Total Saints Podcast

The current Saints side simply don’t know when they’re beaten – as was proven again up at Old Trafford. Despite trailing for much of the match, Michael Obafemi pounced in the 96th minute to provide more jubilation for the red and white half of Hampshire.TSP123 sees Ben Stanfield (Host) joined by Steve Grant (SaintsWeb), Glen de la Cour (League One Minus 10), Dan Sheldon (Daily Echo) and Simon Peach (PA Media) to review all the significant moments from the 2-2 draw, including Oriol Romeu riling Gary Neville (#JoyousScenes).With two further fixtures just around the corner for Ralph Hasenhüttl’s men, TSP also previews Brighton’s visit to St. Mary’s (on Thursday) and the trip down to relegation threatened Bournemouth (on Sunday).This is still your dedicated weekly Podcast going to the heart of all things Saints FC!Twitter: @TotalSaintsPodFacebook: www.facebook.com/totalsaintspodE-Mail: [email protected]: www.patreon.com/totalsaintspod2019-20 Sponsor: Happy Hot TubsPartners: Saints Archive and SAINTSWORLD

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All in all, its been a pretty good week for Saints, with the massive win against Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City (which achieved mathematical Premier League safety!) being followed up by a largely excellent showing away to Everton.TSP122 sees regular trio - Ben Stanfield (Host), Steve Grant (SaintsWeb) and Glen de la Cour (League One Minus 10) - catch up swiftly after the Goodison fixture to reflect on those two performances/results.Alongside news on the 2020-21 Saints kit release, the Pod also includes a preview (30:00) of next Monday’s visit to Manchester United’s ‘Theatre of Dreams’.Twitter: @TotalSaintsPodFacebook: www.facebook.com/totalsaintspodE-Mail: [email protected]: www.patreon.com/totalsaintspod2019-20 Sponsor: Happy Hot TubsPartners: Saints Archive and SAINTSWORLD

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Saints secured their Premier League safety with a classy and professional 3-1 win against Watford. It was the Club’s 8th top-flight away win of the season – a Southampton record!Ben Stanfield (Host) is joined by regular TSP contributors – Glen de la Cour (League One Minus 10) and Steve Grant (SaintsWeb) – to bask in the knowledge that another season in England’s premier footballing division awaits Ralph Hasenhuttl's side.As well as reflecting on the Hornets win, TSP121 hears from Jamie Clarke (Virgin Media) about some of the brilliant initiatives they’ve been working on, in partnership with Saints, during the lockdown.Finally, in what now looks like a ‘free hit' for the haloed safety-achievers, there's a preview of next week’s game against Manchester City.P.S - Danny Ings is amazing!!Twitter: @TotalSaintsPodFacebook: www.facebook.com/totalsaintspodE-Mail: [email protected]: www.patreon.com/totalsaintspod2019-20 Sponsor: Happy Hot TubsPartners: Saints Archive and SAINTSWORLD

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Saints kicked off their Project Restart campaign in style, walloping Norwich City 3-0.TSP120 sees Ben Stanfield (Host) joined by regular panelists, Glen de la Cour (League One Minus 10), Steve Grant (SaintsWeb) and Dan Sheldon (Daily Echo), to reflect on all the key talking points from the first game back.Discussion includes Dan’s matchday stadium experience (*spoiler alert - there were LOTS of desks!*), Danny Ings carrying on where he left off, Saints excellent fitness levels and also strong rumours that a former TSP contributor may have completely changed his stance on ‘must win’ predictions!The episode also previews Saints next Premier League fixture – at home to Arsenal this coming Thursday - including Glen's views on Cedric Soares being injured again!Twitter: @TotalSaintsPodFacebook: www.facebook.com/totalsaintspodE-Mail: [email protected]: www.patreon.com/totalsaintspod2019-20 Sponsor: Happy Hot TubsPartners: Saints Archive and SAINTSWORLD

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FOOTBALL. IS. BACK!!Yes, give or take a few days, the English Premier League is returning to the pitch to complete the 2019-20 season.TSP119 sees Ben Stanfield (Host), Glen de la Cour (LeagueOneMinus10), Joe Prince-Wright (NBC Sports) and Dan Sheldon (Daily Echo) get together to chat all things #ProjectRestart.There's also reaction to Ralph Hasenhüttl's new 4 year contract, the stability that brings Saints and how Ralph/the Club now go about implementing the 'SFC Playbook'.Lastly, ahead of visiting Carrow Road, the guys chat about preparations for Norwich City and provide their normal (uneducated!) match predictions.Twitter: @TotalSaintsPodFacebook: www.facebook.com/totalsaintspodE-Mail: [email protected]: www.patreon.com/totalsaintspod2019-20 Sponsor: Happy Hot TubsPartners: Saints Archive and SAINTSWORLD

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“How many? How many?”........*wallop*!!Yes, Neil Heaney was only at Saints for a fairly short period, but he still made quite an impact – not least on Spurs' full-back, Dean Austin!Indeed TSP Host, Ben Stanfield, still rates Neil as one of the players he most enjoyed watching during the mid-90s.Having started life at Arsenal, under the stewardship of George Graham, he moved to The Dell in 1994, after Alan Ball had made his move.TSP118 sees Neil talk about his journey from Highbury to the South Coast, the impact Bally had on his career, playing alongside the likes of Matt Le Tissier & Ronnie Ekelund, serving up some well-deserved revenge on Spurs and more!It's yet another interesting Total Recall from TSP, your dedicated weekly podcast going to the heart of all things SaintsFC!Twitter: @TotalSaintsPodFacebook: www.facebook.com/totalsaintspodE-Mail: [email protected]: www.patreon.com/totalsaintspod2019-20 Sponsor: Happy Hot TubsPartners: Saints Archive and SAINTSWORLD

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This week we're proud to be in the company of Saints 2019-20 Player of the Season (OK.....we've jumped the gun a bit there!), Danny Ings.Having grown up in the same village as TSP Host Ben Stanfield, Danny takes some time to chat about life at Netley Rec, his personal reflections on the season, scoring/knee-sliding at Fratton Park (in the 4-0 South Coast demolition vs Pompey!) and Project Restart.As if Danny's presence isn't enough, Greg Baker (Head of Saints Foundation) also joins us for TSP117. Discussion with Greg covers the incredible work his team continue to deliver to the people of Southampton.Whether its hot meals via FareShare, delivering prescriptions or running soccer schools for NHS Workers' children, the Foundation remain as committed as ever to supporting our great City.Finally, Greg also talks about another one of his passions - collecting a certain type of football memorabilia!Twitter: @TotalSaintsPodFacebook: www.facebook.com/totalsaintspodE-Mail: [email protected]: www.patreon.com/totalsaintspod2019-20 Sponsor: Happy Hot TubsPartners: Saints Archive and SAINTSWORLD

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TSP116 - The Dell Years19 years ago this week, Southampton's beloved old football stadium closed its doors for the final time.Having hosted the last ever competitive match (vs Arsenal on 19th May 2001), and the last EVER match (vs Brighton on 26th May 2001), it saw 103 years of dedicated service come to an end.To celebrate one of England's famous old football stadiums, TSP116 sees Ben Stanfield (Host), Glen de la Cour (LeagueOneMinus10) and Will Dawe (Saints Archive) joined by Russell Masters, the man behind Historic Southampton.Among other things, the panel discuss Saints first moving to The Dell (in 1898), the first ever match, stuffing Pompey, boxing bouts, World War 2 attacks, record attendances and, of course, the final competitive goal - scored by the one and only, Matt Le Tissier.This Pod is simply full of Dell content and memories, as we pay tribute to this massive part of Saints history.Lastly, thanks to everyone who sent in their own moments and stories for this episode. It was great to be able to share them.Keep Marching In!Twitter: @TotalSaintsPodFacebook: www.facebook.com/totalsaintspodE-Mail: [email protected]: www.patreon.com/totalsaintspod2019-20 Sponsor: Happy Hot TubsPartners: Saints Archive and SAINTSWORLD

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There's still no Premier League action, but Total Saints Podcast is doing its best to keep busy!In this episode we catch up with two big Saints fans, both undertaking some writing in their spare time.Firstly, we head to sunny Gran Canaria to speak with Paul Gilliam. Paul has followed Saints since the 1970s, worked as a Steward at The Dell and now pens Las Palmas FC match reports for The Canary News!After some half-time oranges, Michael Kurn joins us to chat about his new book, Life Of A Saint.Michael has been busy interviewing a number of ex-Saints for this newly-released read. He talks to TSP about where the idea initially came from, how book sales are helping local Southampton charities and where's best to find/purchase it.Total Saints Podcast is the dedicated weekly podcast going to the heart of all things Saints FC.Twitter: @TotalSaintsPodFacebook: www.facebook.com/totalsaintspodE-Mail: [email protected]: www.patreon.com/totalsaintspod2019-20 Sponsor: Happy Hot TubsPartners: Saints Archive and SAINTSWORLD

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Over the past 40 years, Dave Merrington has spent many hours coaching Southampton FC youth team players, managing Saints in the Premier League and summarising on Radio Solent.TSP114 sees Ben Stanfield (TSP Host) and Will Dawe (Saints Archive) catch up with this 'Saint', chatting through his numerous stories and memories.Whether it be working with young Matt Le Tissier's and Alan Shearer's, battling Premier League survival (with zero budget!) or supporting Adam Blackmore's matchday coverage, Dave's done it all!Yes, you'll do well to find anyone who is more passionate about life in and around St. Mary's than 'Big Dave' - he's quite simply DC!Total Saints Podcast is the dedicated weekly podcast going to the heart of all things Saints FC.Twitter: @TotalSaintsPodFacebook: www.facebook.com/totalsaintspodE-Mail: [email protected]: www.patreon.com/totalsaintspod2019-20 Sponsor: Happy Hot TubsPartners: Saints Archive and SAINTSWORLD

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