If we were able to sell more than the 44,000 and this were the case it would be a real shame and financial madness. Let's face it why would you not want to sell tickets for seats that would otherwise be empty.
I would hope that Wembley had learnt a lesson from what happened with Luton last year.
And it's mostly down to lack of power. The left footed volley from about 10 yds out in the second half, a bit of power in that shot and it would have been a goal.
Thought Hammond and Lambert were immense today. Lallana played well but too many poorly hit efforts on goal. I just hope we can play like that for the rest of the season.
It never fails to surprise me how mis-informed the national press are when it comes to Saints and our problems last year. Perhaps I should just stick to reading the Echo....
... I'll get my coat!
Yes, I understand that. However, the Guardian are suggesting that the debts were paid in full. I thought ML paid just a percentage of that, an amount which satisfied the creditors, Aviva being the main one.
Just read this article on the Guardian website:
http://www.guardian.co.uk/football/david-conn-inside-sport-blog/2010/feb/10/portsmouth-cardiff-hmrc-winding-up
'except at Southampton, where last year Markus Liebherr paid Saints' debts in full'
I did not think that was the case at all. I thougt he paid approx. £12M for the club most of which was paid to Aviva for the stadium even though the outstanding amount was approx. £22M?
Sorry, but he was very lucky to stay on the pitch. the booking could easily have been a red card and I was amazed he did not get a yellow after AL was fouled. We were lucky we didn't have an over fussy ref.
Yes, I admire his fight and passion but he stepped over the line last night. On another day that could cost us dear.
It took an age to get out of the ground last night but I noticed how long ML stood there after the final whistle. He was clearly just revelling in the atmosphere and sharing the fans joy.
It was a special, special night. For me, hearing the 'We're the famous Southampton and we're going to Wemberley' brought back some wonderful memories of 1979 v Forest.
+1
I'm currently on my third pair today.
Seriously though I am desperate to get to Wembley but can't help thinking we're going to make a right royal f*** up of it tonight.
What ******. Leeds are not taking it seriously are they? Norwich were all smiles when they lost the penalty shoot out.
It would be a great day for everyone at the club.