TotalSaintsPod

VARstrating? VARcical? VARiable? VARking annoying(!!)? Call it what you want….!Yes, while Saints could have played better against Aston Villa, VAR (….and the humans operating it!) once again stole all the headlines.Despite a large amount of post-match emotion, Ben, Steve, Glen, Dan Sheldon (The Athletic) and Simon Peach (PA Media) do their best to exchange professional opinion on handballs, offsides, injuries and more!TSP147 also covers Monday’s deadline day (41:40), a lesser-spotted transfer request (47:15) and the latest TSP Fantasy Premier League standings (40:00).Lastly, ahead of tomorrow's trip to Old Trafford, there is a preview of the Manchester United game (52:35).If you'd like to listen then you can catch the Pod via the following links:acast: https://bit.ly/3teuG3qAmazon Music: https://amzn.to/3c8Ik1ViTunes: https://apple.co/39ANe6fSoundCloud: https://bit.ly/3aik6QoSpotify: https://spoti.fi/2Mfq1Oa

Saints secured their place in the FA Cup Fifth-Round, thanks to a well-deserved victory over current holders, Arsenal.Despite having to manage the world-class threat of Cedric Soares (and his ‘phenomenal crossing’….!), Ralph Hasenhüttl’s side showed plenty of energy and commitment throughout.Ben, Steve, Glen and Dan (Sheldon) reflect on the 1-0 win, alongside previewing Tuesday’s Premier League clash with The Gunners.TSP146 also includes a look at this week’s hummel (new kit deal) announcement (37:25) – reigniting a 30-year love affair with Saints – as well as Ghanaian side, Asante Kotoko SC, joining our International Club Partnership programme (39:25).Finally, there’s the latest view on Danny Ings ‘will he won’t he’ contract situation - aka ‘Ingsgate’ (44:25)!If you'd like to listen to the Pod episode, you can find it via any of these links:acast: https://bit.ly/2LRsRIZAmazon Music: https://amzn.to/3c8Ik1ViTunes: https://apple.co/2KQdkZqSoundCloud: https://bit.ly/3sWlq3FSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3pf0ra1

It just wasn’t Saints’ night!Despite undoubted effort, a threadbare squad and lack of creativity ultimately saw them lose 2-0 to Leicester City.The TSP panel join forces once again to pick the bones out of that King Power fixture.Having reported a £76.1m pre-tax loss, TSP145 also delves into Saints latest 2019/20 financial results (59:15 - if you're particularly interested in that sort of thing!!).There’s discussion on FA Cup rescheduling, Shrewsbury Town (a preview of that game can be found in TSP143) and the potential now for two ties in five days (79:35).Lastly, TSP’s latest International Supporters Club features Trevor Foy – the President of the Southampton Australian Supporters group and one of the key cogs in the Global Saints community.Trevor chats to Ben (29:45) about life ‘down under’, the evolution of SAS, how he’s helped connect Saints fans around the world, Guly de Prado and more!If you'd like to listen to the Pod episode then you can find it via any of the following links:acast: https://bit.ly/2LHCXvNAmazon Music: https://amzn.to/3aeUENiiTunes: https://apple.co/3bPlmggSoundCloud: https://bit.ly/35OYolvSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3qt24kB

With Saints FA Cup tie against Shrewsbury Town delayed (at least for now), TSP144 sees the regular panel start by answering some Patron questions. We cover a variety of topics including the January transfer window, the long-term future of Ralph Hasenhüttl’s ‘SFC playbook’, lockdown TV/book recommendations and more! Despite an ongoing desire to make TSP as professional in its production as possible, the first-batch of 2020/21 outtakes also rear their ugly head (46:30) – proving things don’t always go to plan (especially when you’re the host!). Lastly, ahead of visiting the King Power next weekend, there’s a preview of the Premier League fixture with Leicester City (54:55). If you'd like to listen to the Pod, you can find it via any of the below links: acast: https://bit.ly/38yUVckAmazon Music: https://amzn.to/3aeUENiiTunes: https://apple.co/2XraGMnSoundCloud: https://bit.ly/3bvbojMSpotify: https://spoti.fi/2XqN0aQ

It was a result that had Ralph Hasenhüttl on his knees at full-time (thankfully, in a good way!). The Austrian, with tears of joy flowing into a well-established beard, saw his young Saints side – missing several key players – secure a hard-fought victory over Liverpool. In this bonus, mid-week 'bite size' episode, TSP143b sees us reflect on some clever set-piece work, Danny Ings 50th Premier League goal, numerous matchday Academy graduates and Hasenhüttl’s own post-match emotion. Its not often you beat the Champions, so a moment to treasure for every Saint around the world! You can find the Pod episode via any of the following links: acast: https://bit.ly/2XbBUXcAmazon Music: https://amzn.to/3aeUENiiTunes: https://apple.co/3b9PRwYSoundCloud: https://bit.ly/3oo3fkQSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3hQzAyb

Yes, there was no way we could keep Glen waiting a whole week before celebrating his perfect predicition against them lot! 😉

Happy New Year! Yes, TSP kick-off 2021 by reflecting on a ‘what might have been’ Christmas period for Saints. Two 0-0 draws – against Fulham and West Ham – bringing a couple of points, but not much excitement! We discuss some of the more interesting elements of those matches – including Saints manager, Ralph Hasenhüttl, having to ‘work from home’! TSP143 also includes previews of the Premier League fixture with Liverpool (23:15) and the FA Cup tie with Shrewsbury Town (38:15). Ahead of that St. Mary’s 3rd Round match, Ollie Warner (Host of Salopcast) drops in to give a more detailed ‘opposition view’ on Steve Cotterill’s League One side. If you'd like to listen to the Pod then you can find it via any of these links: acast: https://bit.ly/38QkHYwAmazon Music: https://amzn.to/3aeUENiiTunes: https://apple.co/3hByHcQSoundCloud: https://bit.ly/2LlJgV6Spotify: https://spoti.fi/38aUxAR

Well.....we've made it!! What a year its been. Despite many of us having various day-to-day battles to try and overcome, Saints have at least provided some consistent joy throughout 2020. I've tried to reflect on their progress - on and off the pitch - via the latest Total Saints Opinion. https://www.totalsaints.co.uk/post/total-saints-opinion-2020-a-year-to-forget-unless-you-re-saints Finally, I'd/we'd like to wish all of you a very Happy New Year. All the best for 2021! See you on the other side... B

It was a case of ‘what might have been’ for Saints this week – with a frustrating draw at Arsenal followed up by a disappointing loss to Manchester City. However, Ralph Hasenhuttl’s side proved in both matches just how far they’ve come, giving more than competitive performances against two of the ‘Big 6’. The four of us get together for one last time in 2020, reflecting on the significant moments from those games. TSP142 also includes a preview of the upcoming Christmas fixture against Fulham and West Ham United (43:00), as well as the now traditional TSP Christmas Quiz (31:00) – but which panel member comes out victorious? If you'd like to listen to the Pod then you can get it via any of these channels: acast: https://bit.ly/3rfLgie Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3aeUENi iTunes: https://apple.co/3p8XDuM SoundCloud: https://bit.ly/37BzvuQ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/37DdYSx Otherwise, thanks for listening to TSP in 2020, have a very Merry Christmas and lets all hope for a happier and healthier 2021!

Thanks guys. Glad you enjoyed it. Hopefully I did Sir Rickie justice! B

Just in case you don't follow the Total Saints Podcast thread on here - but still fancy listening to Rickie Lambert talk about his journey with Saints - thought I would post this as a seperate 'one off' this time. Cheers B

In modern day footballing terms, few stories navigate the emotional rollercoaster more than that of Rickie Lambert. From beetroot factory to beating Scotland, Lambert proved to become one of our greatest ever signings. In this special, pre-Christmas edition of Total Saints Podcast, TSP141 sees Ben Stanfield catch up exclusively with ‘Southampton’s goal machine’. Conversation covers Lambert’s arrival at St. Mary’s, working with Alan Pardew, Nigel Adkins and Mauricio Pochettino, fitness and nutrition, winning at Wembley, proving doubters wrong, arriving in the Premier League and THAT England goal! In an extended episode, enjoy a unique chance to hear from a footballer who was quite simply adored by everyone who loves Saints. If you'd like to catch the Pod episode, you can find it via any of these links: acast: https://bit.ly/37iE3WK Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3aeUENi iTunes: https://apple.co/3afzxKC SoundCloud: https://bit.ly/38ayKYV Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3gPsV6P

Sorry Simon! Busy day with work (the one that actually pays the bills! 😁) Will upload the proper links now

Thanks LeBizzier. Really glad you enjoyed it. Was a privilege talking to him. Hopefully I did him/his Saints career justice! B

Thanks to a dominant performance throughout, Saints ruthlessly put Sheffield United (‘The Blades’) to the sword this weekend. The game ending 3-0.We reflect on a win that saw Ralph Hasenhüttl’s side move to 23 points from twelve Premier League games.TSP140 also includes the latest ‘Red & White Insight’ feature, with Greg Baker (Head of the Saints Foundation) dropping in for a chat about 2020, as well as a look ahead to next year (26:20).With a busy pre-Christmas schedule now underway, the Pod also previews two tough-looking fixtures for Saints over the next seven days - firstly the trip to Arsenal, then Manchester City’s visit to St. Mary’s (49:00)If you'd like to listen to the Pod episode you can get it via any of these links:acast: https://bit.ly/37g6hRXAmazon Music: https://amzn.to/3kNwzzmiTunes: https://apple.co/346fWIUSoundCloud: https://bit.ly/2W9QspxSpotify: https://spoti.fi/37fjMkY

With McBurnie getting the winner... 😉🤦🏼‍♂️

Ralph Hasenhüttl celebrated his second anniversary as Southampton manager with a hard-fought, 2-1 win over Brighton & Hove Albion. The victory also saw Saints become the 11th Premier League representative to achieve 1,000 points. Ben, Steve and Glen discuss the key talking points from the match – including Jannik Vestergaard’s (or VesterGOD!?) dominant performance…..and VAR! TSP139 also includes the panel’s thoughts on Ralph’s 2-years in charge (25:20), Jan Bednarek’s new contract and previews Sheffield United’s visit to St. Mary’s next Sunday (49:15). In addition to all that, the latest ‘TSP – International Supporters Club’ sees Bharathvishal Maheshkumar join the Pod to chat all things ‘Southampton FC India’ (32:30) Should you like to listen to the Pod, you can find it via any of these links: acast: https://bit.ly/2JPWsRX Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/37Q4SRh iTunes: https://apple.co/3n86QTE SoundCloud: https://bit.ly/371K9dT Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3qIkSgF

Fear not, Simon......here it is! 😁

Wouldn’t argue with many of the above - although would have to go for Warnock. Horrible piece of work (especially when he loses/lost). Can’t stand him!

Not for the first time at St. Mary’s, it was late heartache against Manchester United this weekend. But let’s not dwell on that too much.... While James Ward-Prowse added to his successful quota of free-kicks, Jan Bednarek extended an unwanted, personal record! As per normal, we try our best to work through the key talking points of a game that, once again, toyed with every emotion. TSP138 also covers the impending return of fans (albeit in small quantities) to the Premier League (22:45) and previews Saints next fixture, a visit to Brighton and Hove Albion (34:45). Fingers crossed that Saints get 'back on track' at the Amex! Anyway, if you'd like to catch up with the Pod you can find it via any of these links: acast: https://bit.ly/2JozalJ Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3kNwzzm iTunes: https://apple.co/33qm1je SoundCloud: https://bit.ly/39t3tCO Spotify: https://spoti.fi/33sGZxA

After yet another international break, Saints return to Premier League action this week with a tough looking trip to Molineux. We therefore preview the fixture against Wolverhampton Wanderers ending, as per normal, with a range of varied score predictions! Alongside that, TSP137 sees us reflect on Oriol Romeu’s new contract (25:35), highlight a great initiative being run by Saints DSA (Disabled Supporters Association) and celebrate a couple of birthdays (including Saints turning 135 years old!). Lastly, in the latest ‘International Supporters Club’, we welcome Gjermund Vik from the Norwegian Southampton Supporters (32:50). Gjermund talks about the history of one of Saints most northerly (and oldest) supporters’ groups, his own memories of watching the Club over the years, his friendship with Claus Lundekvam and more! If you'd like to catch up with the episode, you can find it via any of these links: acast: https://bit.ly/2J2m8Kt Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3kNwzzm iTunes: https://apple.co/398nNsE SoundCloud: https://bit.ly/2Ks6mJj Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2UTNFQK

Decided, having signed his new contract, that I’d chuck some (probably rusty) words together about Oriol, for this week’s Total Saints Opinion. https://www.totalsaints.co.uk/post/total-saints-opinion-oriol-romeu-effectiveness-over-sexiness

Cheers guys! 😇

Although there's no 'on field' action for Saints this weekend, we've managed to make the most of a quieter period by getting some 'off field' reaction. Yes, in our third 'Red & White Insight', Saints CEO, Martin Semmens, kindly agreed to catch up with ourselves again. TSP136 sees him reflecting on a number of topical subjects including Saints reaching the summit of the Premier League, keeping Ralph Hasenhuttl, player contracts, fans returning to St. Mary's, the '5 subs' rule, Danny Ings recovery, takeover progress, coverage of the Women's team and more! Hopefully it'll go some way to 'filling any void' until the Wolves game arrives! If you'd like to listen to the Pod, you can find it via any of these channels: acast: https://bit.ly/3lwdsdx Amazon Music: https://amzn.to/3kNwzzm iTunes: https://apple.co/38FNYae SoundCloud: https://bit.ly/3eUmdeZ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/36M1mqL

Don't encourage them! 😉