Eckert free to stay as Southampton boss as Spygate ban suspended
Tonda Eckert is free to continue as Southampton manager after being given a suspended ban for his role in Spygate.
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"We are confident the manager has learned from this matter, and a suspended sentence allows him to continue in his role."
— Dragan Solak , Executive
"I firmly believe that Tonda is one of Europe's most exciting young coaches, and with this distraction removed, I am confident he can lead the team to a successful season."
— Dragan Solak , Executive
"The way they have treated us is not something we will forget."
— Dragan Solak , Executive
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Tonda Eckert is free to continue as Southampton manager after being given a suspended ban for his role in Spygate.
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