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Southampton vs Portsmouth: Saints boosted by Tonda Eckert ban escape ahead of derby clash

Southampton boss Tonda Eckert can focus on today’s South Coast derby after escaping a lengthy touchline ban over Spygate.
Southampton manager Tonda Eckert speaking to the media after the Spygate ruling

By Chris Dunlavy

Today, Kick-off: 12pm
A carnival atmosphere is expected at St Mary’s for this afternoon’s South Coast derby after Southampton boss Tonda Eckert escaped serious punishment for his role in Spygate.
Saints were dramatically expelled from last season’s play-offs after the 33-year-old admitted sending a young intern to spy on opponents Middlesbrough ahead of the semi-final first leg.
An additional four-point deduction was imposed ahead of the current campaign.
Eckert, meanwhile, faced being banned for up to a year after being charged with misconduct by the FA.
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