In the highly unlikely event of that happening, this thread will be much longer and pretty toxic! Might be an idea to take a breather from reading it for a while! But not likely, so we can bask in the new man's vision etc etc, players queuing up to be the first to be 'right behind the manager etc'.
It takes a f**king long time to read all the comments on here from you and Os about the previous managers and what they should of done etc etc so he can hit the ground running . I'll be surprised if he's finished by Tuesday.
So the rookie coach who hadn’t even coached in the division before ended up coming out on top against Robins… Two of the three had never coached at that level before and were less than five years into their careers. Let’s hope the pattern holds.
Dear Russ, I got on chatgpt and with a little bit of editing I came up with your introductory speech. DAY ONE. RUSSELL MARTIN MEETS THE SOUTHAMPTON PLAYERS FOR THE FIRST TIME. Alright Lads, I’m Russ, I’m the new manager - bet you’ve heard that one a few times recently (laughter). Yeah, I’ve been hired by the club, on less money that you lot, to work twice as many hours as you do and somehow teach you how to win the game you're supposed to be good at. (Silence) It's time to wake the **** up. You have been given the privilege of playing professional football, unfortunately, many of you have let that privilege go to waste. You have not lived up to the expectations placed upon you, and in doing so, you have embarrassed yourselves, the fans, and this club. You have been paid exorbitant amounts of money to do what you love. You are living a dream that millions can only fantasize about. And what have you done? Squandered it. You have not only let yourselves down, you have let down the supporters who pour their heart and soul into this club. They have invested their time, their money, and their unwavering support, expecting to see a team that fights tooth and nail for victory. Instead, they have witnessed lackluster performances, defeat after defeat, and barely a hint of passion on the field. You are out of excuses. This is a great club, you have been handed every resource, every advantage to succeed, and you shown yourselves to be inadequate. Your actions have consequences, and from this moment on, there will be no more tolerance for complacency or underperformance. You will be held accountable for your performances, both in training and on match days. No longer will your lackluster efforts be tolerated. If you cannot find the motivation, the discipline, and the determination to improve, then I will find someone who can. This is a competitive sport, and only the strongest survive. You should look around this room now and imagine yourselves cut from the club and unwanted by anyone else. It’s not that far fetched, is it. Picture your worst performance this season and ask yourself what level of club would want you? You’ll be lucky to be pushing trolleys at Tescos. Feel it! Understand the weight of the jersey you wear. This club has a proud history, and it deserves players who are willing to bleed for it. You have been given the opportunity to make a name for yourselves, to leave a lasting legacy in the world of football. And yet, you have squandered that opportunity through a lack of commitment and an unwillingness to go the extra mile. I demand a change in attitude. I demand a change in work ethic. I demand a change in mindset. You will show me, the fans, and this club that you are worth every penny of the ridiculous salaries you earn. No longer will we accept defeat as a mere consequence of the game. You will fight tooth and nail, leaving everything on that pitch, knowing that the weight of failure is no longer an option. It's time to reclaim your pride, your honor, and your integrity. Each and every one of you will be held accountable for your actions moving forward. Those who cannot rise to the challenge will be swiftly replaced by individuals who hunger for success and are willing to give everything for this club. Do not forget the privilege you have been given. Do not forget the opportunity that lies in front of you. The time for excuses and underperformance is over. Prove to me, prove to the fans, and prove to yourselves that you deserve to wear the Southampton jersey. Show me that you are willing to fight for every inch of the pitch and for every victory. The road back to the Premier League starts now. It's time to restore some honor and pride to Southampton Football Club.
Can you imagine the reaction of these over privileged snowflakes to this "honest" statement? Oh to be a fly on the wall
Yep. I was told he was starting today. Can only conclude that it includes doing all the media stuff for the announcement
