Championship

BY ECK, SAINTS GET BIG BOOST

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The LeaguePaper Team
11 October 2026

CHAMPIONSHIP
Tonda up for derby after ban escape...
By Chris Dunlavy

SOUTHAMPTON v PORTSMOUTH
Today, Kick-off: 12pm
ACARNIVAL 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, meanwh...

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