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The day the Saints went to heaven
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 25/02/2017
» It was 41 years ago that Southampton were involved in one of the biggest upsets in FA Cup history when as a second-tier team they defeated overwhelming favourites Manchester United 1-0 in the final at Wembley. It is the only major trophy the Saints have won, but what a scalp!
Well Sam, that was not in the script
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 01/10/2016
» Whatever one's opinion of Sam Allardyce, he struck a very sad figure as he left Wembley on Tuesday after losing his dream job as England manager. It was just sinking in that he had thrown away the biggest opportunity of his lifetime after 67 days and just one game.
It's still a round of two halves in Troon
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 16/07/2016
» It was the great Gary Player who said the last nine holes at Royal Troon "are the most difficult in the world when the wind is blowing".
Big Sam can enjoy blowing bubbles
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 13/12/2014
» With Southampton slipping in recent games, West Ham have temporarily taken over the mantel of the most surprising team in the Premier League this season.
Bonus entertainment on the touchline
Sports, Nobby Piles, Published on 11/10/2014
» While the Premier League is best known for its lively encounters on the pitch, as an added attraction we often witness some unscheduled entertainment on the touchline, courtesy of that curious breed of people, the gaffers.