FarehamSaintJames Posted 17 February, 2023 Share Posted 17 February, 2023 (edited) I don’t entirely blame Nathan Jones. The football didn’t improve, but he shouldn’t have been appointed in the first place. That’s on SR. Ralph, as much as most are big fans, clearly something broke down at the end of last season and he should’ve gone in the summer. That’s on SR. Not getting a striker or wide player in the summer when it was clearly a priority. That’s on SR. Biying children, most of which with no experience and thinking they’re good enough for a semi-decent coach in the Premier League. That’s on SR. Im even going to use the abomination of a kit this season, as much as Hummel are the manufacturers, some numpty has signed off on it. Blame SR. Not just the above but so many other decisions have been screwed up by Sport Republic this season. Edited 17 February, 2023 by FarehamSaintJames Typos 16 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fan The Flames Posted 17 February, 2023 Share Posted 17 February, 2023 9 minutes ago, goodymatt said: Ankerson isn’t going anywhere. He is part of Sports Republic and although the investment is from Solak, he’s investing in Ankerson and Kraft’s idea/model. Selles, a well travelled coach but with no managerial experience is going to oversee 42% of our premier league season? Please tell me this is some sort of sick joke. Rushing to get Jesse Marsch in one minute, then realising Selles is the answer the next. How as fans are we supposed to get behind this? Because JM didn't want the gig and Selles is here and the alternative for now. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miserableoldgit Posted 17 February, 2023 Share Posted 17 February, 2023 https://sport.optus.com.au/news/all/os53566/epl-news-southampton-nathan-jones-gegenpod-reaction Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greedyfly Posted 17 February, 2023 Share Posted 17 February, 2023 On 16/02/2023 at 08:33, Master Bates said: Gerrard and Wilder rejected https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/football/steven-gerrard-handed-southampton-manager-29229627 They're not COMPLETELY incompetent then. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DT Posted 17 February, 2023 Share Posted 17 February, 2023 10 hours ago, Lighthouse said: Cant be arsed moving stuff right now but this seems to be one that hasn’t been locked yet, so feel free to carry on there. DT has yet to send a PM explaining how much of a wanker I am, so I’m not sure he is alps. Wanker. Only joking. Appreciate the work mods do. i reckon she does squirt too, though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeBizzier69 Posted 17 February, 2023 Share Posted 17 February, 2023 12 hours ago, Maggie May said: Do we have a Selles chant yet? Thin Spanish coacher. You’re just a thin Spanish coacher. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goodymatt Posted 17 February, 2023 Share Posted 17 February, 2023 36 minutes ago, Fan The Flames said: Because JM didn't want the gig and Selles is here and the alternative for now. I hope it is just for now and we are actually planning on replacing him ASAP. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Billy Posted 17 February, 2023 Share Posted 17 February, 2023 7 minutes ago, goodymatt said: I hope it is just for now and we are actually planning on replacing him ASAP. Who knows with this lot in charge, wouldn't be surprised if the groundsman is being checked out for the job. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toadhall Saint Posted 17 February, 2023 Share Posted 17 February, 2023 (edited) 58 minutes ago, FarehamSaintJames said: I don’t entirely blame Nathan Jones. The football didn’t improve, but he shouldn’t have been appointed in the first place. That’s on SR. Ralph, as much as most are big fans, clearly something broke down at the end of last season and he should’ve gone in the summer. That’s on SR. Not getting a striker or wide player in the summer when it was clearly a priority. That’s on SR. Biying children, most of which with no experience and thinking they’re good enough for a semi-decent coach in the Premier League. That’s on SR. Im even going to use the abomination of a kit this season, as much as Hummel are the manufacturers, some Nuno Ty has signed off on it. Blame SR. Not just the above but so many other decisions have been screwed up by Sport Republic this season. What can you/we do about it apart from moan in an internet forum? Edited 17 February, 2023 by Toadhall Saint 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Le Timmier Posted 17 February, 2023 Share Posted 17 February, 2023 (edited) 1 hour ago, FarehamSaintJames said: Im even going to use the abomination of a kit this season, as much as Hummel are the manufacturers, some Nuno Ty has signed off on it. Blame SR. Damn those Nuno Ty's Edited 17 February, 2023 by Le Timmier . 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Fan CaM Posted 17 February, 2023 Share Posted 17 February, 2023 51 minutes ago, FarehamSaintJames said: I don’t entirely blame Nathan Jones. The football didn’t improve, but he shouldn’t have been appointed in the first place. That’s on SR. Ralph, as much as most are big fans, clearly something broke down at the end of last season and he should’ve gone in the summer. That’s on SR. Not getting a striker or wide player in the summer when it was clearly a priority. That’s on SR. Biying children, most of which with no experience and thinking they’re good enough for a semi-decent coach in the Premier League. That’s on SR. Im even going to use the abomination of a kit this season, as much as Hummel are the manufacturers, some Nuno Ty has signed off on it. Blame SR. Not just the above but so many other decisions have been screwed up by Sport Republic this season. You seem to have a gift for re-stating the same things over and over, but re-arranged. These ‘nuggets’ may have some truth, but to be honest I think we get it now and the reality is, digging over the same dirt will not change the predicament the club faces. SR own the club…they probably didn’t want everything to go tits up, but hindsight’s a wonderful thing isn’t it? PS: I’m not sure publicly accusing the club of child trafficking is a good idea! ( 😂 ) 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Fan CaM Posted 17 February, 2023 Share Posted 17 February, 2023 25 minutes ago, LeBizzier69 said: Thin Spanish coacher. You’re just a thin Spanish coacher. Or…Rasmus’ poodle…you’re just Rasmus’ poodle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VectisSaint Posted 17 February, 2023 Share Posted 17 February, 2023 12 hours ago, Badger said: Why the recent fascination for Beattie coming back in some role ? Seems his pitchside performance at SMS the other week has sparked the interest. Perhaps Kenzie should be part of the coaching team as well. Or maybe bring Pahars back. It was suggested by Le Tissier. I think that's why it has arisen. I don't think anyone seriously thinks he would be a good manager (for Saints) but maybe he could add something to the coaching team, Selles certainly needs some assistance, since Jones sacking we have gone from 7 coaching staff to 4 (I assume Carl Martin, Andrew Sparkes and Alex Gross are still on board). Have to assume that at least 2 of those 3 carried out worthwhile (if unsuccessful) duties. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FarehamSaintJames Posted 17 February, 2023 Share Posted 17 February, 2023 27 minutes ago, Le Timmier said: Damn those Nuno Ty's Ffs *numpty* 🤣 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alain Perrin Posted 17 February, 2023 Share Posted 17 February, 2023 11 minutes ago, Fan The Flames said: Because JM didn't want the gig and Selles is here and the alternative for now. I do wonder if JM might join after the Leeds match. Probably ridiculous and the club PR afterwards suggests otherwise. RA has a chapter in his book, "If it ain't broke, break it" - looks like mission accomplished.... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dellman Posted 17 February, 2023 Share Posted 17 February, 2023 2 hours ago, Saint Fan CaM said: Or…Rasmus’ poodle…you’re just Rasmus’ poodle. I don't understand hostility to Selles before he has even started. Is it now old fashioned to think we back our own leaders whole heartedly until they have proved unworthy of support? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weston Super Saint Posted 17 February, 2023 Share Posted 17 February, 2023 1 minute ago, Dellman said: I don't understand hostility to Selles before he has even started. Is it now old fashioned to think we back our own leaders whole heartedly until they have proved unworthy of support? Or, and I could be way off the mark here, it could just be a bit of gallows humour from fans on an innernetz mong board having a bit of crazy bantz. Not everything posted is serious shit. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldNick Posted 17 February, 2023 Share Posted 17 February, 2023 1 hour ago, VectisSaint said: It was suggested by Le Tissier. I think that's why it has arisen. I don't think anyone seriously thinks he would be a good manager (for Saints) but maybe he could add something to the coaching team, Selles certainly needs some assistance, since Jones sacking we have gone from 7 coaching staff to 4 (I assume Carl Martin, Andrew Sparkes and Alex Gross are still on board). Have to assume that at least 2 of those 3 carried out worthwhile (if unsuccessful) duties. I wouldn't trust MLT to choose anybody after his debacle when putting forward the people to take the club on 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SotonianWill Posted 17 February, 2023 Share Posted 17 February, 2023 2 hours ago, Saint Fan CaM said: Or…Rasmus’ poodle…you’re just Rasmus’ poodle. hasn’t got the same ring to it as “nathan jones wanks off poodles fa la la la la la la la la” 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Fan CaM Posted 17 February, 2023 Share Posted 17 February, 2023 9 minutes ago, Dellman said: I don't understand hostility to Selles before he has even started. Is it now old fashioned to think we back our own leaders whole heartedly until they have proved unworthy of support? Mate…it’s a bit of fun on an Internet forum. To be fair though Selles is hardly a new starter and anyway the thrust of the jest is as much directed at the spectacularly poor decision making of Rasmus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Fan CaM Posted 17 February, 2023 Share Posted 17 February, 2023 1 minute ago, SotonianWill said: hasn’t got the same ring to it as “nathan jones wanks off poodles fa la la la la la la la la” Coffee duly ejected over screen moment!🤣 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaintZamboni Posted 17 February, 2023 Share Posted 17 February, 2023 https://insidefutbol.com/2023/02/17/i-wouldnt-even-go-shopping-there-manager-rules-out-southampton-job/595449/ Oh no, what ever will we do… Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miserableoldgit Posted 17 February, 2023 Share Posted 17 February, 2023 33 minutes ago, Dellman said: I don't understand hostility to Selles before he has even started. Is it now old fashioned to think we back our own leaders whole heartedly until they have proved unworthy of support? How long have you been on SaintsWeb?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smirking_Saint Posted 17 February, 2023 Share Posted 17 February, 2023 Lets get behind Selles and see where we are, Marsch was, IMO an obvious and available appointment but for whatever reason he didn’t want the gig Lampard/Gerrard I think would just take us backwards and/or waste more money when we eventually sack them Worth giving Selles a chance and see if any other names come out of the woodwork 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarvSFC Posted 17 February, 2023 Share Posted 17 February, 2023 15 minutes ago, SaintZamboni said: https://insidefutbol.com/2023/02/17/i-wouldnt-even-go-shopping-there-manager-rules-out-southampton-job/595449/ Oh no, what ever will we do… Anywhere he goes shopping goes straight into admin, so for the best! 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southner Posted 17 February, 2023 Share Posted 17 February, 2023 18 minutes ago, SaintZamboni said: https://insidefutbol.com/2023/02/17/i-wouldnt-even-go-shopping-there-manager-rules-out-southampton-job/595449/ Oh no, what ever will we do… Ah shucks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldNick Posted 17 February, 2023 Share Posted 17 February, 2023 34 minutes ago, SaintZamboni said: https://insidefutbol.com/2023/02/17/i-wouldnt-even-go-shopping-there-manager-rules-out-southampton-job/595449/ Oh no, what ever will we do… I think it is because the abuse he would take. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trousers Posted 17 February, 2023 Share Posted 17 February, 2023 (edited) Based on Selles' pre-match press conference alone, I say give hime the rest of the season and see what he can do. If he manages half as well as thinks and speaks then we could well strike gold.... (emotive/irrational I know, but that's my gut feel) Edited 17 February, 2023 by trousers 9 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coalman Posted 17 February, 2023 Share Posted 17 February, 2023 1 minute ago, trousers said: Based on Selles' pre-match press conference alone, I say give hime the rest of the season and see what he can do. If he manages half as well as thinks and speaks then we could well strike gold.... (emotive/irrational I know, but that's my gut feel) Totally agree. Leadership is about clarity and he communicated his views really well. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coalman Posted 17 February, 2023 Share Posted 17 February, 2023 11 minutes ago, OldNick said: I think it is because the abuse he would take. By the same token I wouldn't even go shopping in Portsmouth. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ted Bates Statue Posted 17 February, 2023 Share Posted 17 February, 2023 1 hour ago, Dellman said: I don't understand hostility to Selles before he has even started. Is it now old fashioned to think we back our own leaders whole heartedly until they have proved unworthy of support? We have a great record with caretaker managers. Considering he wasn't exactly first choice with Sport Republic's hierarchy, I wish him well but I don't have high hopes for him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goodymatt Posted 17 February, 2023 Share Posted 17 February, 2023 Marsch was the logical appointment, this is the cheap one. I was impressed with how he spoke too but we need to see positive on field changes before we can suggest this is an acceptable option for 16 PL games, IMO. I’ll get behind him and the team as that’s what we need to do but I remain pretty skeptical that this is the right decision, especially as I think we could have got Marsch with the right offer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badger Posted 17 February, 2023 Share Posted 17 February, 2023 3 hours ago, Dellman said: I don't understand hostility to Selles before he has even started. Is it now old fashioned to think we back our own leaders whole heartedly until they have proved unworthy of support? I don’t think there is hostility towards him, just towards the fuckwits who have got us into the position of a third manager of the season. 5 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nordic Saint Posted 17 February, 2023 Share Posted 17 February, 2023 7 hours ago, VectisSaint said: It was suggested by Le Tissier. I think that's why it has arisen. I don't think anyone seriously thinks he would be a good manager (for Saints) but maybe he could add something to the coaching team, Selles certainly needs some assistance, since Jones sacking we have gone from 7 coaching staff to 4 (I assume Carl Martin, Andrew Sparkes and Alex Gross are still on board). Have to assume that at least 2 of those 3 carried out worthwhile (if unsuccessful) duties. Does that mean Beattie hasn't had his booster jabs? 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baird of the land Posted 17 February, 2023 Share Posted 17 February, 2023 3 hours ago, goodymatt said: Marsch was the logical appointment, this is the cheap one. I was impressed with how he spoke too but we need to see positive on field changes before we can suggest this is an acceptable option for 16 PL games, IMO. I’ll get behind him and the team as that’s what we need to do but I remain pretty skeptical that this is the right decision, especially as I think we could have got Marsch with the right offer. Appointing a guy who got sacked by a relegation rival this season, because they thought he was getting them relegated, doesn’t fit the definition of logical to me. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bakovnetski Posted 17 February, 2023 Author Share Posted 17 February, 2023 23 hours ago, Maggie May said: Do we have a Selles chant yet? "Ruben, Ruben, Ruben Ruben whoaoaoaoaoooh. Do 'em, do 'em, do 'em do 'em whoaoaoaoaoooh." A la Kaiser Chiefs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkish Posted 17 February, 2023 Share Posted 17 February, 2023 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StrangelyBrown Posted 17 February, 2023 Share Posted 17 February, 2023 I'll be happy with Selles continuing beyond the Chelsea game if: - we don't get dicked - Janny B doesn't make the bench let alone starts - there is some semblance of a plan and that plan looks like it could actually result in us winning some games - we don't play 5 at the back 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Master Bates Posted 18 February, 2023 Share Posted 18 February, 2023 10 hours ago, Turkish said: Motherwell Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weston Super Saint Posted 18 February, 2023 Share Posted 18 February, 2023 2 minutes ago, Master Bates said: Motherwell She is, yes. Yours?? 11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Highfield Saint Posted 18 February, 2023 Share Posted 18 February, 2023 Is that turd shining yet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whitey Grandad Posted 18 February, 2023 Share Posted 18 February, 2023 10 minutes ago, Highfield Saint said: Is that turd shining yet? What a great name for a pub. The Shining Turd 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hypochondriac Posted 18 February, 2023 Share Posted 18 February, 2023 21 hours ago, OldNick said: I think it is because the abuse he would take. Fully deserved by the way. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Master Bates Posted 18 February, 2023 Share Posted 18 February, 2023 4 hours ago, Weston Super Saint said: She is, yes. Yours?? Don't know, I still haven't used the Ouija board yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wade Garrett Posted 18 February, 2023 Share Posted 18 February, 2023 I reckon Graham Potter could be available soon. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Matty 76 Posted 18 February, 2023 Share Posted 18 February, 2023 I think Selles will get it on the back of that, whether it's a bit reactionary or not, go for it. Hard to stress the importance of a new manager getting an immediate result and the players buying in to what he's doing. Taking that into Leeds and Leicester is absolutely massive, rather than having some other shit manager (because let's face it, that's all there is available) have to prove themselves and get the fans onside etc. It's his until the end of the season after that, I'd be pretty sure. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beatlesaint Posted 18 February, 2023 Share Posted 18 February, 2023 5 minutes ago, Saint Matty 76 said: I think Selles will get it on the back of that, whether it's a bit reactionary or not, go for it. Hard to stress the importance of a new manager getting an immediate result and the players buying in to what he's doing. Taking that into Leeds and Leicester is absolutely massive, rather than having some other shit manager (because let's face it, that's all there is available) have to prove themselves and get the fans onside etc. It's his until the end of the season after that, I'd be pretty sure. Yeah I think they will trust him with the job until the end of the season then take it from there. ‘As they said on Soccer Saturday at the moment we are the worst job in the Premier League but if we go down it would be the best job in The Championship. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint_clark Posted 18 February, 2023 Share Posted 18 February, 2023 Ruben Selles has absolutely flung to the top of the favourites list, 4/7 now. I got on it at 12/1 thankfully. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
striker Posted 18 February, 2023 Share Posted 18 February, 2023 I like the way Selles dresses, we should keep him. Seriously if the players want to play for the guy then keep him. Tactics are tactics, and everyone knows them. What makes the difference is players wanting to play, for whatever reason. Whether it is based on a manager reputation, like Klopp, or a younger guy like Selles who they like. We can either keep floundering around and find another Nathan Jones or keep the guy who just beat Chelsea. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S-Clarke Posted 18 February, 2023 Share Posted 18 February, 2023 I don't think you give it to him in the back of this, keep the dynamic as it is. You don't want to commit to him after 1 win (no matter how impressive) and then lose out on another manager further down the line. Nothing wrong with holding fire and keeping things as they are, re-asses them when we need to but no need to commit to him just yet. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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