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Some interesting comments on the subject of energy prices. Does anyone know what the effect of the green emission policy has on fuel prices?

Read the match report in the Sunday Times today. More or less 100% focussing on Man City and their shortcomings. Hardly a word about Saints. Still they did give 9/10 to Romeu who, I thought, had a very good game.

Hope Jack Stephens injury is not too bad. I have been critical of him in the past but he started this season well.

There is a good review on the Shysters involved in PFC at https.//youtu.be/lsf...yzQzqUI

Agree with this. I voted to Remain and was disappointed when the vote went to Leave. Irrespective of the personalities involved and the untruths they may have told, we are where we are and we have to get on with it. To be fair there are so many uncertainties caused by Covid to chuck into the mix, including the increased cost of shipping containers in from Asia, which has little to do with Brexit. It is currently quite difficult to actually itemise the negative effects on our lives that are Brexit related. That said I have yet to see one positive effect of Brexit that has impacted positively on my life.

Used to get a few Dutch fans too when Koeman, VVD and even Tadic were here.

The 'Fake Sheik', the one that Piers Morgan reckoned was the 'Real Deal'?

Horrible ground, horrible place, horrible fans, horrible pitch, horrible weather... GREAT RESULT!!

I must admit Jim wasnt my favourite player. Decent on the ball but a bit pedestrian, although he was one of the older players in the squad at the time. I have read half of his book and found it of interest. Got to say he is a genuinely nice guy. Didnt realise how good looking he was as a youngster. Reminded me of how I looked at that age🤣

Agree with you for the most part but some of his forward passing was not on the button but that could be said for a number of players from both sides

There was a group of ant vaxxers holding up signs outside if the Red Funnel Terminal yesterday. The signs were all professionally produced so money would have to be spent on them. I wonder who paid for them? One of the signs said 'Dont believe media lies' It would be interesting to know which information source the ant vaxxers rely on.

Change of tactic this season from Ralph. Whereas we previously put pressure of the opponents defence from the front we played a much more defensive line which, hopefully, will see our relatively high goals against tally reduce. However this means using an isolated striker which didnt aid opportunities to score. That said we had more clear cut chances than a decent WHU team. Need to sharpen up our passing, otherwise a fair result against strong opposition. We certainly look to have a stronger squad this year especially once Stuart Armstrong is fit.

Going to be at St Marys today as part if a our to promote his book 'Wembley Wins, Wembley Woes' He is doing the rounds of local pubs and clubs doing Q & A's. Attended one and found him an engaging speaker with lots of interesting snippets about the Saints and the game generally.

I have met MLT and he came across as a relatively humble, approachable and fairly bright individual. As a consequence I am really surprised at his conspiracy views on Covid. At first I thought it was someone purporting to be him so I feel really sad that the views expressed are definitely his. Such a shame.

Doesnt the standard 20% VAT payment have to be added to any deal between British clubs which makes Foreign players cheaper. There is also a 5% transfer levy but not sure if that only applies to transactions involving Football league clubs

I suppose the KWP situation is a difficult one for any Manager. The club has brought in a young right back who has started the season very well but players of this age often experience a dip in form at some stage of the season. Meantime KWP has been an excellent buy and has probably increased his transfer value. KWP can fill in at left back but this is not a natural position for him. There is also adequate cover at right back provided by Valery. So does the club stick or twist? Subject to the expected transfer value of KWP, if I was Saints Manager I would look at reluctantly selling KWP and use the money strengthening at defensive midfield and cover at left back. A difficult decision as KWP has been an excellent player for us.

So Squad is? 1. McCarthy/Forster 2. Livramento/KWP/Valery 3. Perraud (KWP)/Small 4. JWP/Diallo (Smallbone) 5. Bednerak/Stephens 6. Salisu/Lynaco 7. Armstrong(S)/Redmond/Elonyoussi 8. Adams/Walcott/Long 9. Armstong(A)/Broja/Obefemi 10. Romeu 11. Tella/Djnepo 25 plus the injured Smallbone I suggest the squad is stronger than last year especially if the new players can make the grade. Another defensive midfielder would assist and hopefully our 'keepers will be less exposed if the spine of the team improves.

Any news on Will Smallbone?

Presume Voakes and Ferry are likely to be offloaded?

I ran a team for many years. To be fair I enjoyed most of it and still remain friends with many of the players However I still have recurring dreams about pre game phone calls advising me that players were injured or unavailable trying to get subs off of certain players was always a challenge.

My ratings Mc Carthy 6 Punched well from corners. I good save in the first half. Possibly could have done better with the goal Livramento 8 Great debut from a young lad Perraud 6 Decent debut. JWP 8 Apart from a couple of less than successful corners he played very well Stephens 7.5 One of his best games for Saints. Gave away possession in the first half which led to a Fernandes free kick Otherwise he did really well and liked his attitude. Romeu 7.5 Full commitment as ever. Occasional bad pass and lack of pace is a downside but great competitor Salisu 7.5 Looks a good addition. Keep it up Walcott 5.5 Disappointing. Can see him only being a squad player Adams 6.5 Battled hard and really should have been given credit for his goal Armstrong 6.5 Fought a largely lone battle up front. His pace caused problems at times. Would have been a hero if he had taken his chance. Djenepo 6 Tried hard> Shows good ability at times but sometimes runs around like a headless chicken Manager 7.5 Made the right subs Crowd 8 Good noise around the ground. Could do with more variation of songs

I wish we had more height up front even someone coming off the bench. When the ball is played long up in the air it comes straight back

Parking is currently free at Council sites in the City on a Sunday. You might find a meter free near the ground if you arrive early enough

Well done JWP Sods law he will get injured soon!!

Mack Same as last year. You started like a train and then fell away after looking that we would reunite in the Championsjip