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A very predictable development. Dragon was sold an investment/PR opportunity. It has turned mega sour, and I'm sure part of him wants rid of what has become a millstone. Hopefully the other part wants to see the project through. As others have said White or Jordan were probably encouraged to mention it. Looking to see what turns up I guess. Frankly it fills me with dread and images of SISU come to mind. Nobody minted is buying Saints, not in its present state. Feels like the club is in a very vulnerable state at the moment Guess we need to brace ourselves for sales and expectations being lowered. The one bright spot is the performance of the B team and Under 18. These things are relative to whoever they are playing obviously, but it feels like there is something there to use as a launch pad .

Stewart was adequate sums it up really. He's scored in the Championship before so there is some hope The club have to address our woeful attacking options next year. I think we can assume Onuachu and Sulemana will be sold. Hope that Sheffield Utd win the play offs and have to buy BBD. Someone might buy Archer, you never know. That at least will give the club an opportunity to bring in a forward and or give room for some youngsters to be brought on. Whoever is manager has a massive job ahead of him.

Business as usual really, Fulham are a tidy outfit and are well managed. Way too good for Saints. I thought Sessegnon was outstanding today. No way Fulham keep him next year. Berge was a big bully who just owned the midfield. We had a bigger lump in Les but he hardly featured. I thought Stewart did well, bodes well for next year. THB yet again was constantly out of position, reckless, and easily bypassed. Playing 5 at the back just invites trouble. Fernades was marked out of the game. He'll have to learn to live with that. Da Silva could see Saints were tiring so brought on 3 subs. Nothing special but they put our fading team under even more pressure. Time and time Fulham attacked Manning. He struggled to contain Traore and the crosses were firing in. He had zero support in front of him, and Stephens should have been pushed out to support him. Or maybe even play Dibling on the right where he can actually make a difference. I'd have brought Wellington on to support Manning, and gamed that match out for the point. 13 corners to 0 tells you all you need to know really.

Ha silly mistake. It's Wrexham next for them. Hell of a run they're on though

Good point In fairness he's managing in a pretty desperate situation up there. Bit harsh to judge him on that. Nathan Jones has won 10 drawn 2 and lost 1 in his last 13 matches. Now on the verge of the autos, and his team just dicked Wrexham ( in his plus column). Would we want him back? Nb Wycombe not Wrexham thank MLG

Leicester have had almost as grim a record of appointing managers as we have. I almost feel sorry for them if they appoint Martin. Personally I wouldn't be disappointed to see them appoint Rohl. His record is looking grimmer every week. Which leaves Saints further up the creek.

A good draw, looked so much better when Rusk changed to 4 at the back. That will give them some confidence going into the last 5 games COYS

Deserved that

Too right , THB is the weakest of those three at the moment. I accept that bar is very low.

What the hell were Manning and Bednarek doing there. What a soft goal Arse

This with shiny knobs on. Maybe give Dibling or Stewart a run out, but that's it No one needs to be given a game. The game is at a deathly pace anyway, so no body will be tired.

Good half time, I can watch the cricket for a while. A better feel good factor with Hampshire right now. Not too bad a half for Saints. West Ham are pretty poor, absolutely no intensity in their play at all. Commentators accused JWP of deliberately missing. That was a bit strong. I reckon Dibling on for Onuachu, who's main strategy seems to be falling on people. Problem is we all know exactly how this game is probably going to pan out, but at 0 0 there is always a sliver of hope.

Another likely defeat but I reckon Saints could squeeze a draw out of this. West Ham are playing with fire flirting with relegation. Almost certainly safe this year, but it doesn't bode well for next year. They'll be tense knowing full well that losing to Saints will be calamitous for their dignity. Nearly everybody else has handed us our arse, they'll want and should do the same. Saints have an opportunity to take advantage of that, and make life difficult for West Ham. A lot depends on whether our players put in a 'I'm in the shop window' performance, and Rusk keeps most of the subs on the bench. There were some good moments in the Palace and Villa game. Try and keep that going for 90 minutes. Not too much to ask is it.

Probably will, I've had a season ticket since the early 90s. Hard to envisage a life without one. Having said that motivating myself to go has been difficult this year. Football is a family event for us so other factors in play. What might sway me is the ridiculous KO times. Lots of non 3pm games for Saints next year. The early Saturday KO are going to be particularly awkward. See what the fixture list throws up I suppose. Problem is I can be all billy big bollocks about not renewing, but I know I am pathetic and shallow. A new manager and some player movement, will have me all enthusiastic until August.

Not sure why there is all the moaning. It was just the same as every other match. They aren't good enough to play in this league and every game reinforces that. Until the pen Stephens had actually had a good game. Put in some crunching tackles and was fighting hard. The moment the subs came on the side lost cohesion and the ball. Villa took advantage of that pretty clinically. They are a good side, not overly bothered about the result. It is what it is No way the likes of Hull cause us that much trouble. No need to start wobbling. It will be a new season, the usual reset. Hopefully the new manager can bring whatever players we have together, into a effective unit.

Quiet here at StMarys as well. A nothing game, better defending from Saints but other than a couple of slick moves, the passing has been pretty grim. Ref is poor as well , getting duped by Villa. Nevertheless still in the game.

I know I'm on my own here, so hard hat on. However I have seen most of his appearances, and yes I think he could have featured more. He'd have needed careful game management, but I'm sure we wouldn't have seen the weak as piss effort ABK put in. My main issue is that the team was screaming out for a defensive midfielder. Ronnie goes on loan to QPR and pops up in their midfield. Did no one at the club think about trying Ronnie there in cup games and sub appearances. Might not have worked but an opportunity lost. Same for Wood, you are right there. I thought he put in some decent performances but seemed to lose his way.

Ok so forum opinion is against me on this one, fair enough. However I remain convinced that he could have been a better option than Wood, Stephens, THB when out of form, and definitely ABK. Obviously not thrown straight in, but a decent manager could have cultivated that talent. If he wants off that contract will be worthless. We've seen that enough times. So there 😃

Nothing pisses me off more, than seeing one of our few decent players strutting his stuff for another side. Stupid decision to send him on loan. Why the hell would he come back here. Guess the new manager might persuade him.

Lallana is an interesting one. No question of pedigree and commitment. He was very vocal when I saw him play. I wouldn't be surprised to see him in a role somewhere. Imagine if Rusk and Lallana turn a few wins in the next 7 games. Could be interesting

I saw Liam Rosenior mentioned on Twitter. He seems a possibility. Did well at Hull and 16 wins at Strasbourg.

I've seen my team relegated 5 times. This one is by far the worst, and totally humiliating. Four home games left and I'm really struggling to raise the enthusiasm to go. I have never felt that way before. I wonder if SR realise the damage they have done to the supporter base. They'll have a shock with next year's season ticket sales The owners have cocked it up big time. Saints were relegated in August due to their incompetence. I suggest they stay off social media and reflect on their errors. It will take them a while. First job get rid of the 'relegation' stink. That means a clear out of players and staff who can't take us forward. Having made poor managerial appointments previously, they really need to get it right this time. Rohl does not excite me one bit. Cricket season now, Hampshire won so there's that.

True but he is clearly injured otherwise Juric would have him out there.

Let's not bother defending, that's a fun idea. Just dreadful and absolutely nothing on the bench to change anything.

Ridiculous but still 1 0, still a chance Edit very very small chance 2 0 now