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Turkish

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  On 25/05/2024 at 06:30, CB Fry said:

Thanks to Rishi it now looks like it is going to fucking piss it down tomorrow.

What's our record like in the rain?

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Never lost a play off final when it’s rained 

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david in sweden

david in sweden

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Some of the " name  pundits " in the media are making Leeds the favourites - well good ...say I.

It's puts the pressure on Leeds to perform,  and as " underdogs" should give Saints the freedom to play the way we know they can. 

Sadly I can't be at Wembley, but will be first in front of the TV with the grandchildren in Stockholm to cheer us on to victory .

COYR ..( or whatever colours we will be wearing).

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die Mannyschaft

die Mannyschaft

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  On 23/05/2024 at 12:09, Saintbarry235 said:

What time is everyone thinking of arriving at Wembley ? I’m planning on arriving at 11am to soak up all the atmosphere, anyone think that’s too early ? 

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11.45 at latest. If ticket doesn't scan then it's a 30 to 45 min queue for reprint. I'm hanging about later pending a correct result!

warsash saint

warsash saint

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  On 24/05/2024 at 18:38, Huffton said:

Coaches have come a long way since the 80's, wc and USBs are pretty much standard (if they work). Good chance the driver/s will be skates though...

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Yeah what is with all coach drivers being skates??  We had one for the Newcastle away league cup game last year!  C*ck decided to come home around the closed M25 (clearly sign posted) resulting in us getting home at 7am...last time i venture back on the bingo buses!!

RobJones1971

RobJones1971

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Been away all week so had ticket roulette when I got in.


Thankfully they are on the doormat, so that is one drama avoided. Now let’s go for tomorrow and all get behind the Saints (including Rishi for this one day only special!!).

COYS!!!!

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for_heaven's_Saint

for_heaven's_Saint

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With Che fit, I think it has to be the same 11 that started at Elland Road:

 

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 Very harsh on Brookes and Fraser but think that's our best 11 with everyone in their strongest position.  Also means we have those 2, plus Stewart and Edozie to come off the bench.

 

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SNSUN

SNSUN

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Reminder the Piccadilly Line has Engineering Work all weekend between Acton Town and King's X just on the off chance any of you were going to use car parks at stations. RRB is running. Hopefully that should lower footfall for me so I can watch the game without disruption!

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Huffton

Huffton

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  On 25/05/2024 at 11:44, warsash saint said:

Yeah what is with all coach drivers being skates??  We had one for the Newcastle away league cup game last year!  C*ck decided to come home around the closed M25 (clearly sign posted) resulting in us getting home at 7am...last time i venture back on the bingo buses!!

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The travel club uses Lucketts who are based in Fareham. 

Saint Fan CaM

Saint Fan CaM

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I’m watching the FA Cup, purely from the point of view that City’s style is so similar to ours but with top players. However, it’s worrying to see United 0-2 up at half-time with less of the possession. At a higher level obviously, it’s a concern that City are playing just like we might expect Saints to play…slow build up with little penetration into the oppo defence and getting done on the break. I hope Russ makes sure we take charge and provide their defenders much to think about.

saint lard

saint lard

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I’m starting to get the nerves kicking. If I’m honest I’m shitting myself. 
thankfully I have a stoma so it’s not all bad. 🤷🏻‍♂️

My skate mates are relishing it,for the chance to take the piss. 🤦🏻

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Ted Bates Statue

Ted Bates Statue

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Looking for train advice - I usually drive but looking at taking train up from Basingstoke to Paddington around 11. Am I being vastly over-optimistic? Surely wouldn't be rammed as most would be heading into Waterloo.

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Dusic

Dusic

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  On 25/05/2024 at 13:18, for_heaven's_Saint said:

With Che fit, I think it has to be the same 11 that started at Elland Road:

 

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 Very harsh on Brookes and Fraser but think that's our best 11 with everyone in their strongest position.  Also means we have those 2, plus Stewart and Edozie to come off the bench.

 

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Makes complete sense but I think Adams is more likely to be a sub.

Assuming Stewart can only play 20mins or so we would be quite light in terms of impact from the bench if Adams starts, especially if ET is required.

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Whitey Grandad

Whitey Grandad

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  On 25/05/2024 at 15:24, saint lard said:

I’m starting to get the nerves kicking. If I’m honest I’m shitting myself. 
thankfully I have a stoma so it’s not all bad. 🤷🏻‍♂️

My skate mates are relishing it,for the chance to take the piss. 🤦🏻

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Somewhat surprisingly I’m ambivalent about a Saints game for possibly the first time ever. I’d like us to win but I’m not sure I want the prize that goes with it.

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gio1saints

gio1saints

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My head says go with the back five and line up that did a good job before at Leeds. My heart says go with the front three from WBA home and take it to them from the start like we are the home team. And win in style. I have no idea which is better to start but I suspect it will be the back five with the more open game reserved for latter stages if required. 
NB. Brooks played his best game for saints that last match - was it a one off or not- because he’s been iffy tbh with us - but if THAT is his true level and he can repeat it he must get on the pitch. 

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benali-shorts

benali-shorts

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  On 25/05/2024 at 15:01, Saint Fan CaM said:

I’m watching the FA Cup, purely from the point of view that City’s style is so similar to ours but with top players. However, it’s worrying to see United 0-2 up at half-time with less of the possession. At a higher level obviously, it’s a concern that City are playing just like we might expect Saints to play…slow build up with little penetration into the oppo defence and getting done on the break. I hope Russ makes sure we take charge and provide their defenders much to think about.

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Yes. City have made a right mess of this possession-based football over the last few seasons. 

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Saint_clark

Saint_clark

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  On 25/05/2024 at 15:01, Saint Fan CaM said:

I’m watching the FA Cup, purely from the point of view that City’s style is so similar to ours but with top players. However, it’s worrying to see United 0-2 up at half-time with less of the possession. At a higher level obviously, it’s a concern that City are playing just like we might expect Saints to play…slow build up with little penetration into the oppo defence and getting done on the break. I hope Russ makes sure we take charge and provide their defenders much to think about.

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They also just won the league playing that style of football. 

The style itself isn't an issue, it's the fact we won't be able to attract/afford the level of players required play it effectively in the premier league.

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stknowle

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  On 25/05/2024 at 16:06, Whitey Grandad said:

Somewhat surprisingly I’m ambivalent about a Saints game for possibly the first time ever. I’d like us to win but I’m not sure I want the prize that goes with it.

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I want to see us fucking win something (AS IN A BIG MATCH LIKE THIS NOT NECESSARILY AN ACTUAL ONE OF THE 3 TROPHIES THAT ARE AVAILABLE DOMESTICALLY AT THE START OF A SEASON). Just for once. The JPT don’t cut it and I’m too young to remember 76. 2nd place promotions are fine but it’s not actually winning. I’m not that bothered about playing in the Prem next year but I’ll be fucking gutted if I’m denied the joy of winning this match.

 

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Saint Marky

Saint Marky

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  On 25/05/2024 at 16:55, sfc4prem said:

I'd imagine the roads will be nightmarish.

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I hope not as we are driving up tomorrow. We drove to the cup final in Cardiff and from memory,it wasn’t too bad, but when we drove up to the final, when we was robbed by a bent linesman, I remember it was pretty chocka getting to park by the stadium. We are parked by the stadium again, so going to leave about 9:30.

Convict Colony

Convict Colony

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  On 25/05/2024 at 17:21, SaintsFan86 said:

I don't think I could handle the crushing defeat tomorrow. Please Saints! Win the final.

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Come on bro we are saints fans, winning makes us feel weird.

Am strangely conflicted, i want us to win but again i am not too upset about being in the championship, i think the overriding desire to get promoted tho is down to the nonce in the 2nd Tier podcast who hates Martin so would like us to win just to see that tractor driving cock eat humble pie.

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whelk

whelk

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  On 25/05/2024 at 17:34, stknowle said:

I want to see us fucking win something. Just for once. The JPT don’t cut it and I’m too young to remember 76. 2nd place promotions are fine but it’s not actually winning. I’m not that bothered about playing in the Prem next year but I’ll be fucking gutted if I’m denied the joy of winning this match.

 

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This is winning ‘3rd place ‘ so don’t know why that will satisfy you - it isn’t a real trophy

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Challenger

Challenger

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Iam neither excited or concerned about this game to be honest. Does that make me a laid back, mellow chap or as my wife says, a cold , stoney feelingless sod ?

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ChristopheVAFC

ChristopheVAFC

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ready for tomorrow, my friends!

You've got the whole of Valenciennes behind you!

Go Saint's Go Southampton !!

photo taken from the gates of the Stade du Hainaut in Valenciennes

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Totton Saint

Totton Saint

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  On 25/05/2024 at 13:02, Wade Garrett said:

Media have been all over Leeds.  Fuck knows why, horrible club.

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The Telegraph  sSport had a whole double page spread on Leeds but not a word about the saints. IT REMINDS ME OF THE HYPE IN THE 1976 CUP FINAL when no paper gave Saits a prayer anewe beat man U. So let's hope w e confound the pundits again.

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RobJones1971

RobJones1971

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  On 25/05/2024 at 18:26, ChristopheVAFC said:

ready for tomorrow, my friends!

You've got the whole of Valenciennes behind you!

Go Saint's Go Southampton !!

photo taken from the gates of the Stade du Hainaut in Valenciennes

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Loving this!!! Will start keeping an eye out for Valenciennes results next season 😀

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RobJones1971

RobJones1971

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  On 25/05/2024 at 17:15, waylander said:

Anyone driving - remember the M3 from J4A to the M25 is a 50 mph zone with average speed cameras (and they work)

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Drove it this morning and traffic was a nightmare mid-morning. If you are driving this route I’d leave very early. 

The Cat

The Cat

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  On 25/05/2024 at 18:52, RobJones1971 said:

Drove it this morning and traffic was a nightmare mid-morning. If you are driving this route I’d leave very early. 

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Sunday of Bank Holiday weekend normally quieter traffic wise. Plus if it's going to rain less people will be out for the day

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