benjii Posted 30 May, 2009 Share Posted 30 May, 2009 (edited) Without wishing to be premature, if this all comes off then, judging by Tony Lynam's letter, it will be in large part down to the belief, steadfastness, dependability and hard work of Matt Le Tissier. I was extremely fortunate to be just the right age to start supporting Saints as Matt was emerging. For me, and I'm sure a lot of others, nearly all my fondest memories of Saints involve Matt Le Tiss - we haven't had a player that can come anwyhere near to him for service to the club and entertaining the fans since and we probably never will again. Now, it seems he's played a major role in our survival. Matt, thanks for the goals, thanks for the memories, thanks for the future. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OwZI5MlxKVQ&feature=PlayList&p=2C060D1CF231CD19&playnext=1&playnext_from=PL&index=100 Edited 31 May, 2009 by benjii Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
m735 Posted 30 May, 2009 Share Posted 30 May, 2009 We should re-name a stand the Matt le Tissier stand, if not the ground. Take a bow Matt. :smt051 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hayling Saint Posted 30 May, 2009 Share Posted 30 May, 2009 Spot On Benjii! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
70's Mike Posted 30 May, 2009 Share Posted 30 May, 2009 agreed but we said the same after Terry Paine and Mick Channon so do not say never Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amesbury Saint Posted 30 May, 2009 Share Posted 30 May, 2009 Once the takeover has happened we do really need to find a way to honour MLT. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pedro Posted 30 May, 2009 Share Posted 30 May, 2009 Agree, he appears to be sacrificing a good TV career for us. Can't believe how the tide is turning, just hope we get a good healthy support, good gates will be important for our future and to counteract the other big teams in this division, Norwich, Leeds and Charlton for starters. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mynameisthehulk Posted 30 May, 2009 Share Posted 30 May, 2009 Greatest player in the history of football, we love you Matt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
St Chalet Posted 30 May, 2009 Share Posted 30 May, 2009 A petition to the Queen to make him Sir Matthew. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arizona Posted 30 May, 2009 Share Posted 30 May, 2009 As a slight aside, has Matt confirmed yet whether he will be leaving Soccer Saturday? Would be a shame if so, especially if Sky replace him with another crusty old Northerner who used to play for Liverpool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hypochondriac Posted 30 May, 2009 Share Posted 30 May, 2009 As a slight aside, has Matt confirmed yet whether he will be leaving Soccer Saturday? Would be a shame if so, especially if Sky replace him with another crusty old Northerner who used to play for Liverpool. I think FF alluded to it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fareham saint phil Posted 30 May, 2009 Share Posted 30 May, 2009 I hope Matty stays with Sky Sports as its good to see his reaction when we score etc, and the utube clip of the survival game v sheffield utd is all you need to see to get just what this club means to him Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickG Posted 30 May, 2009 Share Posted 30 May, 2009 We should re-name a stand the Matt le Tissier stand, if not the ground. Take a bow Matt. :smt051 just was going to agressively disagree with your stand renaming suggestion, then re-read it and noticed the second part! Totally agree, The Matt Le Tiss stadium. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doggface Posted 30 May, 2009 Share Posted 30 May, 2009 Matt is leaving sky for saints Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint137 Posted 30 May, 2009 Share Posted 30 May, 2009 Well he was Le God already and I'm not sure there is a vacancy above that title :-) Thankyou Matt, for everything. Your contribution to this club rivals that of Ted Bates and I for one hope you're here for another 50 years, just like he was... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eelpie Posted 30 May, 2009 Share Posted 30 May, 2009 We should re-name a stand the Matt le Tissier stand, if not the ground. :smt051 No. Not yet. One day, definitely, but the job has only just started. We are only at the beginning of a very long road, and begin next season minus 10 points, don't forget. Our squad is not yet really suitable for the League 1 hustle and bustle and needs to be rebuilt. We are going to have to weather many more upsets before we claw our way back to the Championship. And inevitably Matt will get lottsa crit from us fickle fans along the way. As Ted Bates did when things didn't go well. So one step at a time. Meanwhile though a great big thank you, Matt! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rick1976.4.38 Posted 30 May, 2009 Share Posted 30 May, 2009 matt a true saint and one huge saints legend,wish there were more like him at the club the past few seasons and this mess we were in may never had happened.thanks mlt and tl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Cool Posted 30 May, 2009 Share Posted 30 May, 2009 Not as clever as the one Benji posted, but here's my video tribute to Matty http://www.megaupload.com/?d=40KGLHIM (Windows Media Video format) "With God in the hole.... ..... I've got a halo round my head" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SFC Forever Posted 30 May, 2009 Share Posted 30 May, 2009 A petition to the Queen to make him Sir Matthew. Saint Matthew sounds so much better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alright Dave Posted 30 May, 2009 Share Posted 30 May, 2009 Without wishing to be premature, if this all comes off then, judging by Tony Lynam's letter, it will be in large part down to the belief, steadfastness, dependibility and hard work of Matt Le Tissier. I was extremely fortunate to be just the right age to start supporting Saints as Matt was emerging. For me, and I'm sure a lot of others, nearly all my fondest memories of Saints involve Matt Le Tiss - we haven't had a player that can come anwyhere near to him for service to the club and entertaining the fans since and we probably never will again. Now, it seems he's played a major role in our survival. Matt, thanks for the goals, thanks for the memories, thanks for the future. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OwZI5MlxKVQ&feature=PlayList&p=2C060D1CF231CD19&playnext=1&playnext_from=PL&index=100 Majestic fabulous memories Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SFC Forever Posted 30 May, 2009 Share Posted 30 May, 2009 Brilliant. Thanks for the memories Matt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
corsacar saint Posted 30 May, 2009 Share Posted 30 May, 2009 Mr Nice Guy, and Saints legend all in one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dark Munster Posted 30 May, 2009 Share Posted 30 May, 2009 Legend. Fact. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saints foreva Posted 31 May, 2009 Share Posted 31 May, 2009 Ahh, I don't want MLT to leave Sky. I was looking forward to seeing him and Jeff whilst Saints played Hartlepool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint Billy Posted 31 May, 2009 Share Posted 31 May, 2009 Once the takeover has happened we do really need to find a way to honour MLT. Fill St Mary's will be be one way to honour and please MLT. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulwantsapint Posted 31 May, 2009 Share Posted 31 May, 2009 Can we just retire MLT 7 shirt until he spots a talent worthy of it since he left nobody has really been up to the job Kanchelskiss (sp) Super Kev Phillips Thomas Hajto Rudi Skacel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaintRobbie Posted 31 May, 2009 Share Posted 31 May, 2009 (edited) Without wishing to be premature, if this all comes off then, judging by Tony Lynam's letter, it will be in large part down to the belief, steadfastness, dependibility and hard work of Matt Le Tissier. I was extremely fortunate to be just the right age to start supporting Saints as Matt was emerging. For me, and I'm sure a lot of others, nearly all my fondest memories of Saints involve Matt Le Tiss - we haven't had a player that can come anwyhere near to him for service to the club and entertaining the fans since and we probably never will again. Now, it seems he's played a major role in our survival. Matt, thanks for the goals, thanks for the memories, thanks for the future. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OwZI5MlxKVQ&feature=PlayList&p=2C060D1CF231CD19&playnext=1&playnext_from=PL&index=100 I have proposed that we should consider having a bronze statue done of MLT. It should be placed by the Players Entrance at the front of SMS - a bust would do for now, to be upgraded to full statue on our return to the Premiership! - and it should have 'LOYALTY' engraved on the plinth so that each player when he arrives at SMS sees it and has it drilled into him that there are greater accolades to be had than just chasing cash in football. When this deal goes through and Saints are officially saved... maybe Leon Crouch and the Ted Bates Statue Committee may consider leading the work for such an honour to him, a la the second TB statue. Edited 31 May, 2009 by SaintRobbie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evil Monkey Posted 31 May, 2009 Share Posted 31 May, 2009 I have proposed that we should consider having a bronze statue done of MLT. It should be placed by the Players Entrance at the front of SMS - a bust would do - and it should have 'LOYALTY' engraved on the plinth so that each player when he arrives at SMS sees it and has it drilled into him that there are greater accolades to be had than just chasing cash in football. When this deal goes through and Saints are officially saved... maybe Leon Crouch and the Ted Bates Statue Committee may consider leading the work for such an honour to him, a la the second TB statue. I cant see this happening tbh. Assuming Matt becomes chairman, wouldnt it be partly his decision to do something like that? I really think he would be too modest to suggest or agree that he should have any sort of statue/plinth made in recognition to himself. He will get a statue at some point, no question. But IMO it wont happen for some time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaintRobbie Posted 31 May, 2009 Share Posted 31 May, 2009 (edited) I cant see this happening tbh. Assuming Matt becomes chairman, wouldnt it be partly his decision to do something like that? I really think he would be too modest to suggest or agree that he should have any sort of statue/plinth made in recognition to himself. He will get a statue at some point, no question. But IMO it wont happen for some time. I agree with you. But, thats why I am suggesting it on here and for LC and the remainder of the TB Statue Committee to consider taking on such a proposal. I and they are neutrals. I would not expect MLT to ask for it, he wouldnt. But I think we as fans would love it, and if it served a motivational purpose too for our players...underpinning a new club ethos of loyalty to the shirt... hey why not? Lets ask him and do it! He has saved this club, regardless of the many future successes (which I am sure there will be) or not of the new owner(s). Edited 31 May, 2009 by SaintRobbie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ottery st mary Posted 31 May, 2009 Share Posted 31 May, 2009 Glad to see that Uncle Leon is still wanted.....I hope that both he and Anthony Salz will be a part of this football club for many years to come....Credit being bandied about by some...It is heroes like MLT, Leon, Anthony and Ottery that are real Saints. Before you ask I have been down that church praying everyday for Lynam and Co....I have turned into a Saint in more ways than one.....Not much of the old hooch left in the locker...The religous one keeps asking where his wine has vanished toooooo. COYRs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EFM Posted 31 May, 2009 Share Posted 31 May, 2009 Well he was Le God already and I'm not sure there is a vacancy above that title :-) Thankyou Matt, for everything. Your contribution to this club rivals that of Ted Bates and I for one hope you're here for another 50 years, just like he was... LOL. This has been on my mind for the last day or two aswell. Although he clearly deserves a promotion from being mere God now I'm not sure where you go from there? Definately all sides of the ground should be named after him although this may cause confusion when booking tickets. A statue in the middle of town. All street names to be changed to honour him ("Le Tiss Avenue", "MLT Road", "Matt's Place" etc etc). Maybe Hampshire should be Letissiershire? Nope, you're right, promotion from God is hard - maybe we should just worship more? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint 76er Posted 31 May, 2009 Share Posted 31 May, 2009 We should re-name a stand the Matt le Tissier stand, if not the ground. Take a bow Matt. :smt051 St Mary's Stadium, nah, we can do better.... St Matty's Stadium!!! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigShadow Posted 31 May, 2009 Share Posted 31 May, 2009 I agree with you. But, thats why I am suggesting it on here and for LC and the remainder of the TB Statue Committee to consider taking on such a proposal. I and they are neutrals. I would not expect MLT to ask for it, he wouldnt. But I think we as fans would love it, and if it served a motivational purpose too for our players...underpinning a new club ethos of loyalty to the shirt... hey why not? Lets ask him and do it! He has saved this club, regardless of the many future successes (which I am sure there will be) or not of the new owner(s). Maybe you might consider that Matt would feel very uncomfortable/embarrassed having to walk past a statue of himself on his way into the office every day. (Assuming he has such a role at SFC that would require this). As has been said...the time will come, but not for some years yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arizona Posted 31 May, 2009 Share Posted 31 May, 2009 With Matty is charge, I expect the catering to be world class next season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benjii Posted 31 May, 2009 Author Share Posted 31 May, 2009 With Matty is charge, I expect the catering to be world class next season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toadhall Saint Posted 31 May, 2009 Share Posted 31 May, 2009 Matty - thanks you've pulled off another great escape! Christ without you it could have been over a long time ago! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SaintRobbie Posted 31 May, 2009 Share Posted 31 May, 2009 I have to say one word of caution, whilst I would prefer MLT to Wotte as manager please dont do it Matt. Experienced manager needed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patrick Bateman Posted 31 May, 2009 Share Posted 31 May, 2009 Would love Matt to follow in the footsteps of Ted Bates. Really did think Ted would not be followed, but it is entirely possible ... nice one Matt!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mole Posted 31 May, 2009 Share Posted 31 May, 2009 I remember the old days when Matt would be doing his own thing during the warm ups for matches. Basically strolling around and kicking the ball over the bar into the stands. Very happy times indeed. I do hope we see him on the pitch before games. He is still my hero and i worship the ground he walks on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisobee Posted 31 May, 2009 Share Posted 31 May, 2009 As a slight aside, has Matt confirmed yet whether he will be leaving Soccer Saturday? Would be a shame if so, especially if Sky replace him with another crusty old Northerner who used to play for Liverpool. It would as he is great on there and I love the reparte between him and Jeff Stelling et al, in fact I watch it more for that than the footie! That said if it comes down to it there really is only one place for Matty and that is St Mary's. He truly is up their with the all time greats including dear old Ted Bates and I don't think I can pay a higher compiment than that ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red_No_7 Posted 31 May, 2009 Share Posted 31 May, 2009 top man even the skates agree!!! http://boards.footymad.net/forum.php?tno=424&fid=203&sty=2&act=1&mid=2125832242 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisobee Posted 31 May, 2009 Share Posted 31 May, 2009 top man even the skates agree!!! http://boards.footymad.net/forum.php?tno=424&fid=203&sty=2&act=1&mid=2125832242 Indeed which speaks volumes! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hypochondriac Posted 31 May, 2009 Share Posted 31 May, 2009 top man even the skates agree!!! http://boards.footymad.net/forum.php?tno=424&fid=203&sty=2&act=1&mid=2125832242 Fair play to those skates. They obviously know what we are going through. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eurosaint Posted 31 May, 2009 Share Posted 31 May, 2009 Having travelled pretty extensively in my working life, you cannot believe how many people around the world associate the city of Southampton with the name 'Le Tissier' ! I met people in Asia (I specifically remember China, Malaysia and the Phillipines) who, when I mentioned I was a Saints fan (and without prompting) responded immediately with simply, 'Matthew Le Tissier' ! My French colleague even tried to claim that he was more theirs than ours (no higher accolade is possible from a Parisian !). I do hope that in my lifetime I see his contribution to SFC recognised in some meaningful way ! When I see some of the arseholes in politics, business etc.. who get awards for so called 'public service' it pales into insignificance to what he has done for our sport in the south of England ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arizona Posted 31 May, 2009 Share Posted 31 May, 2009 It would as he is great on there and I love the reparte between him and Jeff Stelling et al, in fact I watch it more for that than the footie! That said if it comes down to it there really is only one place for Matty and that is St Mary's. He truly is up their with the all time greats including dear old Ted Bates and I don't think I can pay a higher compiment than that ! Stelling is a legend. I just love some of his quotes on Soccer Saturday. I watch it for that more than the football too. It will be a shame to miss out on Saints vs Hartlepool for the first time on there. "They'll be dancing in the streets of Total Network Solutions" Every time they took the lead. "Kevin Webster has scored, Sally will be pleased" "I feel good" every time James Brown scores. Deportivo Gijon (Pronounced 'hee haw') "Beevers has been booked... must have been fighting." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
benjii Posted 31 May, 2009 Author Share Posted 31 May, 2009 Fair play to those skates. They obviously know what we are going through. If it wasn't for Matt Le Tiss they would have had nothing to aspire to for all these years! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisobee Posted 31 May, 2009 Share Posted 31 May, 2009 Having travelled pretty extensively in my working life, you cannot believe how many people around the world associate the city of Southampton with the name 'Le Tissier' ! I met people in Asia (I specifically remember China, Malaysia and the Phillipines) who, when I mentioned I was a Saints fan (and without prompting) responded immediately with simply, 'Matthew Le Tissier' ! My French colleague even tried to claim that he was more theirs than ours (no higher accolade is possible from a Parisian !). I do hope that in my lifetime I see his contribution to SFC recognised in some meaningful way ! When I see some of the arseholes in politics, business etc.. who get awards for so called 'public service' it pales into insignificance to what he has done for our sport in the south of England ! Oh I think if the bookies would take a bet on a statue of Le Tiss being built take any odds they'll give you ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crab Lungs Posted 31 May, 2009 Share Posted 31 May, 2009 When this deal goes through and Saints are officially saved... maybe Leon Crouch and the Ted Bates Statue Committee may consider leading the work for such an honour to him, a la the second TB statue. No, just Leon Crouch please... No committees, or fans getting involved... we all know what happened last time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SW11_Saint Posted 31 May, 2009 Share Posted 31 May, 2009 Once the takeover has happened we do really need to find a way to honour MLT. I think the best way of doing that is turning up in our droves for every game - there's no reason why we can't be the best supported team in this division (yes, even with Leeds in it - whose fans must be getting somewhat disillusioned). In short, we need to repay the faith Matt has shown, and the hope he's given us, by ensuring they get a return on their investment through the turnstiles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eelpie Posted 31 May, 2009 Share Posted 31 May, 2009 St Mary's Stadium, nah, we can do better.... St Matty's Stadium!!! :D Saint Matty's it is then!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisobee Posted 31 May, 2009 Share Posted 31 May, 2009 Saint Matty's it is then!!!! I think it should be Sir Saint Matty TBH !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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