Saints vs Arsenal - 2000 April 4th

[Mattio]

5 hours ago, Football Special said:

There's about 30 tickets back on sale now if you are quick, some in Itchen others in Chapel 

Just 5 hours too slow 😅  thanks though!

[Zorba]

5 hours ago, Football Special said:

There's about 30 tickets back on sale now if you are quick, some in Itchen others in Chapel 

Made my nipper’s weekend with that post. Thank you! 👍🏼

[Harry_SFC]

Hopefully he picks our best available side. I've no doubt he'll go for 3 CM's again like he did at Coventry. Can't see Scienza starting given he wasn't in training on Monday but you never know. Shame that Downes and Matsuki are suspended. 

Peretz, Bree, THB, Stephens, Manning, Charles, Jander, Bragg, Azaz, Fellows/Edozie, Larin.

 

[spyinthesky]

I am waiting for my ticket to arrive in the post, bearing in mind I secured my seat well over a week ago.
Anyone in the same position?

[Matthew Le God]

Leo Scienza!

 

[trousers]

16 minutes ago, Matthew Le God said:

Leo Scienza!

 

Great bantz from the club to make Arsenal believe he's fit enough to play...

[Baird of the land]

On 31/03/2026 at 17:32, NewYorkSaint said:

really hard to manage this game.  Wrexham is genuine 6-pointer... and follows just 3 days later.At least Downes will be fresh for that game. But others will involve some careful decision making. I wouldn't be surprised to see Ross and Scienza held to start at Wrexham. They could be on the bench for Arsenal, but I think Eckart will do a little holding back...

 

Makes more sense to start Stewart and give larin the game on tuesday(given he’ll be getting back late from international duty

[Turkish]

4 hours ago, trousers said:

Great bantz from the club to make Arsenal believe he's fit enough to play...

mind games bro. We are toying with Arteta 

[Turkish]

I’d rather lose in regulation time than win in over time. Our priority has to be returning to the Premier soccer ball league 

[suewhistle]

Quick question which affects my transport options.. Is there extra time at this round or does it go straight to penalties?

Comments like "it'll be settled in 90 minutes, or the first 20" not needed!;-) However unlikely the contingency, I'm planning! 

TIA.

[coalman]

15 minutes ago, suewhistle said:

Quick question which affects my transport options.. Is there extra time at this round or does it go straight to penalties?

Comments like "it'll be settled in 90 minutes, or the first 20" not needed!;-) However unlikely the contingency, I'm planning! 

TIA.

it goes to extra time then penalties.

[saintdavey]

On 30/03/2026 at 15:23, Football Special said:

Assume this was at the open training session that fans could attend at St Mary's today, in which case hopefully someone on here can confirm it didn't look too bad? 

Seems a bit risky holding a session like that publicly, no doubt Arteta was there in disguise watching 

Looked like his ankle, couldn’t tell if twisted or impact injury. He was sat down for a while and looked in some discomfort. After 10 minutes, he walked off unaided down the tunnel and didn’t return for the autograph session.

I must say, I was very impressed that all the players spent a good hour signing autographs and taking photos with the kids. Am worried that Ross will not be available this weekend due to writer’s cramp!

[Toadhall Saint]

2 minutes ago, saintdavey said:

Looked like his ankle, couldn’t tell if twisted or impact injury. He was sat down for a while and looked in some discomfort. After 10 minutes, he walked off unaided down the tunnel and didn’t return for the autograph session.

I must say, I was very impressed that all the players spent a good hour signing autographs and taking photos with the kids. Am worried that Ross will not be available this weekend due to writer’s cramp!

Sounds like he has spent more time signing autographs than on the pitch. 😉

[Toussaint]

On 30/03/2026 at 15:23, Football Special said:

Assume this was at the open training session that fans could attend at St Mary's today, in which case hopefully someone on here can confirm it didn't look too bad? 

Seems a bit risky holding a session like that publicly, no doubt Arteta was there in disguise watching 

It was a showcase event, only an hour, bit of a warmup, a bit of keeping possesses and a small goal game on a crowded small pitch. The only thing they may have learned is that Scienza was still injured 

 

[ecuk268]

If anyone is using the Park and Ride at Adanac Park, it's free for this match.

[SNSUN]

On 31/03/2026 at 17:58, SaintBobby said:

I'd much prefer us to beat Arsenal, thEn Wrexham, than make love to John Westwood.

Fixed it for you. 

[ChristopheVAFC]

Hello everyone!

Tomorrow is one of the most important matches of your season! Against a Premier League side that’s always a tough opponent.

I genuinely believe Southampton have a real chance for several reasons:

- 14 matches unbeaten: one of the best runs in England and Europe!

- At home: Playing at home, in front of a sold-out crowd of over 32,000 fans, the atmosphere will be incredible!

- Arsenal’s absentees: The Gunners currently have a lot of players out, including several regular starters.

- Momentum: Tonda Eckert’s players are brimming with confidence, and the goal of a 15th consecutive unbeaten match is firmly in their minds!

- The ‘extra’ objective for the club: Even though all eyes are on the end-of-season play-offs, being just two matches away from a cup final is a great incentive to play for.

My heart goes out to you, your club and your players, and I’ll be at St Mary’s to cheer on the Saints. I’ll be experiencing this event just like you, and I sincerely hope for a good result tomorrow night!

I can’t wait to be there, friends!

I'm ready !!

#COYR and Allez VA !