Total Saints Podcast

If last week's episode was called ‘how soon is too soon to sack a manager’ then this weeks has to be called ‘what a difference a week makes.' Saints enjoyed the first win at Everton in 26 years this week, and it was well worth the wait. In this weeks podcast, the team review the Everton and Man City games, preview the upcoming game against Aston Villa and break down any looming transfer rumours mo...

How soon is too soon to admit to making an almighty mistake, and sacking a manager - have we seen enough to make our minds up? In this weeks podcast, the guys do an in-depth breakdown on Nathan Jones and the job he's done so far, we'll also discuss if that game against Forest was the worst we've seen at St Marys since 2005. Dan Sheldon joins the panel once more to give us his insight on a year of...

We're back to the regular TSP after the Christmas break and our World Cup Specials, we hope you all had a great festive season and we just want to start 2023 by wishing you a Happy New Year! On this weeks podcast the Christmas cheer is replaced by festive frustration as Saints record back-to-back defeats against Brighton and Fulham leaving us rooted to the bottom of the Premier League, we'll talk...

And after what many are calling the best World Cup final, the tournament is over. A huge congratulations to Argentina who came out victorious over France. On the final World Cup episode the team review what remained of the cup since last week and discuss the news that Gareth Southgate will be staying on as England manager. And, it's been 6 long weeks but finally action returns to St Marys with 2 g...

The English dust has settled on yet another tournament, as France pulled off a 2-1 Quarter Final victory over Gareth Southgate’s side. A game that mixed ongoing encouragement with all-too familiar, 12-yard failings. As England are on the way home the team cover that game, look ahead to the remaining games of the World Cup and check in on any Saints News. Plus, Ben asks the guys what might on Natha...

We're back for the second episode focused on the World Cup and the England Squad! On this weeks podcast, the team discuss England cruising past Senegal in their recent match, the 19 year old superstar that is Jude Bellingham, the upcoming match against France and a look closer to home as the Saints squad head off to Spain for some team bonding. A huge thanks to Nord VPN for sponsoring the podcast...

We’re doing a few special editions of the podcast throughout the World Cup, following the England team through the tournament and checking in on any Saints business back in the UK. In this first episode, we’ll look back at England's opening 2 games of the tournament - two very different performances, plus we’ll look ahead to the Wales game on Tuesday. And Jacob provides some insight after his inte...

Nathan Jones’ first game in charge ends in a 3-1 defeat at Anfield but getting anything there was always going to be a tall order for new manager. The team break down what happened in that match as well as the cup match against Sheffield Wednesday and they look ahead to what needs to be done during the World Cup break.  Although the Premier League is taking a break, we aren't! We'll be doing...

With Saints confirming that Ralph Hasenhuttl had parted company with the Club after nearly 4 years in charge, thoughts swiftly moved to who might replace him. Straight out of left-field came Luton Town boss, Nathan Jones.  TSP213a sees Ben Stanfield, Glen de la Cour and The Athletic's Jacob Tanswell get together to discuss Jones' imminent arrival, his credentials and style, how Saints players...

Saints have decide to sack manager Ralph Hasenhüttl after a dismal 4-1 home defeat to Newcastle but it's uncertain as to when he might be leaving. At the time of recording, this is yet to be announced but subject to change in the coming hours! The team also cover the upcoming EFL Cup match against Sheffield Wednesday with James Mappin from The Wednesday ’Til I Die Podcast , provide an update on aw...

A week that has, of course, seen a Saints fan installed as the UK’s new Prime Minister, On this weeks pod the team cover Saints proving predictable prey for the Eagles, high-flying Newcastle United prepare to visiting St. Mary’s and, thankfully, one facet of the Club does continue to ‘march on’.....We’ll have all the latest on Saints Womens team.... Welcome to TSP 212 A huge thanks to Nord VPN for...

The South Coast is ours, and Ralph survives longer than the Prime Minister! There's plenty to discuss this week including that important win away at Bournemouth during the week and then a decent point against an inform Arsenal. The team also look ahead and preview the match against Crystal Palace. Welcome to TSP 211! A huge thanks to Nord VPN for sponsoring the podcast this week, you can grab...

After what many were calling the most significant game of the season so far, it ends in a draw at home to West Ham in the Premier League, but is it enough to keep Ralph Hasenhüttl in the job for the next week? The team review that game, take a look ahead to Bournemouth and the team are joined by Sam from Back Of The Net , the AFC Bournemouth Fan Channel . The guys also preview upcoming match again...

There’s no shame in defeat at Manchester City, we all called it last week, damage limitation was always going to be the order of the day at The Etihad Stadium - 4-0 the final score. but West Ham is yet to come. Potentially must win games for Ralph to keep his job, we’ll try and find the positives for both games. The team also continue to discuss Ralph's future at the club and share their thoughts...

The Premier League is back after the international break - and it’s a disappointing 2-1 defeat at home to Everton, with boo’s ringing out at full time. The guys break down that match, look ahead to the next game against Man City, break down the current run of form James Ward Prowse is having and his World Cup potential and discuss if the end is nigh for Mr. Hasenhuttl Welcome to TSP 208 Martin Sta...

This week Saints sunk to a 1-0 defeat away at Aston Villa on Friday night.  It’s now 3 defeats in 4 for Saints - and we currently sit 14th heading into the international break - 7 points from 7 games. We've certainly had better games... Welcome to TSP 207 The team discuss the defeat to Aston Villa on Friday night, we talk international call-ups, Moussa Djenepo’s new contract and we’ll be look...

A disappointing defeat at Wolves on Saturday - it was back down to earth for Saints after they came from behind to record a rare home win against Chelsea earlier in the week… we look back at both games. The transfer window closed on Thursday and it was a busy one for Saints - there’s plenty to discuss… with 2 men who had a busy evening. And we’re back at home this weekend with the visit of Brentfo...

This week the team have got two to review, and two to preview.  A narrow home defeat to Man United in the Premier League and our first-ever game against Cambridge United in the League Cup. Plus Chelsea visits St Mary’s on Tuesday evening ahead of a Saints trip to Wolverhampton at the weekend.  All this plus the gossip and wants as the transfer window SLAMS shut... Welcome to TSP 205 Mart...

Saints recover from going a goal down to take all 3 points at Leicester - 2-1 the final score. We’ve got reaction to our first away win since February.  The panel preview the trip to Cambridge United in the Second Round of the League Cup and it’s Manchester United next in the Premier League at St Mary’s - a good time to play them? We discuss a tough start for Saints Women in the Championship,...

A spirited fight back and a strong finish rescued a point in the first home game of the new season against Leeds ending in a 2-2 draw, on the podcast this week, the team give their reaction to the first home game of the season against Leeds United, preview the trip to Leicester at the weekend and with just 17 days left in the transfer window, discuss what might be to come for Saints... Welcome to...

So the Premier League season is back, and we wish we could say that failing to hold a lead, a flimsy defence and a blunt attack was so last season. But here we are! The team go over the disappointing loss to Spurs, the continued issues in the squad, the changes to the coaching staff over the summer and preview the game against Leicester. This is TSP 202! Jono Holmes fills in for Martin this week a...

The TSP team are back for a new season, bright-eyed and bushy-tailed, ready to report on the comings and goings of Southampton Football Club! Martin has taken a well-timed holiday and so TSP founder Ben Stanfield returns to host the opening show of the season. The guys cover the recent business of the transfer window, the upcoming game against Spurs and their hopes for the season ahead. Welco...

A milestone episode of the podcast can only mean one thing...A live podcast! The TSP team get together for the final time this season to look back on the highs, lows and everything in between. Recorded on Friday 27th May from the 5Rivers Sports Bar in Southampton, Martin Starke is joined by Steve Grant ( SaintsWeb ), Dan Sheldon ( The Athletic ) and Glen de la Cour ( League One Minus 10 ) to...

And just like that, after a 4-1 defeat away at Leicester the 2021/22 season comes to a close. Not quite what many of us expected after the success we saw earlier in the season but hopefully lots to learn from to take into the summer. The team recap the match from today and also break down the various issues in and around the squad, Martin provides some more detail on our TSP 200 live event and the...

1 final home defeat against Liverpool leaves Southampton with one game left to play, 40 points and in 15th place in the Premier League. Has this season left you wanting more from the team and are you ready for a fresh lick of paint in the summer? Or have we done the best we could? The TSP team get together once again to break down the loss against Liverpool, the upcoming (and final) game of the se...