach-smashed-with-brick-on-the-move-in-southampton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[West Brom's Mason makes Fellows point after 'bitterly disappointing' St Mary's visit]]></title><description><![CDATA[West Brom boss Ryan Mason pointed to the sale of Tom Fellows as he slammed a "bitterly disappointing" first-half performance at Southampton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/west-broms-mason-makes-fellows-point-after-bitterly-disappointing-st-marys-visit/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 12:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/west-broms-mason-makes-fellows-point-after-bitterly-disappointing-st-marys-visit/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Player ratings as first-half magic sees Saints over the line against West Brom]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC avoided throwing away three points against West Brom as an excellent first-half performance saw them over the line in a 3-2 victory.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/player-ratings-as-first-half-magic-sees-saints-over-the-line-against-west-brom/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/player-ratings-as-first-half-magic-sees-saints-over-the-line-against-west-brom/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fellows a potential injury concern as Eckert awaiting update from medical staff]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert admitted he had no update on the condition of Tom Fellows, who may have picked up an injury vs West Brom.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fellows-a-potential-injury-concern-as-eckert-awaiting-update-from-medical-staff/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fellows-a-potential-injury-concern-as-eckert-awaiting-update-from-medical-staff/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every word Eckert said after West Brom: Armstrong, second halves and the league table]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every word Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert said after his side fought off late resistance to secure a 3-2 win over West Brom in the Championship.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-after-west-brom-armstrong-second-halves-and-the-league-table/</link><pubDate>Wed, 10 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-after-west-brom-armstrong-second-halves-and-the-league-table/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert issues 'thank you' to St Mary's after resisting second-half fightback]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert issued a "thank you" to the fans at St Mary's, who he believes pushed his side over the line vs West Brom.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-issues-thank-you-to-st-marys-after-resisting-second-half-fightback/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 23:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-issues-thank-you-to-st-marys-after-resisting-second-half-fightback/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scienza reacts to 'special' first St Mary's goal and Ronaldinho-inspired celebration]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC fan favourite Leo Scienza was left feeling "very proud" after scoring his first St Mary's goal in a nervy 3-2 win over West Brom.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/scienza-reacts-to-special-first-st-marys-goal-and-ronaldinho-inspired-celebration/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 23:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/scienza-reacts-to-special-first-st-marys-goal-and-ronaldinho-inspired-celebration/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints survive late West Brom scare to record fourth straight home win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Striker Adam Armstrong soared to the top of the Championship's scoring charts with a first-half double in a 3-2 win over struggling West Brom.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-survive-late-west-brom-scare-to-record-fourth-straight-home-win/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 22:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-survive-late-west-brom-scare-to-record-fourth-straight-home-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Saints hang on against West Brom - As it happened]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship match updates as Southampton FC face West Brom at St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-saints-hang-on-against-west-brom-as-it-happened/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 19:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-saints-hang-on-against-west-brom-as-it-happened/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as West Brom pull one back against Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship match updates as Southampton FC face West Brom at St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-west-brom-pull-one-back-against-saints/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 19:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-west-brom-pull-one-back-against-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Stephens dropped by Saints to face West Brom]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship match updates as Southampton FC face West Brom at St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-stephens-dropped-by-saints-to-face-west-brom/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 19:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-stephens-dropped-by-saints-to-face-west-brom/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints surge to early lead over West Brom]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship match updates as Southampton FC face West Brom at St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-surge-to-early-lead-over-west-brom/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 19:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-surge-to-early-lead-over-west-brom/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints surge to another early lead vs West Brom]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship match updates as Southampton FC face West Brom at St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-surge-to-another-early-lead-vs-west-brom/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 19:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-surge-to-another-early-lead-vs-west-brom/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints hang on against West Brom]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship match updates as Southampton FC face West Brom at St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-hang-on-against-west-brom/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 19:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-hang-on-against-west-brom/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints issue full ticket allocation, sales and travel details for Portsmouth away]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC have confirmed ticket and travel details for their highly anticipated trip to face bitter rivals Portsmouth at Fratton Park in January.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-issue-full-ticket-allocation-sales-and-travel-details-for-portsmouth-away/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 17:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-issue-full-ticket-allocation-sales-and-travel-details-for-portsmouth-away/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wolves are so bad they are making Saints and Derby's records look good]]></title><description><![CDATA[For the second season, Derby County fans must be getting pretty excited about the potential of their infamous Premier League record being broken.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/wolves-are-so-bad-they-are-making-saints-and-derbys-records-look-good/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/wolves-are-so-bad-they-are-making-saints-and-derbys-records-look-good/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints predicted team to face West Brom as St Mary's stages second match in four days]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton are looking to build on their fine run of form under head coach Tonda Eckert, which has seen them enter the top half of the Championship.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-predicted-team-to-face-west-brom-as-st-marys-stages-second-match-in-four-days/</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-predicted-team-to-face-west-brom-as-st-marys-stages-second-match-in-four-days/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Ready to step in' - How Eckert became the Championship's youngest head coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Like the journey of so many coaches and managers, Tonda Eckert's begins with accepting that being out on the pitch himself would not be possible.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/ready-to-step-in-how-eckert-became-the-championships-youngest-head-coach/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2025 23:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/ready-to-step-in-how-eckert-became-the-championships-youngest-head-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints handed away tie at League One side in FA Cup third round draw]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC have been drawn to face League One outfit Doncaster Rovers away at the Eco-Power Stadium in the third round of the FA Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-handed-away-tie-at-league-one-side-in-fa-cup-third-round-draw/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2025 19:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-handed-away-tie-at-league-one-side-in-fa-cup-third-round-draw/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints handed away tie at League One side in FA Cup third round]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC have been drawn to face League One outfit Doncaster Rovers away at the Eco-Power Stadium in the third round of the FA Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-handed-away-tie-at-league-one-side-in-fa-cup-third-round/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2025 19:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-handed-away-tie-at-league-one-side-in-fa-cup-third-round/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert insists he talks 'more or less daily' with recruitment chiefs ahead of January]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert said he talks "more or less daily" with the club's recruitment chiefs, ahead of the January transfer window.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-insists-he-talks-more-or-less-daily-with-recruitment-chiefs-ahead-of-january/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2025 15:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-insists-he-talks-more-or-less-daily-with-recruitment-chiefs-ahead-of-january/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert: 'I would prefer to win an ugly game rather than lose a beautiful one']]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert offered insight into his philosophy, stating: "I prefer to win an ugly game rather than lose a beautiful one."]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-i-would-prefer-to-win-an-ugly-game-rather-than-lose-a-beautiful-one/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2025 12:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-i-would-prefer-to-win-an-ugly-game-rather-than-lose-a-beautiful-one/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every word Eckert said on West Brom's threats, transfer involvement and philosophy]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every word Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert said ahead of his Saints side's Championship clash with West Brom at St Mary's on Tuesday evening.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-west-broms-threats-transfer-involvement-and-philosophy/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2025 11:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-west-broms-threats-transfer-involvement-and-philosophy/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[TV details: How to watch Saints vs West Brom in Championship live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC supporters are keen to see their side in action once again, and can tune in to follow their game against West Brom on Tuesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/tv-details-how-to-watch-saints-vs-west-brom-in-championship-live/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/tv-details-how-to-watch-saints-vs-west-brom-in-championship-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Spot on' - Armstrong confident exciting front three can push Saints to promotion]]></title><description><![CDATA[Adam Armstrong is confident Southampton FC's exciting front three can push the club onto promotion so long as they continue chipping in with goals.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/spot-on-armstrong-confident-exciting-front-three-can-push-saints-to-promotion/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/spot-on-armstrong-confident-exciting-front-three-can-push-saints-to-promotion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints Women raring to go as they aim to flip form following international break]]></title><description><![CDATA[SAINTS Women boss Simon Parker insisted his side are raring to go following the international break as they look to flip their form in the WSL 2.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-women-raring-to-go-as-they-aim-to-flip-form-following-international-break/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-women-raring-to-go-as-they-aim-to-flip-form-following-international-break/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Amazing chance' - Adams pleased to see Saints winning again in Championship]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Southampton FC forward Che Adams admitted he is pleased to see his old side rediscovering their feet in the Championship following recent wins.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/amazing-chance-adams-pleased-to-see-saints-winning-again-in-championship/</link><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/amazing-chance-adams-pleased-to-see-saints-winning-again-in-championship/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scienza and the other player who makes it look easy: Post-Birmingham talking points]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC have their eyes on climbing into the play-off places following a convincing 3-1 win over Birmingham on Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/scienza-and-the-other-player-who-makes-it-look-easy-post-birmingham-talking-points/</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2025 17:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/scienza-and-the-other-player-who-makes-it-look-easy-post-birmingham-talking-points/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Red-hot Saints attacker reminds us why we shouldn't judge new signings too soon]]></title><description><![CDATA[With his sixth goal in five games, summer signing Finn Azaz quashed any lingering doubt that Southampton FC were right to sign him.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/red-hot-saints-attacker-reminds-us-why-we-shouldnt-judge-new-signings-too-soon/</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2025 14:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/red-hot-saints-attacker-reminds-us-why-we-shouldnt-judge-new-signings-too-soon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Entertaining Saints have restored the fun at St Mary's - how far can they go?]]></title><description><![CDATA[It has taken just over a month for St Mary's to feel like a different place. After a 3-1 win over Birmingham, Southampton FC are back.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/entertaining-saints-have-restored-the-fun-at-st-marys-how-far-can-they-go/</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2025 13:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/entertaining-saints-have-restored-the-fun-at-st-marys-how-far-can-they-go/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints player ratings as several impress in attacking win over Birmingham City]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC were back at their attacking best in Tonda Eckert's first game as permanent head coach as they beat Birmingham 3-1.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-player-ratings-as-several-impress-in-attacking-win-over-birmingham-city/</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-player-ratings-as-several-impress-in-attacking-win-over-birmingham-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every word Eckert said on taking Saints job, attacking form and backroom staff]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every word Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert said after his Saints side made it three home wins in a row with a 3-1 victory over Birmingham City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-taking-saints-job-attacking-form-and-backroom-staff/</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-taking-saints-job-attacking-form-and-backroom-staff/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert explains why precaution taken with Scienza and Armstrong substitutions]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert did not want to risk Adam Armstrong or Leo Scienza and subbed the pair after an hour against Birmingham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-explains-why-precaution-taken-with-scienza-and-armstrong-substitutions/</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-explains-why-precaution-taken-with-scienza-and-armstrong-substitutions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Birmingham's Davies: 'We had more of the ball, more territory, touches and shots']]></title><description><![CDATA[Birmingham City boss Chris Davies believes his Blues side were better than Southampton in most metrics, but simply had too much to do from two down.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/birminghams-davies-we-had-more-of-the-ball-more-territory-touches-and-shots/</link><pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/birminghams-davies-we-had-more-of-the-ball-more-territory-touches-and-shots/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert insists Saints shouldn't shy away from Premier League return ambition]]></title><description><![CDATA[Head coach Tonda Eckert insisted Southampton FC should not shy away from their ambition of returning to the Premier League after a 3-1 win over Birmingham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-insists-saints-shouldnt-shy-away-from-premier-league-return-ambition/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Dec 2025 19:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-insists-saints-shouldnt-shy-away-from-premier-league-return-ambition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert on his bizarre booking: 'It was instinct, my right foot told me to go for it']]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert produced laughs in his post-match press conference as he put his bizarre booking against Birmingham down to "instinct".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-on-his-bizarre-booking-it-was-instinct-my-right-foot-told-me-to-go-for-it/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Dec 2025 19:06:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-on-his-bizarre-booking-it-was-instinct-my-right-foot-told-me-to-go-for-it/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert era off to winning start as attackers shine against Birmingham City]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton emphatically got back to winning ways in Tonda Eckert's first day as permanent head coach, beating newly-promoted Birmingham City 3-1.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-era-off-to-winning-start-as-attackers-shine-against-birmingham-city/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Dec 2025 17:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-era-off-to-winning-start-as-attackers-shine-against-birmingham-city/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Saints beat Birmingham - As it happened]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live match updates as newly appointed Tonda Eckert takes charge of his first game as permanent Southampton FC boss against Birmingham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-saints-beat-birmingham-as-it-happened/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Dec 2025 14:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-saints-beat-birmingham-as-it-happened/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints take early lead over Birmingham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live match updates as newly appointed Tonda Eckert takes charge of his first game as permanent Southampton FC boss against Birmingham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-take-early-lead-over-birmingham/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Dec 2025 14:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-take-early-lead-over-birmingham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints return to winning ways against Birmingham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live match updates as newly appointed Tonda Eckert takes charge of his first game as permanent Southampton FC boss against Birmingham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-return-to-winning-ways-against-birmingham/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Dec 2025 14:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-return-to-winning-ways-against-birmingham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints restore two-goal lead over Birmingham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live match updates as newly appointed Tonda Eckert takes charge of his first game as permanent Southampton FC boss against Birmingham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-restore-two-goal-lead-over-birmingham/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Dec 2025 14:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-restore-two-goal-lead-over-birmingham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Birmingham pull one back against Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live match updates as newly appointed Tonda Eckert takes charge of his first game as permanent Southampton FC boss against Birmingham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-birmingham-pull-one-back-against-saints/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Dec 2025 14:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-birmingham-pull-one-back-against-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live Saints updates as Scienza returns to side vs Birmingham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live match updates as newly appointed Tonda Eckert takes charge of his first game as permanent Southampton FC boss against Birmingham.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-saints-updates-as-scienza-returns-to-side-vs-birmingham/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Dec 2025 14:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-saints-updates-as-scienza-returns-to-side-vs-birmingham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Solent University students design artwork for Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC and Solent University students team up to design matchday programme covers for upcoming fixtures.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/solent-university-students-design-artwork-for-saints/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/solent-university-students-design-artwork-for-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints predicted team to face Birmingham as Eckert makes selection as permanent boss]]></title><description><![CDATA[Head coach Tonda Eckert is set to name his first team as the permanent Southampton boss, as he prepares his side to take on Birmingham City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-predicted-team-to-face-birmingham-as-eckert-makes-selection-as-permanent-boss/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-predicted-team-to-face-birmingham-as-eckert-makes-selection-as-permanent-boss/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints bet against conventional wisdom again but you can't deny Eckert's impact]]></title><description><![CDATA[After the start he made to his management career, Southampton FC were always going to appoint promising coach Tonda Eckert on a permanent basis.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-bet-against-conventional-wisdom-again-but-you-cant-deny-eckerts-impact/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-bet-against-conventional-wisdom-again-but-you-cant-deny-eckerts-impact/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I think the world of him' - Benali on meeting with a former enemy from the pitch]]></title><description><![CDATA[With my media duties now, being in and around football stadiums like I was for the Lionesses game on Tuesday, I quite often bump into former players]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/i-think-the-world-of-him-benali-on-meeting-with-a-former-enemy-from-the-pitch/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/i-think-the-world-of-him-benali-on-meeting-with-a-former-enemy-from-the-pitch/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert issues 'promise' to Saints fans in first interview as club's head coach]]></title><description><![CDATA[Head coach Tonda Eckert has promised to represent Southampton "in the best possible way", in his first interview since landing the permanent job.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-issues-promise-to-saints-fans-in-first-interview-as-clubs-head-coach/</link><pubDate>Sat, 06 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-issues-promise-to-saints-fans-in-first-interview-as-clubs-head-coach/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Very proud': Saints confirm Eckert as permanent head coach - and his contract length]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC have confirmed the appointment of Tonda Eckert as their new permanent first-team head coach following his successful interim spell.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/very-proud-saints-confirm-eckert-as-permanent-head-coach-and-his-contract-length/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2025 22:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/very-proud-saints-confirm-eckert-as-permanent-head-coach-and-his-contract-length/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Very proud' - Saints confirm Eckert as permanent head coach and contract length]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC have confirmed the appointment of Tonda Eckert as their new permanent first-team head coach following his successful interim spell.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/very-proud-saints-confirm-eckert-as-permanent-head-coach-and-contract-length/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2025 22:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/very-proud-saints-confirm-eckert-as-permanent-head-coach-and-contract-length/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[FA Cup third round draw details and ball numbers as Saints set to learn opponent]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC are set to learn their FA Cup third round opponents for the 2025/26 season, with the draw scheduled to take place on Monday evening.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fa-cup-third-round-draw-details-and-ball-numbers-as-saints-set-to-learn-opponent/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2025 16:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fa-cup-third-round-draw-details-and-ball-numbers-as-saints-set-to-learn-opponent/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Be ourselves' - Birmingham boss makes clear what sort of opponent Saints will face]]></title><description><![CDATA[Birmingham City boss Chris Davies insisted he will not change his approach for Saturday's match against Southampton, despite their rotten away form.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/be-ourselves-birmingham-boss-makes-clear-what-sort-of-opponent-saints-will-face/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2025 14:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/be-ourselves-birmingham-boss-makes-clear-what-sort-of-opponent-saints-will-face/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every word: Eckert on team news, what he's like in the dressing room and Birmingham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every word Southampton FC interim manager Tonda Eckert said ahead of his Saints side's Championship clash with Birmingham City at St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-on-team-news-what-hes-like-in-the-dressing-room-and-birmingham/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2025 12:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-on-team-news-what-hes-like-in-the-dressing-room-and-birmingham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints working to formally appoint Eckert as new permanent manager]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC are set to formally appoint Tonda Eckert as their new permanent manager, following a successful interim spell in charge of Saints.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-working-to-formally-appoint-eckert-as-new-permanent-manager/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-working-to-formally-appoint-eckert-as-new-permanent-manager/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Quarshie on competition with Stephens, Jander's impact and coming in from the cold]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton signing Joshua Quarshie said he told his new teammates that, if the club got a deal done, midfielder Caspar Jander would be a top addition.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/quarshie-on-competition-with-stephens-janders-impact-and-coming-in-from-the-cold/</link><pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/quarshie-on-competition-with-stephens-janders-impact-and-coming-in-from-the-cold/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['It affects me every day' - Downes opens up on his illness struggles at Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC midfielder Flynn Downes has opened up for the first time on the "toll" his continued illness issues have taken on him over the last year.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/it-affects-me-every-day-downes-opens-up-on-his-illness-struggles-at-saints/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2025 21:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/it-affects-me-every-day-downes-opens-up-on-his-illness-struggles-at-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints back Southampton City Council’s annual Toy Appeal for sixth year]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton Football Club and Saints Foundation have once again thrown their support behind Southampton City Council&rsquo;s annual Toy Appeal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-back-southampton-city-councils-annual-toy-appeal-for-sixth-year/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2025 18:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-back-southampton-city-councils-annual-toy-appeal-for-sixth-year/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Very good' - Schneiderlin impressed with Saints academy after visiting Lallana]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Southampton FC ace Morgan Schneiderlin was left impressed by the club's academy after a trip to visit former teammate Adam Lallana.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/very-good-schneiderlin-impressed-with-saints-academy-after-visiting-lallana/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/very-good-schneiderlin-impressed-with-saints-academy-after-visiting-lallana/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints survived relegation shock to break Birmingham's hearts at St Andrew's]]></title><description><![CDATA[We rewind to 12 May 1984, a defining afternoon at St Andrew's where a depleted Saints side held their nerve to deal their hosts a knock-out blow.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-survived-relegation-shock-to-break-birminghams-hearts-at-st-andrews/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-survived-relegation-shock-to-break-birminghams-hearts-at-st-andrews/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Romeu confident Saints can be 'really successful' under interim boss Eckert]]></title><description><![CDATA[Oriol Romeu believes Southampton FC can achieve success this season with interim boss Tonda Eckert at the helm.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/romeu-confident-saints-can-be-really-successful-under-interim-boss-eckert/</link><pubDate>Thu, 04 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/romeu-confident-saints-can-be-really-successful-under-interim-boss-eckert/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I love them also!' - Scienza very grateful for support from Saints fans]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC ace Leo Scienza is thankful for the support he has already received from fans, and insisted: "I love them also!"]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/i-love-them-also-scienza-very-grateful-for-support-from-saints-fans/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2025 17:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/i-love-them-also-scienza-very-grateful-for-support-from-saints-fans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wiegman on Kendall's dream goal: 'She celebrated like she'd won the Champions League']]></title><description><![CDATA[Sarina Wiegman revealed her delight for Lucia Kendall after the Southampton FC academy graduate scored her first England goal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/wiegman-on-kendalls-dream-goal-she-celebrated-like-shed-won-the-champions-league/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2025 14:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/wiegman-on-kendalls-dream-goal-she-celebrated-like-shed-won-the-champions-league/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Kendall hails Saints for setting foundations after first England goal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Lucia Kendall hailed Southampton FC Women for setting the foundations for her career after scoring her maiden England goal at St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/kendall-hails-saints-for-setting-foundations-after-first-england-goal/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2025 11:48:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/kendall-hails-saints-for-setting-foundations-after-first-england-goal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Romeu and Matsuki feature for Saints under-21s in defeat to Monaco]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC midfielders Oriol Romeu and Kuryu Matsuki gained important match fitness while playing for the under-21s on Tuesday evening.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/romeu-and-matsuki-feature-for-saints-under-21s-in-defeat-to-monaco/</link><pubDate>Wed, 03 Dec 2025 10:52:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/romeu-and-matsuki-feature-for-saints-under-21s-in-defeat-to-monaco/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Local hero Kendall nets first England goal in win at St Mary’s]]></title><description><![CDATA[Local star Lucia Kendall netted her first goal for England to open the scoring as her side beat Ghana 2-0 at St Mary&rsquo;s, in their final match of 2025.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/local-hero-kendall-nets-first-england-goal-in-win-at-st-marys/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2025 21:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/local-hero-kendall-nets-first-england-goal-in-win-at-st-marys/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hampshire hero Kendall nets first England goal in win at St Mary’s]]></title><description><![CDATA[Local star Lucia Kendall netted her first goal for England to open the scoring as her side beat Ghana 2-0 at St Mary&rsquo;s, in their final match of 2025.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/hampshire-hero-kendall-nets-first-england-goal-in-win-at-st-marys/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2025 21:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/hampshire-hero-kendall-nets-first-england-goal-in-win-at-st-marys/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Hampshire hero Kendall nets first England goal at St Mary’s]]></title><description><![CDATA[Local star Lucia Kendall netted her first goal for England to open the scoring as her side beat Ghana 2-0 at St Mary&rsquo;s, in their final match of 2025.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/hampshire-hero-kendall-nets-first-england-goal-at-st-marys/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2025 21:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/hampshire-hero-kendall-nets-first-england-goal-at-st-marys/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[ITV presenter Laura Woods appears to collapse during broadcast at St Mary’s]]></title><description><![CDATA[ITV presenter Laura Woods appeared to collapse live on air at St Mary&rsquo;s Stadium on Tuesday evening.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/itv-presenter-laura-woods-appears-to-collapse-during-broadcast-at-st-marys/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2025 20:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/itv-presenter-laura-woods-appears-to-collapse-during-broadcast-at-st-marys/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Been great' - Interim boss Eckert explains composition of his backroom team]]></title><description><![CDATA[Interim boss Tonda Eckert praised his first team backroom staff as "great from the very first day" he arrived at Southampton as under-21s head coach.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/been-great-interim-boss-eckert-explains-composition-of-his-backroom-team/</link><pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/been-great-interim-boss-eckert-explains-composition-of-his-backroom-team/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship outfit now on -10 after EFL issue further six points deduction]]></title><description><![CDATA[Championship outfit Sheffield Wednesday have been docked a further six points by the EFL, taking their current points tally to -10.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-outfit-now-on-10-after-efl-issue-further-six-points-deduction/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 17:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-outfit-now-on-10-after-efl-issue-further-six-points-deduction/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert puzzles Saints fans with his Aribo verdict after Millwall struggle]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton interim manager Tonda Eckert puzzled supporters with his verdict on Joe Aribo's performances as a substitute during his tenure.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-puzzles-saints-fans-with-his-aribo-verdict-after-millwall-struggle/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 15:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-puzzles-saints-fans-with-his-aribo-verdict-after-millwall-struggle/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[England boss not taking 'incredible' support 'for granted' ahead of St Mary's return]]></title><description><![CDATA[England Women's manager Sarina Wiegman is not taking for granted the &ldquo;really incredible&rdquo; support her side has received after winning Euro 2025.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/england-boss-not-taking-incredible-support-for-granted-ahead-of-st-marys-return/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 13:49:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/england-boss-not-taking-incredible-support-for-granted-ahead-of-st-marys-return/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints season set to be defined with eight games in 30 days coming up]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC will play six games this month, and a further two over the New Year period, as the Championship table is expected to take shape.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-season-set-to-be-defined-with-eight-games-in-30-days-coming-up/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 13:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-season-set-to-be-defined-with-eight-games-in-30-days-coming-up/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Prizes up for grabs as Garner kicks off Saints Foundation's Share the Joy campaign]]></title><description><![CDATA[Champion boxer and Saints Foundation ambassador Ryan Garner helped deliver an early Christmas surprise for older adults in Southampton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/prizes-up-for-grabs-as-garner-kicks-off-saints-foundations-share-the-joy-campaign/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 13:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/prizes-up-for-grabs-as-garner-kicks-off-saints-foundations-share-the-joy-campaign/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Very tough' - Romeu left disappointed after Saints return marred by late defeat]]></title><description><![CDATA[Oriol Romeu was left disappointed that his return to the Southampton FC side was marred by a late 3-2 defeat at Millwall.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/very-tough-romeu-left-disappointed-after-saints-return-marred-by-late-defeat/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/very-tough-romeu-left-disappointed-after-saints-return-marred-by-late-defeat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Romeu left disappointed after Saints return marred by late defeat]]></title><description><![CDATA[Oriol Romeu was left disappointed that his return to the Southampton FC side was marred by a late 3-2 defeat at Millwall.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/romeu-left-disappointed-after-saints-return-marred-by-late-defeat/</link><pubDate>Mon, 01 Dec 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/romeu-left-disappointed-after-saints-return-marred-by-late-defeat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Aribo's struggles and Scienza-sized hole: Saints talking points after Millwall]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tonda Eckert has been left with more solutions to find after suffering his first defeat in charge of Southampton FC against Millwall.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/aribos-struggles-and-scienza-sized-hole-saints-talking-points-after-millwall/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2025 16:21:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/aribos-struggles-and-scienza-sized-hole-saints-talking-points-after-millwall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert confirms reason Archer was left out of squad for defeat at Millwall]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC interim boss Tonda Eckert admitted he left Cameron Archer out of his squad at Millwall purely due to selection preference.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-confirms-reason-archer-was-left-out-of-squad-for-defeat-at-millwall/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2025 14:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-confirms-reason-archer-was-left-out-of-squad-for-defeat-at-millwall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert handed new challenge following first defeat at Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tonda Eckert had passed every test with flying colours at Southampton. A new challenge awaits following a disappointing 3-2 defeat at Millwall.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-handed-new-challenge-following-first-defeat-at-saints/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2025 13:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-handed-new-challenge-following-first-defeat-at-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['They didn't prevent it' - Millwall's Neil angry with officials about Saints penalty]]></title><description><![CDATA[Alex Neil was "really disappointed" that the officials failed to stop a succession of events which led to Southampton winning a penalty.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/they-didnt-prevent-it-millwalls-neil-angry-with-officials-about-saints-penalty/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/they-didnt-prevent-it-millwalls-neil-angry-with-officials-about-saints-penalty/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Player ratings as Saints slip into some old habits in defeat at Millwall]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC player ratings following their dramatic 3-2 defeat at Millwall in the Championship.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/player-ratings-as-saints-slip-into-some-old-habits-in-defeat-at-millwall/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/player-ratings-as-saints-slip-into-some-old-habits-in-defeat-at-millwall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every word Eckert said at Millwall: First defeat, missing Scienza and Archer absence]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every word Southampton FC interim manager Tonda Eckert said after his Saints side's first Championship defeat at Millwall.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-at-millwall-first-defeat-missing-scienza-and-archer-absence/</link><pubDate>Sun, 30 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-at-millwall-first-defeat-missing-scienza-and-archer-absence/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Maxed out' - Eckert warns Saints need patience as Romeu rediscovers rhythm]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tonda Eckert warned that Southampton FC need to give Oriol Romeu more time to find rhythm following his return to action in a 3-2 defeat at Millwall.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/maxed-out-eckert-warns-saints-need-patience-as-romeu-rediscovers-rhythm/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Nov 2025 19:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/maxed-out-eckert-warns-saints-need-patience-as-romeu-rediscovers-rhythm/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert on Millwall: 'We need to grow from these moments and get games over the line']]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC interim boss Tonda Eckert insisted his side needs to learn from the hurt after their late 3-2 defeat at Championship high-flyers Millwall.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-on-millwall-we-need-to-grow-from-these-moments-and-get-games-over-the-line/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Nov 2025 19:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-on-millwall-we-need-to-grow-from-these-moments-and-get-games-over-the-line/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints taste defeat for first time under Eckert as Millwall snatch five-goal thriller]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton suffered defeat for the first time under interim Tonda Eckert as Millwall scored a 97th-minute winner to win 3-2 in a frantic second half.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-taste-defeat-for-first-time-under-eckert-as-millwall-snatch-five-goal-thriller/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Nov 2025 18:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-taste-defeat-for-first-time-under-eckert-as-millwall-snatch-five-goal-thriller/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Saints suffer late defeat at Millwall - As it happened]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates from The Den as Southampton FC look to maintain their 100 per cent record under Tonda Eckert at Millwall.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-saints-suffer-late-defeat-at-millwall-as-it-happened/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Nov 2025 13:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-saints-suffer-late-defeat-at-millwall-as-it-happened/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints without Scienza at Millwall]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates from The Den as Southampton FC look to maintain their 100 per cent record under Tonda Eckert at Millwall.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-without-scienza-at-millwall/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Nov 2025 13:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-without-scienza-at-millwall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints under the cosh against Millwall]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates from The Den as Southampton FC look to maintain their 100 per cent record under Tonda Eckert at Millwall.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-under-the-cosh-against-millwall/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Nov 2025 13:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-under-the-cosh-against-millwall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints look to continue momentum at Millwall]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates from The Den as Southampton FC look to maintain their 100 per cent record under Tonda Eckert at Millwall.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-look-to-continue-momentum-at-millwall/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Nov 2025 13:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-look-to-continue-momentum-at-millwall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Romeu returns while Saints level at Millwall]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates from The Den as Southampton FC look to maintain their 100 per cent record under Tonda Eckert at Millwall.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-romeu-returns-while-saints-level-at-millwall/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Nov 2025 13:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-romeu-returns-while-saints-level-at-millwall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Millwall hit late, late winner against Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates from The Den as Southampton FC look to maintain their 100 per cent record under Tonda Eckert at Millwall.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-millwall-hit-late-late-winner-against-saints/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Nov 2025 13:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-millwall-hit-late-late-winner-against-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Bazunu bails Saints out twice at Millwall]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates from The Den as Southampton FC look to maintain their 100 per cent record under Tonda Eckert at Millwall.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-bazunu-bails-saints-out-twice-at-millwall/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Nov 2025 13:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-bazunu-bails-saints-out-twice-at-millwall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints predicted team to face Millwall as Eckert needs to make two key decisions]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC interim boss Tonda Eckert has decisions to make in two key positions against promotion hopefuls Millwall.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-predicted-team-to-face-millwall-as-eckert-needs-to-make-two-key-decisions/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-predicted-team-to-face-millwall-as-eckert-needs-to-make-two-key-decisions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Benali explains why he is looking at Eckert with admiration and caution]]></title><description><![CDATA[WHEN you have been around football long enough, you learn that things can change incredibly quickly. I have been on the wrong end of that myself.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/benali-explains-why-he-is-looking-at-eckert-with-admiration-and-caution/</link><pubDate>Sat, 29 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/benali-explains-why-he-is-looking-at-eckert-with-admiration-and-caution/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Shows his commitment' - Eckert shares suspension frustration with Downes]]></title><description><![CDATA[Interim Southampton FC boss Tonda Eckert is disappointed Flynn Downes is unavailable against Millwall due to suspension.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/shows-his-commitment-eckert-shares-suspension-frustration-with-downes/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2025 23:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/shows-his-commitment-eckert-shares-suspension-frustration-with-downes/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert reveals conversation with 'humble' Romeu about early Saints return]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tonda Eckert revealed Oriol Romeu made himself available for an early Southampton FC return against Millwall in the Championship.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-reveals-conversation-with-humble-romeu-about-early-saints-return/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2025 23:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-reveals-conversation-with-humble-romeu-about-early-saints-return/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert aiming to deliver special moments: 'I hope I can live up to the challenge']]></title><description><![CDATA[Interim Southampton FC boss Tonda Eckert hopes he can "live up to the challenge" of delivering a special moment for supporters this season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-aiming-to-deliver-special-moments-i-hope-i-can-live-up-to-the-challenge/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2025 18:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-aiming-to-deliver-special-moments-i-hope-i-can-live-up-to-the-challenge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Really enjoying' - Harwood-Bellis relishing attacking freedom given to him by Eckert]]></title><description><![CDATA[Taylor Harwood-Bellis is "really enjoying" the license to join attacks given to him by interim Southampton FC boss Tonda Eckert.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/really-enjoying-harwood-bellis-relishing-attacking-freedom-given-to-him-by-eckert/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2025 14:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/really-enjoying-harwood-bellis-relishing-attacking-freedom-given-to-him-by-eckert/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Romeu could make second Saints debut at Millwall while Scienza a doubt]]></title><description><![CDATA[Interim Southampton FC boss Tonda Eckert confirmed Oriol Romeu will return to the matchday squad on Saturday, while star man Leo Scienza is a doubt.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/romeu-could-make-second-saints-debut-at-millwall-while-scienza-a-doubt/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2025 11:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/romeu-could-make-second-saints-debut-at-millwall-while-scienza-a-doubt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every word Eckert said on Scienza illness, fan support and well-prepared Millwall]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every word interim Southampton FC boss Tonda Eckert said ahead of his side's trip to Millwall in the Championship.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-scienza-illness-fan-support-and-well-prepared-millwall/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2025 10:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-scienza-illness-fan-support-and-well-prepared-millwall/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Four tactical tweaks interim boss Eckert has made to revolutionise Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Interim manager Tonda Eckert has not changed the formation of the Southampton team, but they have transformed from previous performances.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/four-tactical-tweaks-interim-boss-eckert-has-made-to-revolutionise-saints/</link><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/four-tactical-tweaks-interim-boss-eckert-has-made-to-revolutionise-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Saints ace Redmond signs short-term deal with Championship strugglers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Troubled Championship outfit Sheffield Wednesday have signed former Southampton winger Nathan Redmond as a free agent on a short-term deal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/former-saints-ace-redmond-signs-short-term-deal-with-championship-strugglers/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2025 22:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/former-saints-ace-redmond-signs-short-term-deal-with-championship-strugglers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints duo named in official Championship team of the week after Leicester]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton duo Taylor Harwood-Bellis and Leo Scienza have been named in the Championship team of the week after a 3-0 win against Leicester City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-duo-named-in-official-championship-team-of-the-week-after-leicester/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2025 17:58:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-duo-named-in-official-championship-team-of-the-week-after-leicester/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['All worth it' - Bragg labels first start for his boyhood Saints a 'beautiful moment']]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton academy star Cam Bragg admitted playing a starring role in Saturday's swashbuckling win at Charlton Athletic was pay-off for all his work.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/all-worth-it-bragg-labels-first-start-for-his-boyhood-saints-a-beautiful-moment/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2025 17:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/all-worth-it-bragg-labels-first-start-for-his-boyhood-saints-a-beautiful-moment/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bundesliga side reportedly approach Saints technical director Spors with interest]]></title><description><![CDATA[Bundesliga side Wolfsburg have reportedly approached Southampton technical director Johannes Spors about their vacant sporting director role.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/bundesliga-side-reportedly-approach-saints-technical-director-spors-with-interest/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2025 11:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/bundesliga-side-reportedly-approach-saints-technical-director-spors-with-interest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints gave Millwall a lesson on ruthless finishing in 4-0 thriller]]></title><description><![CDATA[As Southampton prepare to welcome Millwall this S]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-gave-millwall-a-lesson-on-ruthless-finishing-in-4-0-thriller/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-gave-millwall-a-lesson-on-ruthless-finishing-in-4-0-thriller/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Constantly working' - Eckert keeps cards close to chest on January transfer plans]]></title><description><![CDATA[Interim Southampton manager Tonda Eckert insisted he is "sure" that Saints are working on their January transfer plans, but insisted it is not in his focus.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/constantly-working-eckert-keeps-cards-close-to-chest-on-january-transfer-plans/</link><pubDate>Thu, 27 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/constantly-working-eckert-keeps-cards-close-to-chest-on-january-transfer-plans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['That was the idea' - Eckert explains his rotation decisions against Leicester]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC interim boss Tonda Eckert explained his decisions to drop Cam Bragg and Jack Stephens for the 3-0 win against Leicester City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/that-was-the-idea-eckert-explains-his-rotation-decisions-against-leicester/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2025 17:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/that-was-the-idea-eckert-explains-his-rotation-decisions-against-leicester/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spors has uncovered a serious gem in Germany - and it's not Scienza]]></title><description><![CDATA[Many German supporters and commentators were surprised when Caspar Jander made the move to Championship side Southampton FC this summer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/spors-has-uncovered-a-serious-gem-in-germany-and-its-not-scienza/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2025 14:54:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/spors-has-uncovered-a-serious-gem-in-germany-and-its-not-scienza/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tonda, give us a wave - Eckert's Saints appointment surely a matter of time]]></title><description><![CDATA["Tonda, give us a wave. Tonda, Tonda, give us a wave," sang the Northam. After an acceptable amount of aura farming, Southampton's boss obliged.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/tonda-give-us-a-wave-eckerts-saints-appointment-surely-a-matter-of-time/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2025 13:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/tonda-give-us-a-wave-eckerts-saints-appointment-surely-a-matter-of-time/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints player ratings as several shine in comfortable win over Leicester]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC dismantled their opponents in the first half once again on course to beating Leicester City 3-0 at St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-player-ratings-as-several-shine-in-comfortable-win-over-leicester/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-player-ratings-as-several-shine-in-comfortable-win-over-leicester/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Harwood-Bellis pleased with Eckert but admits players have no say in decision]]></title><description><![CDATA[Taylor Harwood-Bellis insisted interim boss Tonda Eckert has helped Southampton FC transform their form.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/harwood-bellis-pleased-with-eckert-but-admits-players-have-no-say-in-decision/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/harwood-bellis-pleased-with-eckert-but-admits-players-have-no-say-in-decision/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every word Eckert said after Leicester: Clean sheet, his changes, the board and steak]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every word Southampton interim manager Tonda Eckert said after his Saints side's comfortable 3-0 victory over former Premier League Leicester City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-after-leicester-clean-sheet-his-changes-the-board-and-steak/</link><pubDate>Wed, 26 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-after-leicester-clean-sheet-his-changes-the-board-and-steak/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['A big compliment' - Eckert 'very pleased' after fourth straight win as interim boss]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tonda Eckert was "really pleased" that his 100 per cent record at Southampton FC rolled on with a 3-0 thrashing of 10-man Leicester City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/a-big-compliment-eckert-very-pleased-after-fourth-straight-win-as-interim-boss/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 23:53:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/a-big-compliment-eckert-very-pleased-after-fourth-straight-win-as-interim-boss/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scienza on interim boss Eckert: 'We're happy with him. Give the man the job']]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC star Leo Scienza urged the club to give interim boss Tonda Eckert the permanent job after his side's 3-0 win against Leicester City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/scienza-on-interim-boss-eckert-were-happy-with-him-give-the-man-the-job/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 23:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/scienza-on-interim-boss-eckert-were-happy-with-him-give-the-man-the-job/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Scienza on interim boss Eckert: 'We happy with him. Give the man the job']]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC star Leo Scienza urged the club to give interim boss Tonda Eckert the permanent job after his side's 3-0 win against Leicester City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/scienza-on-interim-boss-eckert-we-happy-with-him-give-the-man-the-job/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 23:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/scienza-on-interim-boss-eckert-we-happy-with-him-give-the-man-the-job/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints thrash 10-man Leicester City to make it four wins in four for Eckert]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC thrashed Leicester City 3-0 to make it four wins in four matches for interim boss Tonda Eckert, in his first spell as a senior manager.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-thrash-10-man-leicester-city-to-make-it-four-wins-in-four-for-eckert/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 22:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-thrash-10-man-leicester-city-to-make-it-four-wins-in-four-for-eckert/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Saints beat 10-man Leicester - As it happened]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates from St Mary's, where Southampton FC host fellow relegated Premier League side Leicester City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-saints-beat-10-man-leicester-as-it-happened/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 18:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-saints-beat-10-man-leicester-as-it-happened/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints put three past Leicester in first half]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates from St Mary's, where Southampton FC host fellow relegated Premier League side Leicester City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-put-three-past-leicester-in-first-half/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 18:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-put-three-past-leicester-in-first-half/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints make two changes to face Leicester]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates from St Mary's, where Southampton FC host fellow relegated Premier League side Leicester City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-make-two-changes-to-face-leicester/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 18:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-make-two-changes-to-face-leicester/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints hunt fourth goal against Leicester]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates from St Mary's, where Southampton FC host fellow relegated Premier League side Leicester City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-hunt-fourth-goal-against-leicester/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 18:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-hunt-fourth-goal-against-leicester/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints cruise to easy win over Leicester]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates from St Mary's, where Southampton FC host fellow relegated Premier League side Leicester City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-cruise-to-easy-win-over-leicester/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 18:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-cruise-to-easy-win-over-leicester/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live match updates as Saints host bogey side Leicester]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship updates from St Mary's, where Southampton FC host fellow relegated Premier League side Leicester City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-match-updates-as-saints-host-bogey-side-leicester/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 18:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-match-updates-as-saints-host-bogey-side-leicester/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints drawn against fifth-tier opposition in Women's FA Cup]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC Women will begin their 2025/26 Women's FA Cup campaign against Eastern Region Premier Division opposition after drawing Royston Town.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-drawn-against-fifth-tier-opposition-in-womens-fa-cup/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 12:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-drawn-against-fifth-tier-opposition-in-womens-fa-cup/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints predicted team to host Leicester as Eckert could close in on permanent job]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC have won fewer home games than any other team in England's top four leagues since last season, but the tide is now changing.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-predicted-team-to-host-leicester-as-eckert-could-close-in-on-permanent-job/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-predicted-team-to-host-leicester-as-eckert-could-close-in-on-permanent-job/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Crisis leaves Leicester without fit senior player for one position at Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leicester City face a defensive headache ahead of their trip to Southampton, with Marti Cifuentes left without a fit senior left-back to choose from.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/crisis-leaves-leicester-without-fit-senior-player-for-one-position-at-saints/</link><pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/crisis-leaves-leicester-without-fit-senior-player-for-one-position-at-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Not much spare time' - Eckert insists he is having three meals a day at Staplewood]]></title><description><![CDATA[Interim boss Tonda Eckert insists he is eating all three meals at Staplewood as he commits all of his time to preparing his Southampton side for matches.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/not-much-spare-time-eckert-insists-he-is-having-three-meals-a-day-at-staplewood/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2025 23:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/not-much-spare-time-eckert-insists-he-is-having-three-meals-a-day-at-staplewood/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert names only one man when asked: 'Who are the Saints squad leaders?']]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC interim manager Tonda Eckert named only skipper Jack Stephens when he was asked who he had witnessed as the squad leaders.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-names-only-one-man-when-asked-who-are-the-saints-squad-leaders/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2025 23:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-names-only-one-man-when-asked-who-are-the-saints-squad-leaders/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints now last team in the hunt as Swansea and Boro appoint new managers]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC are now the only Championship team without a permanent manager as Swansea and Middlesbrough confirmed their new appointments.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-now-last-team-in-the-hunt-as-swansea-and-boro-appoint-new-managers/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2025 14:32:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-now-last-team-in-the-hunt-as-swansea-and-boro-appoint-new-managers/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sport Republic in talks to acquire former Bulgarian champions for multi-club model]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC owners Sport Republic are entering formal talks to acquire Bulgarian top division outfit Levski Sofia for their multi-club model.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/sport-republic-in-talks-to-acquire-former-bulgarian-champions-for-multi-club-model/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2025 12:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/sport-republic-in-talks-to-acquire-former-bulgarian-champions-for-multi-club-model/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert confirms only one change to Saints squad for Leicester City clash]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tonda Eckert revealed there is only one change to his squad that won 5-1 against Charlton Athletic, for when Southampton take on Leicester City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-confirms-only-one-change-to-saints-squad-for-leicester-city-clash/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-confirms-only-one-change-to-saints-squad-for-leicester-city-clash/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every word Eckert said on preparing for Leicester, management and team rotation]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every word Southampton interim boss Tonda Eckert said ahead of his Saints side's home clash with fellow relegated outfit Leicester City at St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-preparing-for-leicester-management-and-team-rotation/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2025 11:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-preparing-for-leicester-management-and-team-rotation/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[TV details: How to watch Saints vs Leicester City in Championship live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC are bidding to keep their momentum rolling under interim boss Tonda Eckert when they host Leicester City on Tuesday evening.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/tv-details-how-to-watch-saints-vs-leicester-city-in-championship-live/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/tv-details-how-to-watch-saints-vs-leicester-city-in-championship-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jones suggests Charlton will attempt to sign Saints full-back permanently]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nathan Jones suggested Charlton will attempt to sign James Bree permanently from Southampton in January.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/jones-suggests-charlton-will-attempt-to-sign-saints-full-back-permanently/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/jones-suggests-charlton-will-attempt-to-sign-saints-full-back-permanently/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jander on Eckert: 'He's doing a great job. He tells us exactly what we have to do']]></title><description><![CDATA[Caspar Jander believes Tonda Eckert is doing a "great job" as Southampton FC interim manager.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/jander-on-eckert-hes-doing-a-great-job-he-tells-us-exactly-what-we-have-to-do/</link><pubDate>Mon, 24 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/jander-on-eckert-hes-doing-a-great-job-he-tells-us-exactly-what-we-have-to-do/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Azaz arrives, amazing Armstrong and bold Bragg: Saints talking points after Charlton]]></title><description><![CDATA[After three straight wins, Tonda Eckert remains unwilling to publicly state that he wants to land the permanent manager role at Saints.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/azaz-arrives-amazing-armstrong-and-bold-bragg-saints-talking-points-after-charlton/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/azaz-arrives-amazing-armstrong-and-bold-bragg-saints-talking-points-after-charlton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Have to say' - Saints told they would be 'crazy' not to appoint Eckert permanently]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC have been told it would be a "crazy" decision not to appoint Tonda Eckert as their permanent manager.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/have-to-say-saints-told-they-would-be-crazy-not-to-appoint-eckert-permanently/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2025 13:45:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/have-to-say-saints-told-they-would-be-crazy-not-to-appoint-eckert-permanently/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Saints tore Charlton apart in five-star attacking performance]]></title><description><![CDATA[For 45 minutes at Charlton, Southampton were unrecognisable as they tore Charlton Athletic apart on their way to a 5-1 win in the Championship.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/how-saints-tore-charlton-apart-in-five-star-attacking-performance/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2025 13:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/how-saints-tore-charlton-apart-in-five-star-attacking-performance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Eckert masterminded five-star attacking performance to tear Charlton apart]]></title><description><![CDATA[For 45 minutes at Charlton, Southampton were unrecognisable as they tore Charlton Athletic apart on their way to a 5-1 win in the Championship.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/how-eckert-masterminded-five-star-attacking-performance-to-tear-charlton-apart/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2025 13:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/how-eckert-masterminded-five-star-attacking-performance-to-tear-charlton-apart/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[What Eckert has done to solve long-standing Saints problem might be his biggest tick]]></title><description><![CDATA[Interim Southampton boss Tonda Eckert is putting ticks in a lot of the boxes on the managerial checklist examined by technical director Johannes Spors.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/what-eckert-has-done-to-solve-long-standing-saints-problem-might-be-his-biggest-tick/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/what-eckert-has-done-to-solve-long-standing-saints-problem-might-be-his-biggest-tick/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every word interim Eckert said on job, passing out the back and Armstrong at Charlton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every word interim Southampton boss Tonda Eckert said after Saints romped to a 5-1 victory over Charlton Athletic to make it three successive wins.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-interim-eckert-said-on-job-passing-out-the-back-and-armstrong-at-charlton/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-interim-eckert-said-on-job-passing-out-the-back-and-armstrong-at-charlton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Deserves  it' - Eckert and Jander in agreement about Bragg after first Saints start]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tonda Eckert and midfielder Caspar Jander were in full agreement about Cam Bragg following the youngster's impressive first start for Southampton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/deserves-it-eckert-and-jander-in-agreement-about-bragg-after-first-saints-start/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/deserves-it-eckert-and-jander-in-agreement-about-bragg-after-first-saints-start/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Armstrong the best of great bunch in excellent Saints player ratings at Charlton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Saints star Adam Armstrong was the best of a great bunch as Southampton FC put Charlton Athletic to the sword in a 5-1 thrashing on Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/armstrong-the-best-of-great-bunch-in-excellent-saints-player-ratings-at-charlton/</link><pubDate>Sun, 23 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/armstrong-the-best-of-great-bunch-in-excellent-saints-player-ratings-at-charlton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[‘We need to confirm our performance game after game’ - Eckert staying grounded]]></title><description><![CDATA[Interim boss Tonda Eckert wants Saints to fixate on building momentum rather than sending a statement to the league after a thumping 5-1 win at Charlton.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/we-need-to-confirm-our-performance-game-after-game-eckert-staying-grounded/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2025 16:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/we-need-to-confirm-our-performance-game-after-game-eckert-staying-grounded/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jones: 'That's the best Southampton have played all season. They saved that for us']]></title><description><![CDATA[Charlton Athletic boss Nathan Jones admitted Southampton were "the best side" he has seen at Championship level for 20 minutes of their 5-1 win.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/jones-thats-the-best-southampton-have-played-all-season-they-saved-that-for-us/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2025 16:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/jones-thats-the-best-southampton-have-played-all-season-they-saved-that-for-us/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints fans humiliate former boss Jones as Eckert's side demolish Charlton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC scored five goals in a league match for the first time since February 2024, destroying Charlton Athletic 5-1 with all scored in the first half.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-fans-humiliate-former-boss-jones-as-eckerts-side-demolish-charlton/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2025 15:24:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-fans-humiliate-former-boss-jones-as-eckerts-side-demolish-charlton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Saints score easy win at Charlton - As it happened]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship match updates as Charlton Athletic host Southampton FC at The Valley.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-saints-score-easy-win-at-charlton-as-it-happened/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2025 11:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-saints-score-easy-win-at-charlton-as-it-happened/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints score easy win over Charlton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship match updates as Charlton Athletic host Southampton FC at The Valley.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-score-easy-win-over-charlton/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2025 11:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-score-easy-win-over-charlton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints put five past Charlton in first half]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship match updates as Charlton Athletic host Southampton FC at The Valley.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-put-five-past-charlton-in-first-half/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2025 11:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-put-five-past-charlton-in-first-half/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints have early chances at Charlton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship match updates as Charlton Athletic host Southampton FC at The Valley.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-have-early-chances-at-charlton/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2025 11:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-have-early-chances-at-charlton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Bragg makes first Saints start at Charlton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship match updates as Charlton Athletic host Southampton FC at The Valley.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-bragg-makes-first-saints-start-at-charlton/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2025 11:33:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-bragg-makes-first-saints-start-at-charlton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints predicted team to take on Charlton after Eckert's two weeks to prepare]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton interim Tonda Eckert insists all of his focus for the last two weeks has been on preparing his side's lunchtime match at Charlton Athletic.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-predicted-team-to-take-on-charlton-after-eckerts-two-weeks-to-prepare/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-predicted-team-to-take-on-charlton-after-eckerts-two-weeks-to-prepare/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints looking to break historical winless run with three points at Charlton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC are looking to break their winless run at Charlton Athletic today, having gone 10 away league matches without victory at the Addicks.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-looking-to-break-historical-winless-run-with-three-points-at-charlton/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-looking-to-break-historical-winless-run-with-three-points-at-charlton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['He did all he could for us' - Benali pays tribute to late Saints physio Taylor]]></title><description><![CDATA[It was very sad to hear of Don Taylor's recent passing. He was at Saints for such a long time, and he was there during my first association with the club as a schoolboy.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/he-did-all-he-could-for-us-benali-pays-tribute-to-late-saints-physio-taylor/</link><pubDate>Sat, 22 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/he-did-all-he-could-for-us-benali-pays-tribute-to-late-saints-physio-taylor/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Date set for injured Charles to return to Saints team training]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton midfielder Shea Charles is expected to return to training in just over a week, having been sidelined with a hamstring injury since October.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/date-set-for-injured-charles-to-return-to-saints-team-training/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2025 23:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/date-set-for-injured-charles-to-return-to-saints-team-training/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints confirm Trollope departure and Lallana's new interim role]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC have confirmed the exit of assistant manager Paul Trollope, who has rejoined former boss Rob Edwards at Premier League Wolves.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-confirm-trollope-departure-and-lallanas-new-interim-role/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2025 18:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-confirm-trollope-departure-and-lallanas-new-interim-role/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Premier League table late season start date for 2026/27 and new spending rules]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Premier League have announced that the 2026/27 Premier League season will start a week later than usual on Saturday, August 22.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/premier-league-table-late-season-start-date-for-202627-and-new-spending-rules/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2025 15:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/premier-league-table-late-season-start-date-for-202627-and-new-spending-rules/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Premier League issue late season start date for 2026/27 and new spending rules]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Premier League have announced that the 2026/27 Premier League season will start a week later than usual on Saturday, August 22.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/premier-league-issue-late-season-start-date-for-202627-and-new-spending-rules/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2025 15:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/premier-league-issue-late-season-start-date-for-202627-and-new-spending-rules/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Enjoying it' - Saints interim Eckert plays down suggestion he is in job audition]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton interim manager Tonda Eckert played down suggestions he is in the middle of an audition to take the vacant Saints job permanently.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/enjoying-it-saints-interim-eckert-plays-down-suggestion-he-is-in-job-audition/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2025 12:29:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/enjoying-it-saints-interim-eckert-plays-down-suggestion-he-is-in-job-audition/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert reveals decision made on Romeu's involvement against Charlton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC fans will have to wait to see Oriol Romeu in action again as interim manager Tonda Eckert ruled him unavailable for selection this week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-reveals-decision-made-on-romeus-involvement-against-charlton/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2025 12:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-reveals-decision-made-on-romeus-involvement-against-charlton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every word Eckert said on interim job, Romeu's fitness and taking on Jones' Charlton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every word Southampton interim manager Tonda Eckert said ahead of facing former Saints boss Nathan Jones with Charlton Athletic in the Championship.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-interim-job-romeus-fitness-and-taking-on-jones-charlton/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2025 10:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-interim-job-romeus-fitness-and-taking-on-jones-charlton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Defender urges Saints to focus on themselves ahead of Jones clash at Charlton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ryan Manning expects the Nathan Jones reunion to make headlines against Charlton, but he has urged Southampton's squad to focus on themselves.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/defender-urges-saints-to-focus-on-themselves-ahead-of-jones-clash-at-charlton/</link><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/defender-urges-saints-to-focus-on-themselves-ahead-of-jones-clash-at-charlton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Jones says he is 'a stronger person and better manager' ahead of Saints reunion]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nathan Jones says he is "really looking forward" to facing former side Saints, and is a "stronger person and better manager" since his St Mary's disaster.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/jones-says-he-is-a-stronger-person-and-better-manager-ahead-of-saints-reunion/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2025 12:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/jones-says-he-is-a-stronger-person-and-better-manager-ahead-of-saints-reunion/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[TV details: How to watch Saints trip to Charlton Athletic in Championship live]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC visit Charlton Athletic under the stewardship of interim manager Tonda Eckert, who takes his third Championship match in charge.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/tv-details-how-to-watch-saints-trip-to-charlton-athletic-in-championship-live/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2025 11:34:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/tv-details-how-to-watch-saints-trip-to-charlton-athletic-in-championship-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Whirlwind day' - Bittersweet Saints debut has only made Bragg hungry for more]]></title><description><![CDATA["It was bittersweet. It was a beautiful personal moment for me, but then the game was very disappointing," Bragg told the Daily Echo, reflecting on his Championship debut.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/whirlwind-day-bittersweet-saints-debut-has-only-made-bragg-hungry-for-more/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/whirlwind-day-bittersweet-saints-debut-has-only-made-bragg-hungry-for-more/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Trollope exit, hectic period &amp; Romeu: Key Saints talking points ahead of Charlton]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC are set for four months of uninterrupted Championship football with no more international breaks scheduled until March.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/trollope-exit-hectic-period-amp-romeu-key-saints-talking-points-ahead-of-charlton/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/trollope-exit-hectic-period-amp-romeu-key-saints-talking-points-ahead-of-charlton/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Classic encounter as Saints demolish Charlton on opening day]]></title><description><![CDATA[With Southampton preparing to travel to The Valley this weekend to face Charlton Athletic, we open the archives to a historic clash between the two sides.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/classic-encounter-as-saints-demolish-charlton-on-opening-day/</link><pubDate>Thu, 20 Nov 2025 04:03:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/classic-encounter-as-saints-demolish-charlton-on-opening-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Otherwise it's pointless' - Manning makes Saints demand after winning feeling]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ryan Manning is striving to continue the winning feeling at Southampton after helping Ireland reach the World Cup play-offs last week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/otherwise-its-pointless-manning-makes-saints-demand-after-winning-feeling/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2025 17:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/otherwise-its-pointless-manning-makes-saints-demand-after-winning-feeling/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Otherwise it's pointless' - Manning aiming to bring Irish momentum back to Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ryan Manning is striving to continue the winning feeling at Southampton after helping Ireland reach the World Cup play-offs last week.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/otherwise-its-pointless-manning-aiming-to-bring-irish-momentum-back-to-saints/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2025 17:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/otherwise-its-pointless-manning-aiming-to-bring-irish-momentum-back-to-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints Women duo earn England under-23 call-ups in final camp of 2025]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC Women duo Meg Collett and Jess Simpson have been called up to England's under-23 squad.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-women-duo-earn-england-under-23-call-ups-in-final-camp-of-2025/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2025 14:37:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-women-duo-earn-england-under-23-call-ups-in-final-camp-of-2025/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Saints midfielder Kendall set for St Mary's return with England]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Southampton FC Women midfielder Lucia Kendall is set to return to St Mary's with England when the Lionesses face Ghana.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/former-saints-midfielder-kendall-set-for-st-marys-return-with-england/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2025 11:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/former-saints-midfielder-kendall-set-for-st-marys-return-with-england/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints debutant overcame 'very scary' car crash to take step towards his dream]]></title><description><![CDATA[Two different extremes within the last 18 months have helped Southampton FC talent Barnaby Williams to realise just how quickly things can change.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-debutant-overcame-very-scary-car-crash-to-take-step-towards-his-dream/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-debutant-overcame-very-scary-car-crash-to-take-step-towards-his-dream/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Five things Sport Republic can do to win back faith from Saints supporters]]></title><description><![CDATA[Oriol Romeu's signing will undoubtedly be of benefit to Southampton on and off the pitch, and it has done their much-maligned owners a world of good.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/five-things-sport-republic-can-do-to-win-back-faith-from-saints-supporters/</link><pubDate>Wed, 19 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/five-things-sport-republic-can-do-to-win-back-faith-from-saints-supporters/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two Championship rivals close in on manager appointments as Saints hunt goes on]]></title><description><![CDATA[Championship rivals Norwich City and Middlesbrough are set to make the first moves in the manager market with permanent appointments imminent.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/two-championship-rivals-close-in-on-manager-appointments-as-saints-hunt-goes-on/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 11:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/two-championship-rivals-close-in-on-manager-appointments-as-saints-hunt-goes-on/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints fans can subscribe for £6 for six months or £26 for all of 2026 in new sale]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC fans can subscribe to Daily Echo's digital coverage for just &pound;6 for six months in our new end-of-year promotion - no sale has been better.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-fans-can-subscribe-for-6-for-six-months-or-26-for-all-of-2026-in-new-sale/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-fans-can-subscribe-for-6-for-six-months-or-26-for-all-of-2026-in-new-sale/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Amazing experience' - Romeu on Champions League nights for Barcelona in his 30s]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC hero Oriol Romeu admitted he never expected that he would have the chance to represent Barcelona in the Champions League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/amazing-experience-romeu-on-champions-league-nights-for-barcelona-in-his-30s/</link><pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/amazing-experience-romeu-on-champions-league-nights-for-barcelona-in-his-30s/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints set for Jones reunion but another manager story is more significant]]></title><description><![CDATA[Nathan Jones might have only managed eight matches of a 38-game season, but his tenure has clearly left a lasting impact on Southampton FC fans.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-set-for-jones-reunion-but-another-manager-story-is-more-significant/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2025 13:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-set-for-jones-reunion-but-another-manager-story-is-more-significant/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints Women fight back to earn draw against Durham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC Women halted their run of defeats with a hard-earned 1-1 draw against Durham in the Women's Super League 2.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-women-fight-back-to-earn-draw-against-durham/</link><pubDate>Mon, 17 Nov 2025 11:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-women-fight-back-to-earn-draw-against-durham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Azaz sets up goal in famous Ireland win to keep World Cup hopes alive]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton attacker Finn Azaz set up a goal as the Republic of Ireland secured a World Cup play-off place with a historic qualifying win in Hungary.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/azaz-sets-up-goal-in-famous-ireland-win-to-keep-world-cup-hopes-alive/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2025 22:02:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/azaz-sets-up-goal-in-famous-ireland-win-to-keep-world-cup-hopes-alive/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Saints defender appointed manager at Havant and Waterlooville]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ex-Southampton FC and Eastleigh centre-back Aaron Martin has been appointed manager of Southern League Premier Division side Havant and Waterlooville.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/former-saints-defender-appointed-manager-at-havant-and-waterlooville/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2025 11:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/former-saints-defender-appointed-manager-at-havant-and-waterlooville/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How Scienza overcame broken promises in Sweden to become Saints favourite]]></title><description><![CDATA[When Southampton FC's Leo Scienza arrived in Sweden, he discovered a lie. The trails he had been promised at professional clubs did not exist.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/how-scienza-overcame-broken-promises-in-sweden-to-become-saints-favourite/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/how-scienza-overcame-broken-promises-in-sweden-to-become-saints-favourite/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Analysing Southampton's next five games - can they maintain winning feeling?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tonda Eckert will be looking to land the job permanently when Southampton FC return from the international break.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/analysing-southamptons-next-five-games-can-they-maintain-winning-feeling/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/analysing-southamptons-next-five-games-can-they-maintain-winning-feeling/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pupils of Southampton school help launch Utililta Kids and Girls Cup at Staplewood]]></title><description><![CDATA[THE dream of playing at Wembley Stadium became one step closer for thousands of young footballers on Thursday, as the EFL and Utilita launched the 2025/26 season of the Utilita Kids and Girls Cup.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/pupils-of-southampton-school-help-launch-utililta-kids-and-girls-cup-at-staplewood/</link><pubDate>Sun, 16 Nov 2025 04:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/pupils-of-southampton-school-help-launch-utililta-kids-and-girls-cup-at-staplewood/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Should Saints ditch divisive back-five system following international break?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Will Still and now Tonda Eckert have received criticisms from some Southampton FC fans for using a back-five system in the Championship.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/should-saints-ditch-divisive-back-five-system-following-international-break/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/should-saints-ditch-divisive-back-five-system-following-international-break/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints given go-ahead for cafe at training ground]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC has been given the go-ahead to upgrade its training ground by building a family cafe equipped with a roof terrace]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-given-go-ahead-for-cafe-at-training-ground/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-given-go-ahead-for-cafe-at-training-ground/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Focused on what I&rsquo;m doing' - Sesay staying patient for next Saints chance]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC academy midfielder Moses Sesay is not expecting a handout from Tonda Eckert during his spell as interim Saints boss.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/focused-on-what-irsquom-doing-sesay-staying-patient-for-next-saints-chance/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/focused-on-what-irsquom-doing-sesay-staying-patient-for-next-saints-chance/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Family pay tribute as FA Cup winning Saints physio dies aged 88]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ex-Southampton FC physio Don Taylor who worked with Matt Le Tissier and won the FA Cup has died aged 88]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/family-pay-tribute-as-fa-cup-winning-saints-physio-dies-aged-88/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/family-pay-tribute-as-fa-cup-winning-saints-physio-dies-aged-88/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Benali warns Saints that appointing Eckert permanently would be a risk]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tonda Eckert is going to continue as interim boss until after the international break. Southampton FC are correct to avoid making a rushed decision.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/benali-warns-saints-that-appointing-eckert-permanently-would-be-a-risk/</link><pubDate>Sat, 15 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/benali-warns-saints-that-appointing-eckert-permanently-would-be-a-risk/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Away prices revealed as Pompey announce south coast derby ticket details]]></title><description><![CDATA[Portsmouth are set to charge Southampton FC supporters &pound;35 to attend January's south coast derby at Fratton Park.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/away-prices-revealed-as-pompey-announce-south-coast-derby-ticket-details/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2025 16:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/away-prices-revealed-as-pompey-announce-south-coast-derby-ticket-details/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[How have nine Saints first team players performed out on loan this season?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC have a nine first team players out on loan across the Premier League, Championship and European leagues.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/how-have-nine-saints-first-team-players-performed-out-on-loan-this-season/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2025 13:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/how-have-nine-saints-first-team-players-performed-out-on-loan-this-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints defender reveals sympathy for Stewart as striker continues injury rehab]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC's Nathan Wood admitted he feels a great amount of sympathy towards Ross Stewart amid his latest injury rehab.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-defender-reveals-sympathy-for-stewart-as-striker-continues-injury-rehab/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-defender-reveals-sympathy-for-stewart-as-striker-continues-injury-rehab/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Murray outlines why Saints coach is 'so valuable' for interim boss Eckert]]></title><description><![CDATA[Ex-Premier League striker Glenn Murray thinks Adam Lallana is a "valuable" person for Tonda Eckert to lean on as Southampton FC interim boss.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/murray-outlines-why-saints-coach-is-so-valuable-for-interim-boss-eckert/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/murray-outlines-why-saints-coach-is-so-valuable-for-interim-boss-eckert/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Man United legend Solskjær open to Championship role amid Saints manager search]]></title><description><![CDATA[Manchester United legend Ole Gunnar Solskj&aelig;r is open to managing a Championship club amid Southampton FC's search for a new boss.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/man-united-legend-solskjr-open-to-championship-role-amid-saints-manager-search/</link><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/man-united-legend-solskjr-open-to-championship-role-amid-saints-manager-search/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Saints loanee suspended amid Turkish football betting scandal]]></title><description><![CDATA[A former Southampton FC loanee has been suspended amid Turkish football's betting scandal alongside over 1,000 players.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/former-saints-loanee-suspended-amid-turkish-football-betting-scandal/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2025 18:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/former-saints-loanee-suspended-amid-turkish-football-betting-scandal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert expected to continue as Saints interim boss after international break]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC interim boss Tonda Eckert is expected to continue in the role until after the international break.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-expected-to-continue-as-saints-interim-boss-after-international-break/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2025 16:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-expected-to-continue-as-saints-interim-boss-after-international-break/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Azaz shares 'top level' insight into Eckert's winning start as Saints interim]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC midfielder Finn Azaz has shared some insight into Tonda Eckert's first week as interim manager.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/azaz-shares-top-level-insight-into-eckerts-winning-start-as-saints-interim/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2025 13:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/azaz-shares-top-level-insight-into-eckerts-winning-start-as-saints-interim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Learning curve' - Saints Women suffer heavy defeat to WSL side West Ham]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC Women's boss Simon Parker dubbed their 5-0 League Cup defeat against Women's Super League side West Ham a "big learning curve".]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/learning-curve-saints-women-suffer-heavy-defeat-to-wsl-side-west-ham/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2025 12:08:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/learning-curve-saints-women-suffer-heavy-defeat-to-wsl-side-west-ham/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sky Sports pundit believes Boro hold advantage over Saints in manager hunt]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Premier League midfielder Lee Hendrie believes that Middlesbrough hold an advantage over Southampton FC in their manager hunt.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/sky-sports-pundit-believes-boro-hold-advantage-over-saints-in-manager-hunt/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2025 11:13:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/sky-sports-pundit-believes-boro-hold-advantage-over-saints-in-manager-hunt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['A lot of perseverance' - Saints talent looking to finally realise his potential]]></title><description><![CDATA[Youngster Nat Boot has already battled such a painful catalogue of injuries that when we asked, he warned us: "Are you sure you want to hear this?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/a-lot-of-perseverance-saints-talent-looking-to-finally-realise-his-potential/</link><pubDate>Thu, 13 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/a-lot-of-perseverance-saints-talent-looking-to-finally-realise-his-potential/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Assistant Trollope reportedly set to depart Saints to join Premier League side]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton assistant boss Paul Trollope is reportedly set to depart after just five months to rejoin former boss Rob Edwards at Premier League Wolves.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/assistant-trollope-reportedly-set-to-depart-saints-to-join-premier-league-side/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2025 15:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/assistant-trollope-reportedly-set-to-depart-saints-to-join-premier-league-side/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Robinson withdraws from England duty with minor calf injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[Teenage Southampton starlet Jay Robinson has withdrawn from England under-19s duty this week, the FA has confirmed, with a minor calf injury.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/robinson-withdraws-from-england-duty-with-minor-calf-injury/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2025 13:56:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/robinson-withdraws-from-england-duty-with-minor-calf-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Saints boss Still could make immediate Championship return after job talks]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Southampton FC manager Will Still could make an immediate return to the Championship after he reportedly held talks with Norwich City.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/former-saints-boss-still-could-make-immediate-championship-return-after-job-talks/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2025 12:23:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/former-saints-boss-still-could-make-immediate-championship-return-after-job-talks/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints chief operating officer confirms exit from club after nearly 10 years]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC's chief operating officer Tim Greenwell has confirmed his departure from the club after nearly 10 years to start a new consultancy role.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-chief-operating-officer-confirms-exit-from-club-after-nearly-10-years/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2025 11:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-chief-operating-officer-confirms-exit-from-club-after-nearly-10-years/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Very important' - Eckert challenges Oyekunle to find 'consistency' for senior berth]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC interim boss Tonda Eckert has challenged exciting striker Nick Oyekunle to "find consistency week-in week-out" to win a senior berth.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/very-important-eckert-challenges-oyekunle-to-find-consistency-for-senior-berth/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/very-important-eckert-challenges-oyekunle-to-find-consistency-for-senior-berth/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Culture, captaincy and a trip to Nepal - Big interview with returning hero Romeu]]></title><description><![CDATA[The reaction to Oriol Romeu's return to Southampton, over three years on from his initial exit, has shown that he is not considered an ordinary player.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/culture-captaincy-and-a-trip-to-nepal-big-interview-with-returning-hero-romeu/</link><pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/culture-captaincy-and-a-trip-to-nepal-big-interview-with-returning-hero-romeu/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Another Championship boss sacked as Swansea begin manager hunt]]></title><description><![CDATA[Championship Swansea City have parted company with manager Alan Sheehan following a heavy home defeat by Ipswich Town at the weekend.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/another-championship-boss-sacked-as-swansea-begin-manager-hunt/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2025 15:38:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/another-championship-boss-sacked-as-swansea-begin-manager-hunt/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[The bizarre three-week reign of Bassett and Wise at Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[It's always a breath of fresh air when an interim manager steps in and, against the odds, immediately rights the ship.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/the-bizarre-three-week-reign-of-bassett-and-wise-at-saints/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2025 14:31:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/the-bizarre-three-week-reign-of-bassett-and-wise-at-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Latest odds: Who are the favourites for all three available Championship jobs?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Interim boss Tonda Eckert has become bookies' favourite to take the Southampton job permanently following his back-to-back wins in the post.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/latest-odds-who-are-the-favourites-for-all-three-available-championship-jobs/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2025 11:19:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/latest-odds-who-are-the-favourites-for-all-three-available-championship-jobs/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['That's important' - Eckert credits highly-rated Saints director for rigorous process]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton interim boss Tonda Eckert claimed the interview process to initially join Saints under-21s was the most rigorous he has experienced.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/thats-important-eckert-credits-highly-rated-saints-director-for-rigorous-process/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/thats-important-eckert-credits-highly-rated-saints-director-for-rigorous-process/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Saints boss Juric sacked from his first job since leaving St Mary’s]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Southampton boss Ivan Juric has been sacked by Serie A outfit Atalanta after his side's second league defeat of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/former-saints-boss-juric-sacked-from-his-first-job-since-leaving-st-marys/</link><pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/former-saints-boss-juric-sacked-from-his-first-job-since-leaving-st-marys/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['He's been spot on' - Saints star issues Scienza verdict everyone will agree with]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC star Adam Armstrong insisted new signing Leo Scienza has been "spot on" since he signed for the club on summer transfer deadline day.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/hes-been-spot-on-saints-star-issues-scienza-verdict-everyone-will-agree-with/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2025 14:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/hes-been-spot-on-saints-star-issues-scienza-verdict-everyone-will-agree-with/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ramsdale reportedly keen on making loan move to Newcastle permanent]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale is reportedly keen on sealing a permanent move back to the Premier League.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/ramsdale-reportedly-keen-on-making-loan-move-to-newcastle-permanent/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/ramsdale-reportedly-keen-on-making-loan-move-to-newcastle-permanent/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Azaz outlines why win over Wednesday can be important for summer signings]]></title><description><![CDATA[Finn Azaz never lost faith that he would score his first Southampton FC goal and insisted Saturday's 3-1 win can be important for several summer signings.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/azaz-outlines-why-win-over-wednesday-can-be-important-for-summer-signings/</link><pubDate>Mon, 10 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/azaz-outlines-why-win-over-wednesday-can-be-important-for-summer-signings/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Paid the price' - Still breaks silence on short-lived Saints reign]]></title><description><![CDATA[Will Still admitted he paid the price for a poor start to his time as Saints boss when addressing his sacking for the first time.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/paid-the-price-still-breaks-silence-on-short-lived-saints-reign/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Nov 2025 17:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/paid-the-price-still-breaks-silence-on-short-lived-saints-reign/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[O'Neil rejected, tactical tweak and Romeu:  Saints talking points after Sheff Weds]]></title><description><![CDATA[Managerless Southampton FC secured their second win in a few days under Tonda Eckert as they beat Sheffield Wednesday 3-1 at St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/oneil-rejected-tactical-tweak-and-romeu-saints-talking-points-after-sheff-weds/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/oneil-rejected-tactical-tweak-and-romeu-saints-talking-points-after-sheff-weds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tonda time - Should interim Eckert be appointed permanent Saints boss?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Has interim boss Tonda Eckert done enough to earn the permanent manager role at Southampton FC following two Championship wins?]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/tonda-time-should-interim-eckert-be-appointed-permanent-saints-boss/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Nov 2025 12:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/tonda-time-should-interim-eckert-be-appointed-permanent-saints-boss/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Two Championship clubs join Saints in search for new manager]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fellow Championship clubs Middlesbrough and Norwich City have joined Southampton FC in the search for a new manager.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/two-championship-clubs-join-saints-in-search-for-new-manager/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/two-championship-clubs-join-saints-in-search-for-new-manager/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Player ratings as Saints score three against Wednesday in second successive win]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC ended an 18-month-long wait to record back-to-back league wins with a comfortable 3-1 win over Sheffield Wednesday on Saturday afternoon.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/player-ratings-as-saints-score-three-against-wednesday-in-second-successive-win/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/player-ratings-as-saints-score-three-against-wednesday-in-second-successive-win/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every word Eckert said on Azaz goal, Spors conversation and Sheffield Wednesday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every word interim boss Tonda Eckert after Southampton FC secured back-to-back wins for the first time this season by beating Sheffield Wednesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-azaz-goal-spors-conversation-and-sheffield-wednesday/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-azaz-goal-spors-conversation-and-sheffield-wednesday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Didn't feel right' - Eckert update after Downes and Roerslev's early substitutions]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC midfielder Flynn Downes was withdrawn after a leg muscle "didn't really feel right" at half-time of the 3-1 win over Sheffield Wednesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/didnt-feel-right-eckert-update-after-downes-and-roerslevs-early-substitutions/</link><pubDate>Sun, 09 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/didnt-feel-right-eckert-update-after-downes-and-roerslevs-early-substitutions/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Loved every single day' - Interim boss Eckert comments on his Saints future]]></title><description><![CDATA[Interim boss Tonda Eckert avoided multiple questions on the permanent job but admitted he has "enjoyed every single day" at Southampton FC.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/loved-every-single-day-interim-boss-eckert-comments-on-his-saints-future/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Nov 2025 19:35:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/loved-every-single-day-interim-boss-eckert-comments-on-his-saints-future/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Loves football' - Youngster makes Saints debut after months injured by car collision]]></title><description><![CDATA[Interim Southampton FC boss Tonda Eckert insisted it was an "easy decision" to give academy midfielder Barnaby Williams his debut against Sheffield Wednesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/loves-football-youngster-makes-saints-debut-after-months-injured-by-car-collision/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Nov 2025 19:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/loves-football-youngster-makes-saints-debut-after-months-injured-by-car-collision/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints fans send clear O'Neil message to owners and board at St Mary's]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC fans sent a clear message to owners Sport Republic and the board about what they thought of Gary O'Neil's possible appointment.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-fans-send-clear-oneil-message-to-owners-and-board-at-st-marys/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Nov 2025 19:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-fans-send-clear-oneil-message-to-owners-and-board-at-st-marys/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints beat Sheffield Wednesday to win back-to-back games under Eckert]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC scored three goals in a Championship game for the first time this season as Tonda Eckert's side won 3-1 against Sheffield Wednesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-beat-sheffield-wednesday-to-win-back-to-back-games-under-eckert/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Nov 2025 17:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-beat-sheffield-wednesday-to-win-back-to-back-games-under-eckert/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Saints beat Sheffield Wednesday - As it happened]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship match updates as Tonda Eckert's Southampton FC take on Sheffield Wednesday at St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-saints-beat-sheffield-wednesday-as-it-happened/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Nov 2025 13:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-saints-beat-sheffield-wednesday-as-it-happened/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Wednesday pull one back after fast Saints start]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship match updates as Tonda Eckert's Southampton FC take on Sheffield Wednesday at St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-wednesday-pull-one-back-after-fast-saints-start/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Nov 2025 13:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-wednesday-pull-one-back-after-fast-saints-start/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Wednesday nearly hand Saints early goal]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship match updates as Tonda Eckert's Southampton FC take on Sheffield Wednesday at St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-wednesday-nearly-hand-saints-early-goal/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Nov 2025 13:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-wednesday-nearly-hand-saints-early-goal/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints record comfortable win over Wednesday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship match updates as Tonda Eckert's Southampton FC take on Sheffield Wednesday at St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-record-comfortable-win-over-wednesday/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Nov 2025 13:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-record-comfortable-win-over-wednesday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints make one change against Wednesday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship match updates as Tonda Eckert's Southampton FC take on Sheffield Wednesday at St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-make-one-change-against-wednesday/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Nov 2025 13:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-make-one-change-against-wednesday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as leading Saints forced into change vs Wednesday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship match updates as Tonda Eckert's Southampton FC take on Sheffield Wednesday at St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-leading-saints-forced-into-change-vs-wednesday/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Nov 2025 13:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-leading-saints-forced-into-change-vs-wednesday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Eckert's Saints take on Sheffield Wednesday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship match updates as Tonda Eckert's Southampton FC take on Sheffield Wednesday at St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-eckerts-saints-take-on-sheffield-wednesday/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Nov 2025 13:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-eckerts-saints-take-on-sheffield-wednesday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Armstrong restores two-goal lead for Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship match updates as Tonda Eckert's Southampton FC take on Sheffield Wednesday at St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-armstrong-restores-two-goal-lead-for-saints/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Nov 2025 13:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-armstrong-restores-two-goal-lead-for-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints predicted team as Eckert looks for first back-to-back wins of season]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC host bottom-of-the-table Sheffield Wednesday in the first home match since the sacking of boss Will Still, and a midweek win at QPR.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-predicted-team-as-eckert-looks-for-first-back-to-back-wins-of-season/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-predicted-team-as-eckert-looks-for-first-back-to-back-wins-of-season/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Benali: 'What an impact Romeu had on this club during his last spell']]></title><description><![CDATA[Franny Benali: 'It&rsquo;s certainly been quite a week since I wrote my last column. I guess the biggest news is that of manager Will Still leaving the club.']]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/benali-what-an-impact-romeu-had-on-this-club-during-his-last-spell/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/benali-what-an-impact-romeu-had-on-this-club-during-his-last-spell/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Oyekunle scores again as Saints continue Premier League 2 form with Arsenal draw]]></title><description><![CDATA[Striker Nick Oyekunle scored his fifth goal of the Premier League 2 season as Southampton came from behind to draw 1-1 with Arsenal on Friday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/oyekunle-scores-again-as-saints-continue-premier-league-2-form-with-arsenal-draw/</link><pubDate>Sat, 08 Nov 2025 02:11:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/oyekunle-scores-again-as-saints-continue-premier-league-2-form-with-arsenal-draw/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eckert to explore options to bring Romeu up to speed quickly during break]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC interim boss Tonda Eckert insisted he will explore options to quickly boost Oriol Romeu's match fitness during the international break.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-to-explore-options-to-bring-romeu-up-to-speed-quickly-during-break/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Nov 2025 23:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/eckert-to-explore-options-to-bring-romeu-up-to-speed-quickly-during-break/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['That's the only change' - Eckert confirms first senior call-up for Saints youngster]]></title><description><![CDATA[Interim boss Tonda Eckert confirmed youngster Barnaby Williams will be part of the Southampton squad for the first time against Sheffield Wednesday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/thats-the-only-change-eckert-confirms-first-senior-call-up-for-saints-youngster/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Nov 2025 16:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/thats-the-only-change-eckert-confirms-first-senior-call-up-for-saints-youngster/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every word Eckert said on Romeu, Bazunu and team news ahead of Sheffield Wednesday]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every word Southampton FC interim boss Tonda Eckert said ahead of his side's Championship clash with Sheffield Wednesday at St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-romeu-bazunu-and-team-news-ahead-of-sheffield-wednesday/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Nov 2025 16:09:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-eckert-said-on-romeu-bazunu-and-team-news-ahead-of-sheffield-wednesday/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Four Saints games selected for TV with three given new kick-off times]]></title><description><![CDATA[Four Southampton FC matches have been selected by Sky Sports for TV broadcasting in January and February, with three given new kick-off times.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/four-saints-games-selected-for-tv-with-three-given-new-kick-off-times/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Nov 2025 15:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/four-saints-games-selected-for-tv-with-three-given-new-kick-off-times/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Wolves boss O'Neil reportedly 'strong contender' to become Saints boss]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Portsmouth ace Gary O'Neil is viewed as a 'strong contender' for the vacant manager role at Southampton FC.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/former-wolves-boss-oneil-reportedly-strong-contender-to-become-saints-boss/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Nov 2025 14:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/former-wolves-boss-oneil-reportedly-strong-contender-to-become-saints-boss/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Romeu explains his decision as Saints confirm Spaniard's new squad number]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC midfielder Oriol Romeu will take the number 28 shirt upon his return to the club, with his former six and 14 currently already assigned.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/romeu-explains-his-decision-as-saints-confirm-spaniards-new-squad-number/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Nov 2025 14:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/romeu-explains-his-decision-as-saints-confirm-spaniards-new-squad-number/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Horrible rumours' - Stephens sets record straight on his relationship with Still]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton captain Jack Stephens has sought to put the record straight on "nonsense" said about his relationship with sacked Saints manager Will Still.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/horrible-rumours-stephens-sets-record-straight-on-his-relationship-with-still/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/horrible-rumours-stephens-sets-record-straight-on-his-relationship-with-still/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Pompey O'Neil new favourite to become Saints boss after pundit's claim]]></title><description><![CDATA[Odds have shortened on former Portsmouth ace Gary O'Neil to become the new Saints manager after comments made by Charlie Austin on TV.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/former-pompey-oneil-new-favourite-to-become-saints-boss-after-pundits-claim/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/former-pompey-oneil-new-favourite-to-become-saints-boss-after-pundits-claim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former academy star signs for National League side after Saints departure]]></title><description><![CDATA[Promising defender Nico Lawrence has signed a permanent contract with National League York City months after his departure from Southampton FC.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/former-academy-star-signs-for-national-league-side-after-saints-departure/</link><pubDate>Fri, 07 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/former-academy-star-signs-for-national-league-side-after-saints-departure/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I feel good' - Romeu explains Saints move and when he will be fit for second debut]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC midfielder Oriol Romeu said he is targeting the match after the upcoming international break to make his second debut for the club.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/i-feel-good-romeu-explains-saints-move-and-when-he-will-be-fit-for-second-debut/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2025 17:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/i-feel-good-romeu-explains-saints-move-and-when-he-will-be-fit-for-second-debut/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints Foundation's Senior Saints to mark Remembrance Day with trip]]></title><description><![CDATA[Im partnership with South Western Railway, Saints Foundation&rsquo;s Seniors are off to latest 'Try the Train' destination this week to mark Remembrance Day.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-foundations-senior-saints-to-mark-remembrance-day-with-trip/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2025 17:04:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-foundations-senior-saints-to-mark-remembrance-day-with-trip/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I was happy here' - Saints confirm club hero Romeu's sensational return]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC have confirmed the re-signing of free agent midfielder Oriol Romeu, 34, who pens an initial Saints contract until the end of the season.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/i-was-happy-here-saints-confirm-club-hero-romeus-sensational-return/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2025 15:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/i-was-happy-here-saints-confirm-club-hero-romeus-sensational-return/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['All good lads' - Eckert insists commitment of players should not be questioned]]></title><description><![CDATA[Interim boss Tonda Eckert insisted the commitment and effort of the Southampton players cannot be questioned after their 2-1 win at QPR.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/all-good-lads-eckert-insists-commitment-of-players-should-not-be-questioned/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2025 13:51:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/all-good-lads-eckert-insists-commitment-of-players-should-not-be-questioned/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Sport Republic's united front, Scienza and Tonda time: Saints talking points from QPR]]></title><description><![CDATA[Managerless Southampton FC ended their losing run with a 2-1 victory at QPR in their first match since the sacking of Will Still on Sunday evening.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/sport-republics-united-front-scienza-and-tonda-time-saints-talking-points-from-qpr/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2025 13:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/sport-republics-united-front-scienza-and-tonda-time-saints-talking-points-from-qpr/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Former Saints boss Pochettino admits he wants return to management in England one day]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Southampton boss Mauricio Pochettino admitted he is &ldquo;missing&rdquo; the Premier League and would like to return to management in England one day.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/former-saints-boss-pochettino-admits-he-wants-return-to-management-in-england-one-day/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2025 12:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/former-saints-boss-pochettino-admits-he-wants-return-to-management-in-england-one-day/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[When Saints met Wednesday and turned a nightmare into a rampant show]]></title><description><![CDATA[It&rsquo;s a high-pressure scenario that echoes one of the club's most famous encounters, which, coincidentally, came against the same opponents.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/when-saints-met-wednesday-and-turned-a-nightmare-into-a-rampant-show/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/when-saints-met-wednesday-and-turned-a-nightmare-into-a-rampant-show/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every word interim boss Eckert said on Still sacking, Scienza stunner and win at QPR]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every word interim Southampton FC boss Tonda Eckert said following their 2-1 win over QPR on Wednesday evening.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-interim-boss-eckert-said-on-still-sacking-scienza-stunner-and-win-at-qpr/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-interim-boss-eckert-said-on-still-sacking-scienza-stunner-and-win-at-qpr/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Delighted he's back' - Stephens hails re-signing of Romeu as 'brilliant']]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC captain Jack Stephens welcomed the re-signing of former Saints midfielder Oriol Romeu, insisting: &ldquo;He brings everything we need.&rdquo;]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/delighted-hes-back-stephens-hails-re-signing-of-romeu-as-brilliant/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/delighted-hes-back-stephens-hails-re-signing-of-romeu-as-brilliant/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['All my focus' - Eckert addresses possibility of landing Saints job permanently]]></title><description><![CDATA[Interim Southampton FC boss Tonda Eckert insisted he is solely focused on the task at hand when asked if he wants the managerial role permanently.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/all-my-focus-eckert-addresses-possibility-of-landing-saints-job-permanently/</link><pubDate>Thu, 06 Nov 2025 02:44:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/all-my-focus-eckert-addresses-possibility-of-landing-saints-job-permanently/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints victorious at QPR in interim boss Eckert's first game in charge]]></title><description><![CDATA[Fan favourite Leo Scienza provided the fireworks for Saints on Bonfire Night as his goal proved to be a winner when Southampton beat QPR 2-1.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-victorious-at-qpr-in-interim-boss-eckerts-first-game-in-charge/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2025 22:42:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-victorious-at-qpr-in-interim-boss-eckerts-first-game-in-charge/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Actively interviewing' - Spors issues update on manager hunt to Fan Advisory Board]]></title><description><![CDATA[Technical director Johannes Spors told the Saints Fan Advisory Board that the club are actively interviewing managerial candidates from a shortlist.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/actively-interviewing-spors-issues-update-on-manager-hunt-to-fan-advisory-board/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2025 18:25:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/actively-interviewing-spors-issues-update-on-manager-hunt-to-fan-advisory-board/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Saints end winless run at QPR - As it happened]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship match updates from Loftus Road as Southampton FC take on QPR with interim boss Tonda Eckert in charge.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-saints-end-winless-run-at-qpr-as-it-happened/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2025 18:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-saints-end-winless-run-at-qpr-as-it-happened/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints have penalty appeal waved away at QPR]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship match updates from Loftus Road as Southampton FC take on QPR with interim boss Tonda Eckert in charge.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-have-penalty-appeal-waved-away-at-qpr/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2025 18:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-have-penalty-appeal-waved-away-at-qpr/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Robinson gives Saints lead at QPR]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship match updates from Loftus Road as Southampton FC take on QPR with interim boss Tonda Eckert in charge.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-robinson-gives-saints-lead-at-qpr/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2025 18:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-robinson-gives-saints-lead-at-qpr/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as QPR spurn early chances against Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship match updates from Loftus Road as Southampton FC take on QPR with interim boss Tonda Eckert in charge.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-qpr-spurn-early-chances-against-saints/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2025 18:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-qpr-spurn-early-chances-against-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as QPR pull one back after Saints stunner]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship match updates from Loftus Road as Southampton FC take on QPR with interim boss Tonda Eckert in charge.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-qpr-pull-one-back-after-saints-stunner/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2025 18:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-qpr-pull-one-back-after-saints-stunner/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Eckert takes charge of Saints at QPR]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship match updates from Loftus Road as Southampton FC take on QPR with interim boss Tonda Eckert in charge.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-eckert-takes-charge-of-saints-at-qpr/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2025 18:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-eckert-takes-charge-of-saints-at-qpr/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Bazunu and Stephens start for Saints at QPR]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship match updates from Loftus Road as Southampton FC take on QPR with interim boss Tonda Eckert in charge.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-bazunu-and-stephens-start-for-saints-at-qpr/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2025 18:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-bazunu-and-stephens-start-for-saints-at-qpr/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Fight for points' - Eckert demands 'big energy' performance to win back fans]]></title><description><![CDATA[Interim boss Tonda Eckert has called for an energetic performance that can win back supporters when Southampton FC face QPR this evening.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fight-for-points-eckert-demands-big-energy-performance-to-win-back-fans/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2025 13:20:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/fight-for-points-eckert-demands-big-energy-performance-to-win-back-fans/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints predicted team to face QPR as interim boss Eckert could change system]]></title><description><![CDATA[Interim boss Tonda Eckert has major decisions to make when he takes charge of his first Southampton FC game at QPR this evening.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-predicted-team-to-face-qpr-as-interim-boss-eckert-could-change-system/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-predicted-team-to-face-qpr-as-interim-boss-eckert-could-change-system/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[QPR's Stephan outlines 'strange' preparations to face Saints after Still sacking]]></title><description><![CDATA[Julien St&eacute;phan admitted QPR's preparations to face Southampton FC have been affected by the sacking of Will Still on Sunday evening.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/qprs-stephan-outlines-strange-preparations-to-face-saints-after-still-sacking/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/qprs-stephan-outlines-strange-preparations-to-face-saints-after-still-sacking/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Lift the standards' - Long welcomes former teammate Romeu's return to Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Southampton FC forward Shane Long has welcomed the timely return of Oriol Romeu, who is set to rejoin the club on a free transfer.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/lift-the-standards-long-welcomes-former-teammate-romeus-return-to-saints/</link><pubDate>Wed, 05 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/lift-the-standards-long-welcomes-former-teammate-romeus-return-to-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Spors reportedly looking towards Germany in search for next Saints manager]]></title><description><![CDATA[Technical director Johannes Spors is reportedly looking towards Germany as Saints search for a permanent successor to Will Still.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/spors-reportedly-looking-towards-germany-in-search-for-next-saints-manager/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2025 13:40:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/spors-reportedly-looking-towards-germany-in-search-for-next-saints-manager/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[TV details: How to watch Saints trip to QPR in Championship live]]></title><description><![CDATA[How to watch or stream QPR vs Southampton FC live on TV in the Championship.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/tv-details-how-to-watch-saints-trip-to-qpr-in-championship-live/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2025 11:50:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/tv-details-how-to-watch-saints-trip-to-qpr-in-championship-live/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bashford frustrated after Saints Women suffer late defeat to Forest]]></title><description><![CDATA[Mary Bashford was "frustrated" that Southampton FC Women blew their lead in a late 3-2 defeat to Nottingham Forest on Sunday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/bashford-frustrated-after-saints-women-suffer-late-defeat-to-forest/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2025 11:28:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/bashford-frustrated-after-saints-women-suffer-late-defeat-to-forest/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Le Tissier wants 'big character' as next Saints boss to replace Still]]></title><description><![CDATA[Matt Le Tissier wants Southampton FC to appoint a "big character" capable of transforming the club's morale following Will Still's sacking.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/le-tissier-wants-big-character-as-next-saints-boss-to-replace-still/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/le-tissier-wants-big-character-as-next-saints-boss-to-replace-still/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Armstrong admits Saints players haven't given 100% as he makes leadership claim]]></title><description><![CDATA[Adam Armstrong admitted Southampton FC's players aren't working hard enough, but stopped short of suggesting that they are not trying.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/armstrong-admits-saints-players-havent-given-100-as-he-makes-leadership-claim/</link><pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/armstrong-admits-saints-players-havent-given-100-as-he-makes-leadership-claim/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[New manager shortlist: Who Saints could target to replace Still as boss]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC are searching for a new manager once again after Will Still was sacked on Sunday evening following a run of three defeats.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/new-manager-shortlist-who-saints-could-target-to-replace-still-as-boss/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2025 17:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/new-manager-shortlist-who-saints-could-target-to-replace-still-as-boss/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints hero Romeu set for return to club as free agent]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC hero and experienced midfielder Oriol Romeu is set to return to the club on a free transfer, the Daily Echo understands.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-hero-romeu-set-for-return-to-club-as-free-agent/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2025 15:14:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-hero-romeu-set-for-return-to-club-as-free-agent/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Who is Saints interim boss Tonda Eckert and what can we expect?]]></title><description><![CDATA[For the second time in less than a year, Southampton FC will be managed by their under-21s boss on an interim basis following the sacking of Will Still.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/who-is-saints-interim-boss-tonda-eckert-and-what-can-we-expect/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2025 13:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/who-is-saints-interim-boss-tonda-eckert-and-what-can-we-expect/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wood issues statement apologising to Saints fans following on-field spat]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC defender Nathan Wood has issued a statement to apologise after his spat with the club's supporters following the defeat to Preston.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/wood-issues-statement-apologising-to-saints-fans-following-on-field-spat/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/wood-issues-statement-apologising-to-saints-fans-following-on-field-spat/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Senior players reportedly want Martin reappointed: Latest Saints manager rumours]]></title><description><![CDATA[Rumours are already swirling over who will replace Will Still, after the 33 year old manager was sacked by Southampton FC on Sunday evening.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/senior-players-reportedly-want-martin-reappointed-latest-saints-manager-rumours/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/senior-players-reportedly-want-martin-reappointed-latest-saints-manager-rumours/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Don't celebrate Still's sacking: Where it went wrong for highly-rated coach at Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Many fans voiced their discontent for Will Still's management of Southampton over the last two weeks, including asking for his immediate sacking.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/dont-celebrate-stills-sacking-where-it-went-wrong-for-highly-rated-coach-at-saints/</link><pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/dont-celebrate-stills-sacking-where-it-went-wrong-for-highly-rated-coach-at-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Martin, Carrick, Hasenhuttl: Early favourites in next Saints manager odds]]></title><description><![CDATA[Former Southampton FC manager Russell Martin is the current bookies' favourite to replace Will Still, following his sacking on Sunday evening.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/martin-carrick-hasenhuttl-early-favourites-in-next-saints-manager-odds/</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Nov 2025 22:36:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/martin-carrick-hasenhuttl-early-favourites-in-next-saints-manager-odds/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints sack boss Still after two wins from 13 Championship matches]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC have sacked manager Will Still after just five months in charge, following three successive defeats in the Championship.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-sack-boss-still-after-two-wins-from-13-championship-matches/</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Nov 2025 19:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-sack-boss-still-after-two-wins-from-13-championship-matches/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints expected to sack boss Still after two wins from 13 Championship matches]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC are expected to sack manager Will Still after just five months in charge, following three successive defeats in the Championship.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-expected-to-sack-boss-still-after-two-wins-from-13-championship-matches/</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Nov 2025 19:55:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-expected-to-sack-boss-still-after-two-wins-from-13-championship-matches/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints and Leicester reportedly tracking Sunderland goalkeeper for January loan]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC and Leicester City are reportedly both tracking Sunderland goalkeeper Anthony Patterson ahead of a potential loan transfer in January.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-and-leicester-reportedly-tracking-sunderland-goalkeeper-for-january-loan/</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Nov 2025 17:43:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-and-leicester-reportedly-tracking-sunderland-goalkeeper-for-january-loan/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Staggering statistic lays bare full extent of Saints suffering at St Mary's]]></title><description><![CDATA[One year ago today, on November 2, 2024, Southampton FC beat Everton 1-0 at home in the Premier League thanks to a single Adam Armstrong goal.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/staggering-statistic-lays-bare-full-extent-of-saints-suffering-at-st-marys/</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Nov 2025 14:26:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/staggering-statistic-lays-bare-full-extent-of-saints-suffering-at-st-marys/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Still facing the sack but Saints problems run deeper than the manager]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton manager Will Still knows he is likely facing the sack should his side not win their Championship matches next week after three defeats.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/still-facing-the-sack-but-saints-problems-run-deeper-than-the-manager/</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Nov 2025 13:05:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/still-facing-the-sack-but-saints-problems-run-deeper-than-the-manager/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Still now among favourites to be next Championship manager sacked]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton manager Will Still is now among the favourites to be the next Championship manager sacked, but he is not top of the bookies' lists.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/still-now-among-favourites-to-be-next-championship-manager-sacked/</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/still-now-among-favourites-to-be-next-championship-manager-sacked/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Player ratings get worse as Saints gift Preston three points at St Mary's]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC managed just two shots on target, despite 64 per cent possession, in a 2-0 home defeat to Preston on Saturday.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/player-ratings-get-worse-as-saints-gift-preston-three-points-at-st-marys/</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/player-ratings-get-worse-as-saints-gift-preston-three-points-at-st-marys/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every word Still said on fan revolt, Wood flashpoint and his job after Preston]]></title><description><![CDATA[Every word Southampton manager Will Still said after his Saints side's 2-0 defeat to Preston North End in the Championship, leaving them in 21st place.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-still-said-on-fan-revolt-wood-flashpoint-and-his-job-after-preston/</link><pubDate>Sun, 02 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/every-word-still-said-on-fan-revolt-wood-flashpoint-and-his-job-after-preston/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Video circulates appearing to show Wood swearing at fans as frustration boils over]]></title><description><![CDATA[A video is circulating on social media appearing to show Southampton FC defender Nathan Wood verbally hitting out at fans following defeat to Preston.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/video-circulates-appearing-to-show-wood-swearing-at-fans-as-frustration-boils-over/</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2025 19:41:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/video-circulates-appearing-to-show-wood-swearing-at-fans-as-frustration-boils-over/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Still reveals what he is most worried about after defeat to Preston]]></title><description><![CDATA[Will Still is worried his players are unable to recognise key moments and insisted Preston's hard work beat Southampton FC's talent in a 2-0 defeat at St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/still-reveals-what-he-is-most-worried-about-after-defeat-to-preston/</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2025 19:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/still-reveals-what-he-is-most-worried-about-after-defeat-to-preston/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Still: 'I'm worried they can't recognise situations where we can or can't play']]></title><description><![CDATA[Will Still is worried his players are unable to recognise key moments and insisted Preston's hard work beat Southampton FC's talent in a 2-0 defeat at St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/still-im-worried-they-cant-recognise-situations-where-we-can-or-cant-play/</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2025 19:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/still-im-worried-they-cant-recognise-situations-where-we-can-or-cant-play/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I'm not going to give up' - Still insists he will fight on to save Saints job]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton manager Will Still insisted he will keep fighting for as long as he is in the job, but he accepted he could be sacked after defeat to Preston.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/im-not-going-to-give-up-still-insists-he-will-fight-on-to-save-saints-job/</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2025 19:12:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/im-not-going-to-give-up-still-insists-he-will-fight-on-to-save-saints-job/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints fall to third successive defeat as Preston win at St Mary's]]></title><description><![CDATA[Boss Will Still is running out of time to turn around the club's form as Southampton fell to a third successive Championship defeat with a 1-0 loss to Preston.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-fall-to-third-successive-defeat-as-preston-win-at-st-marys/</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2025 17:59:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-fall-to-third-successive-defeat-as-preston-win-at-st-marys/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Sorry Saints lose to Preston - As it happened]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship match updates as under-pressure Southampton FC face Preston North End at St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-sorry-saints-lose-to-preston-as-it-happened/</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2025 14:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-sorry-saints-lose-to-preston-as-it-happened/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Saints fans turn against club after Preston score]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship match updates as under-pressure Southampton FC face Preston North End at St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-fans-turn-against-club-after-preston-score/</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2025 14:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-saints-fans-turn-against-club-after-preston-score/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Preston double lead against sorry Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship match updates as under-pressure Southampton FC face Preston North End at St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-preston-double-lead-against-sorry-saints/</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2025 14:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-preston-double-lead-against-sorry-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates as Downes fit to start against Preston]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship match updates as under-pressure Southampton FC face Preston North End at St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-downes-fit-to-start-against-preston/</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2025 14:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-as-downes-fit-to-start-against-preston/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live updates: Aribo on as Saints still search for equaliser]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship match updates as under-pressure Southampton FC face Preston North End at St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-aribo-on-as-saints-still-search-for-equaliser/</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2025 14:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-updates-aribo-on-as-saints-still-search-for-equaliser/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Championship - Live match updates as under pressure Saints host Preston]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Championship match updates as under-pressure Southampton FC face Blackburn Rovers.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-match-updates-as-under-pressure-saints-host-preston/</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2025 14:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/championship-live-match-updates-as-under-pressure-saints-host-preston/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints predicted team to face Preston as Still has major call to make in midfield]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC boss Will Still has a big decision to make in midfield against Preston this afternoon, following an injury to Shea Charles.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-predicted-team-to-face-preston-as-still-has-major-call-to-make-in-midfield/</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-predicted-team-to-face-preston-as-still-has-major-call-to-make-in-midfield/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Benali hoping for Aribo's Saints return against Preston this afternoon]]></title><description><![CDATA[Joe Aribo could get the opportunity he has been waiting for all season this afternoon and has to grab it with both hands if he gets the chance.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/benali-hoping-for-aribos-saints-return-against-preston-this-afternoon/</link><pubDate>Sat, 01 Nov 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/benali-hoping-for-aribos-saints-return-against-preston-this-afternoon/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Really important player' - Still details 'very annoying' Charles injury]]></title><description><![CDATA[Will Still admitted it is "very annoying" to lose Shea Charles to injury, with Southampton FC now nearly down to bare bones in midfield.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/really-important-player-still-details-very-annoying-charles-injury/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2025 17:00:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/really-important-player-still-details-very-annoying-charles-injury/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Got a feeling' - Heckingbottom warns Preston not to underestimate Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Preston North End boss Paul Heckingbottom has warned his players not to underestimate Saints based on their poor league position in the Championship.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/got-a-feeling-heckingbottom-warns-preston-not-to-underestimate-saints/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2025 12:10:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/got-a-feeling-heckingbottom-warns-preston-not-to-underestimate-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['I just want to win' - Fiery Scienza speaks from heart in first interview at Saints]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leo Scienza spoke from the heart as he demanded Southampton FC's players stop speaking and start winning games.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/i-just-want-to-win-fiery-scienza-speaks-from-heart-in-first-interview-at-saints/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/i-just-want-to-win-fiery-scienza-speaks-from-heart-in-first-interview-at-saints/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Ghosts from 18 years ago at Deepdale - can Saints stand strong this time?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Saints travelled to Preston that night with a sense of optimism, but instead they suffered a 5-1 humiliation/]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/ghosts-from-18-years-ago-at-deepdale-can-saints-stand-strong-this-time/</link><pubDate>Fri, 31 Oct 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/ghosts-from-18-years-ago-at-deepdale-can-saints-stand-strong-this-time/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['He wants to play' - Still shares frustration with Downes after injury and illness]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC boss Will Still revealed Flynn Downes is deeply frustrated that he has been forced to miss so many games with illness.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/he-wants-to-play-still-shares-frustration-with-downes-after-injury-and-illness/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2025 23:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/he-wants-to-play-still-shares-frustration-with-downes-after-injury-and-illness/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Door was never closed' - Aribo likely to make Saints return this weekend]]></title><description><![CDATA[Joe Aribo is likely to return to the matchday squad when Southampton FC face Preston on Saturday, manager Will Still has confirmed.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/door-was-never-closed-aribo-likely-to-make-saints-return-this-weekend/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2025 23:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/door-was-never-closed-aribo-likely-to-make-saints-return-this-weekend/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Severity of Charles injury confirmed as Still reveals three fresh concerns]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC boss Will Still confirmed that Shea Charles is out for a "significant" period as he revealed three new injury concerns ahead of facing Preston.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/severity-of-charles-injury-confirmed-as-still-reveals-three-fresh-concerns/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2025 15:46:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/severity-of-charles-injury-confirmed-as-still-reveals-three-fresh-concerns/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Every word Still said on fighting back, honest truths, new injuries and Preston]]></title><description><![CDATA[EVERY word Saints boss Will Still said ahead of facing Preston in the 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+0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/who-impressed-us-as-saints-earned-a-draw-with-real-madrid-at-st-marys/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA['Always nice' - Eckert delighted after Saints dig deep against Real Madrid]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC under-21s boss Tonda Eckert was delighted with how his side dug deep to secure a 1-1 draw against Real Madrid at St Mary's.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/always-nice-eckert-delighted-after-saints-dig-deep-against-real-madrid/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2025 11:22:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/always-nice-eckert-delighted-after-saints-dig-deep-against-real-madrid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bragg 'incredibly proud' after dramatic late draw against Real Madrid]]></title><description><![CDATA[Southampton FC under-21s captain Cam Bragg was "incredibly proud" of the resilience they showed to secure a late 1-1 draw against Real Madrid.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/bragg-incredibly-proud-after-dramatic-late-draw-against-real-madrid/</link><pubDate>Thu, 30 Oct 2025 04:30:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/bragg-incredibly-proud-after-dramatic-late-draw-against-real-madrid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Bazunu causes chaos from late corner as Saints U21s snatch draw against Real Madrid]]></title><description><![CDATA[Senior players Gavin Bazunu and Jay Robinson were surprise names on the teamsheet, while Cam Bragg and Nick Oyekunle also returned to Tonda Eckert's side.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/bazunu-causes-chaos-from-late-corner-as-saints-u21s-snatch-draw-against-real-madrid/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2025 22:15:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/bazunu-causes-chaos-from-late-corner-as-saints-u21s-snatch-draw-against-real-madrid/</guid></item><item><title><![CDATA[Saints U21s snatch dramatic late draw against Real Madrid - As it happened]]></title><description><![CDATA[Live Premier League International Cup updates as Southampton FC welcome Spanish giants Real Madrid.]]></description><link>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-u21s-snatch-dramatic-late-draw-against-real-madrid-as-it-happened/</link><pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2025 19:07:00 +0100</pubDate><guid>https://www.newslocker.com/en-uk/sport/southampton/saints-u21s-snatch-dramatic-late-draw-against-real-madrid-as-it-happened/</guid></item></channel></rss>