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Tootle puffer here. Are you TPD ready? Sent from my SM-G850F using Tapatalk

It's very interesting reading the Everton fan's views on here (assuming they ARE Everton fans) and their assumption that an owner with cash instantly leads to glory and world class players. Players of that quality of course want the big bucks, but they also want the Champions League bonuses. That's why the genuinely world class players go to the traditionally "big" clubs (although Leicester's buying strategy will be an interesting case study this season). It's as simple as that. So for Everton fans to come on here and say we could take this player or that player just because we can is utter ****e. £100m isn't going to buy you what you think this window, because all the teams out there, especially overseas, know how much cash is waiting to be spent - demand and supply. The truth of the matter is that the big clubs will continue to recruit the big players. Those clubs who have invested in their scouting network will continue to make considered signings. And those clubs who are neither will throw stupid money at "names" with no conceivable long term strategy other than buy, buy, buy. I know which category we fall into and I know which category Everton now fall into. A team with a plan and considered investment, or a team going guts out for glory - which would you prefer? RK hasn't covered himself in glory but in truth, who here wouldn't leave their current job if offered a massive pay rise elsewhere? I'm not saying he goes with my good wishes, but that's life. If he wasn't going to sign an extension then this is with out doubt the best thing that could happen to Saints - a nice pay off and on to the next department head Stick to the plan. We March On.

Austin's hammy gone too. Hopefully Shlong's knock isn't too bad or we down to Pelle and his flicks for Sunderland.

Sat in the Chapel, after the sending off I spotted Bertrand getting instructions from a member of the coaching staff (presumably), who was stood on the Kingsland-side touchline. The guy then legged it back up to the camera gantry at the top of the stand where it looked like he put some sort of earpiece back in. Never seen that before, although the same guy always legs it across the pitch and disappears down the tunnel at half time. Anyway, he comes down again about 10 minutes later to say something to Bertrand, Clattenberg legs it over and tells him to f*** off. Clearly he was getting instructions from the bench for that side of the pitch. Guess there must be some sort of law against coaching from outside of the dugout hence the ref's reaction. Interesting that we've thought to do that though.

Just happened upon this. So much seeth, especially the first bloke (after the presenter). Definitely worth watching the first 5 minutes or so

If he's on £75k/week, I want to know why he's using such classy establishments as Sublime Tanning in Woolston for his beauty treatments? Saw him go in there yesterday afternoon, true story

As ever it will all come down to who offers the highest wages. End of story.

http://www.fansnetwork.co.uk/football/queensparkrangers/news/36364/

2 teams with a good start to the season. Both playing with confidence but maybe a 4-2 reverse has knocked Swansea a bit? Even so, I predict it's down to the managers. Monk has done well but I think RK with his experience will out think him in a 1-0 away win.

Forget about being able to watch the game. When my lad was that age, and a bit older he was quickly bored and looking for distractions/ways out all the time. I think about 15 mins into the 1st half is the record for wanting to go home. He's 6 now and absolutely loves it, so you're just gonna have to ride it out as there is no easy answer.

Veho have been doing a "mates rates" offer recently, so if you know anyone down there... Not sure if it would apply to Saints branded products or not though.

Haven't purchased anything yet but do know Steve and can confirm he is a top bloke. Genuine 100% Saints fan, saw him in the West Quay store on Saturday surveying the sea of shirts with his business, which he built from scratch, plastered all over them. He's struggling to wipe the smile off his face atm!

It's time to get Lallana, Lambo and Luke Leftback on. The Liverpool way isn't working, time to inject a bit of South Coast in this bunch of c*nts (before Lambo forgets it).

Absolutely clueless on possession. Really bad. Started this tournament not expecting much from England but still find myself getting wound up about their performances.

I was in the Chapel and between full time and the players coming back out, Luke Shaw came over with Harrison Reed, had a chat with some people down the front and gave his shirt to someone. It seemed pre-conceived, as opposed to just chucking it into the crowd, but I couldn't work out what or why. Anyone get wind of what was said? Good atmosphere today, I thought the Utd fans were in good spririt too, rather than being their usual arrogant selves. All in all a very enjoyable season. As ever, we won't know anything about what's going on in the club until it's reported on the OS, so all speculation on here is exactly that. I get that people on here need to be a part of the rumours and hearsay. That's great and will no doubt help to fill the long slow summer days, but as someone above very sensibly suggested, I'm steering clear of this place until pre-season and/or we get some solid newsflow. Have an enjoyable World Cup all and here's to next season COYR!

About 130 left to get. Have used http://www.swapstick.com with some success too. All bought in and around Southampton so far. Struggling for shinies on the 1st page atm.

Thanks for the links, very enjoyable

Bump. This. Anyone?

Thanks alot. Have a badger for your troubles.

Can anyone provide a link to a stream of today's game or link the old thread for live streams?

First and foremost we need to keep the key players in the squad for next season. That is absolutely fundamental. After that, I'd like a GK, LB, CB, MF and a ST. Apart from that we should be fine.

One in, one out. Confirmed.

Cracking game tonight, really enjoyed it. The battle between Shaw and Sagna went on all game and was excellent too. Gallagher showed real potential, not fazed at all. Who drops to the bench for Big Vic then? Nobody in my opinion. Would be very harsh if Cork has to sit out after 3 consecutive MoMs. 13 points between 10th and 8th and we're smack bang in the middle of it.

Down to 41 and still nothing.

http://www.theguardian.com/football/ng-interactive/2013/dec/100-greatest-footballers-2013 Down to 71 so far. Astonished to see Alexis Sanchez in the 90's, class player. If he's voted in as high as that I fear for the chances of any Saints players getting in. Who do you think should get in?