CEO Parsons hails Saints fans' loyalty after Spygate

Southampton CEO Phil Parsons has praised the club's supporters after the tumultuous events following the Spygate scandal.A decisive Football Association hearing is set to take place this week after Saints head coach Tonda Eckert was charged with misconduct in July.Saints admitted spying on three clubs during the 2025-2026 season, leading to their expulsion from the Championship play-off final. An EFL panel also docked the club four points for this season. Both the club and Eckert have apologised