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Pompey have new heroes in 2024 - and it takes me back to 1983, 2012 and many points in between
Portsmouth
Sometimes I think about something I want to write about, get straight to it and end up rambling on for about 2,000 words. But this is different. I want to write 2,000 words about the League One champions and don’t know where or how to start.

Swansea City link to Hatters man
Swansea City
With the season coming to an end and talk turning to the summer and within a matter of weeks the summer transfer window opening we’ve spent a few days chatting to some friendly supporters of the website, and have a guess what ? Paul Watson, Swans Sporting Director has been relentless in his searches for new talent, and we’ve snagged a name he finds of interest for next season.

Saints Announce New Season Ticket Details- Good For Some A Kick In The Teeth For Others
Southampton
It is the worst kept secret that Southampton FC have been determined to force through the Northam Stand as a safe standing all home fan area. But it seems that in order to give a financial encouragement for this to work, the majority will pay for it.

A Rough Guide To Cardiff City
Southampton
The last time we played at Cardiff City it was the first game in charge for Ralph Hasenhuttl back in December 2018, now we return and for those who have never been to the Cardiff City Stadium here is all the lowdown.

Blackstock's wonder goal seals crucial PNE victory - History
Queens Park Rangers
QPR desperately need a win at home to Preston on Saturday to allay mounting relegation fears, and Rangers have certainly been here before against this opposition.

What Brought About Russell Martin U Turns Against Preston
Southampton
For the last two months Southampton manager Russell Martin has doggedly pursued a selection policy that tore apart the foundations of a team that had gone 22 League games unbeaten, but against Preston he suddenly had an unexpected change of strategy.

Southampton V Preston North End The Verdict
Southampton
There was a big shock for Saints supporters when the teams came in, Jack Stephens wasn't in the starting line up, but that would not be the last shock of the day as Preston were despatched in fine style.

Ogbeta out in the cold … Nothing from the Swans as his contract is due to expire
Swansea City
He’s always been the outside man at Swansea, Salford born Nathaniel Ogbeta, now twenty two, has seen successful loans at Peterborough United and Bolton Wanderers since signing for the Swans. But only three appearances in his clubs shirt.

Saints Striker Could Be Banned For Striking
Southampton
It has emerged that Southampton striker Sekou Mara could face disciplinary action for an incident in the game against Watford on Saturday, that was not spotted by eithe referee or linesman at the time.