Whitey Grandad

But this is neither winter nor summer so what does that mean?

Bothered?

Good choice. Are we allowed loanees?

It was awful on Saturday. I was standing in the centre circle and I couldn't understand a word. God knows how the players manage.

Midfield's a bit lightweight.

I've never heard this before, Dalek, tell me, do you think that England's decline has anything to do with Hoddle not being appointed again? Please tell me if you've heard this before.

Works for me.

Give him a few more months and I'm sure he will get better still.

I'll give them all 10 out of 10. Well, maybe 9 for not winning the title.

Can we afford it? Two seasons running?

Great news! Now all we need is my grey umbrella...

We're always open to offers, everybody is.

Well, he would, wouldn't he? Yes, yes, far too young, needs another ten years of top flight success at Southampton first, a couple of titles, a few cups, one or two Champions League wins...

Yes, very dignified. I shall look out for their results next season.

When are the fixtures announced?

We are the 'elite' now!

I really don't have a clue.

One other advantage of automatic promotion is that the rebuilding can begin straight away. Those in the playoffs have to wait another two weeks.

Can I start now please?

Miss: Singing 'we're Southampton, we're top of the league' Looking forward to: Taking 6 points off Man U.

Not as unusual but no yellow cards.

I must admit that when I saw the shots of the players celebrating I was wondering what thoughts were going through the heads of those who must be considered fringe players. At the very least they will have 'promoted to the Premier League' written on their CVs. But I agree, as Winston Churchill said: "We may allow ourselves a brief period of rejoicing; but let us not forget for a moment the toil and efforts that lie ahead".

West Ham home. Good solid win over the pre-season favourites. West Ham v Reading was also significant. A draw there would probably have seen us champions. Skates home was also a setback.

Hmm, everybody associated with the Premier League seems pleased to have us back. I hope they don't all expect 6 points off us next season.

Lambert.