Tonda Eckert
Southampton head coach charged by the FA for misconduct.
Notable Quotes
"It's tough to read some of the things that are out there, I've held my hand up for this judgement on something I have authorised."View Story →
"The image looks very different. It means a lot that the owner wasn't swayed by public opinion but looked at what actually happened."View Story →
"The expectations for him are clear to support the team in the best way and he's been very professional in doing that so far."View Story →
"I think he deserves that off the back of some brilliant performances in the last season, my commitment to Longy as number two stands as well."View Story →
"the club have had a 'big, big punishment' for Spygate"View Story →
"I've asked for forgiveness and apologised publicly."View Story →
"It's been a big, big punishment."View Story →
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We've had a big, big punishment - Eckert
Southampton boss Tonda Eckert says the club have had a "big, big punishment" for Spygate.
September 21, 2026'I've asked for forgiveness' - Eckert and Southampton braced for Spygate verdict
As Southampton manager Tonda Eckert awaits the FA hearing into his 'Spygate' misconduct conduct charge BBC sports editor Dan Roan speaks to him and club chief executive Phil Parsons on what happens next.
September 21, 2026Fourth-choice Ramsdale will 'support team' - Eckert
Southampton boss Tonda Eckert says Aaron Ramsdale still has a role to "support the team" despite becoming their fourth-choice keeper.
September 4, 2026What's going on with Southampton boss Eckert's FA probe?
While Southampton felt the full force of the EFL's disciplionary powers at the back end of last season, Spygate is far from over with the future of Tonda Eckert still uncertain.
August 14, 2026Image created by 'Spygate' is far from truth - Eckert
Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert says he is "grateful" to owner Dragon Solak for backing him in the wake of the Spygate scandal.
August 7, 2026Southampton boss Eckert charged by FA over Spygate
Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert is charged by the Football Association for his role in the Spygate scandal.
July 22, 2026