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Football, Boxing and Cricket correspondent from Hampshire, covering southern sport. Editor and Head of Boxing at Prost International. Accreditated EFL & EPL journalist.
At just 23 years of age, Hugo Scheckter became Southampton’s player liaison officer. He was one of the first to be officially be given a job at a football club, let alone a Premier League club. Scheckter talks to Prost International on his time at Southampton and how player care is changing.
Southampton’s retained list was announced on Friday afternoon. But two players, whose contracts were expiring, have not yet been released. Why? Jacob Tanswell writes.
Southampton used to be in West Ham’s position. Qualifying for Europe with ambitions to be more than just one of the 20. Their troubles all centre around an inability to function in both boxes – Jacob Tanswell writes from the London Stadium.
On Tuesday evening, fans returned to St Mary’s. Everything we missed was now back. Supporters got their Southampton back.
On Tuesday, Southampton announced the permanent signing of Theo Walcott. Despite lukewarm numbers, his impact has been considerable.
Promotion is not just a desire for Bournemouth, it’s a need. With finances precarious and the prospect of a second successive season in the Championship, tension was at boiling point against Brentford. Jacob Tanswell reports from the Vitality Stadium.
For a team that places heavy emphasis on vertical passing and space invading, it is somewhat bizarre Southampton haven’t scored a goal from a counter attack this season. One of the many quirks in their play. Jacob Tanswell writes.
Southampton’s training pitches are set to undertake wide-scale renovations, with the current turf from Staplewoood set to be transported to Eastleigh.
Central defence decisions is no longer a clear-cut case for Ralph Hasenhuttl. Mohammed Salisu’ maturation means there is competition for places ahead of next season. Jacob Tanswell writes from St Mary’s.
Both of their oldest academy age groups bottom of their leagues and getting handed large beatings on a regular basis, Southampton’s pre-eminent academy is going through a period of hardship. Their struggles are taking the gloss of the more talented player’s sparkle. Jacob Tanswell writes.
Guly Do Prado was the footballing version of that typical Marmite phrase. A polarising character that split opinion into granular levels of detail. But one thing was for sure, he was never boring. Jacob Tanswell writes.
After months of the feeble fightback, Southampton looked a group gavalnised against Leicester. They showed they can adapt attitude and adapt shape – this side does have a Plan B. Jacob Tanswell writes from St Mary’s.
Almost two-and-a-half years since being stretchered off during his loan spell at Middlesborough, Ralph Hasenhuttl admits it would be a “miracle” if Sam McQueen ever plays for Southampton or indeed, football, again. Jacob Tanswell writes.
James Vince has no pressure on him. Talks of a return to the international picture are on hold. His focus is entirely on Hampshire. Can a change of mindset help turn style into substance for England? Jacob Tanswell reports from the Ageas Bowl.
After years of general malaise, Hampshire look intent and decisive this season. What’s changed? Jacob Tanswell writes from the Ageas Bowl.
Not even the eminence of Wembley could hide what direction Southampton are heading. Mistakes are not being learnt and all spirit looks to have gone. The Hasenhuttl era is tailspinning towards the oblivion. Jacob Tanswell writes from Wembley stadium.
The dismal defeat to West Brom once again revealed the scarcity of leaders among the Southampton ranks. With an FA Cup semi-final in-waiting, the time for leadership is now. Jacob Tanswell writes.
Jacob Tanswell was at there Hawthorns Monday night and had a front row seat watching one of the Premier League’s most fervent, dynamic touchline managers.
With Ralph Hasenhuttl wanting widespread changes to his squad this summer, which players are likely to be heading through the exit door? Jacob Tanswell writes.
Simply put, Southampton’s match against Burnley required leaders. After going two-nil down, Ralph Hasenhuttl got what he was after. While Saints still appear vulnerable, their comeback victory may prove to be a watershed moment. Jacob Tanswell writes from St Mary’s.
Again, Ralph Hasenhuttl repeated the same words in regards to Danny Ings. He expects the striker to stay. But with their being little to no progress on a new deal, there is little in the way of evidence.
This is the story of Southampton’s return to the Premier League, two seasons after being confined to the doldrums of administration and another season in League One. In an exclusive story, Jacob Tanswell spoke to those who made it all happen.
Ryan Bertrand is a picture of familiarity for Southampton fans. Throughout the most volatile, unpredictable periods, the full-back remains, hustling up that left hand side with the same languid, sometimes stoney exterior. Six years a Saint, Bertrand is one of, if not the best Saints signing of this Premier League era. This is the much-earned tribute to him. Jacob Tanswell writes.
Ovie Ejaria is a football traditionalist’s dream. He’s probably the most technically talented player in the Football League. So how come his numbers rank so poorly? Jacob Tanswell writes from the Madjeski Stadium