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Southampton FC spygate scandal 2026
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FIRST ENTRY OCT 08
OCT 08 · Day 1
Southampton manager Eckert allowed to stay despite spygate scandal
An EFL independent disciplinary commission ruled in May that Eckert had specifically authorised the spying.
Eckert was appointed permanent Southampton boss in December 2025.
Southampton admitted to three breaches of EFL regulations.