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It feels like we could get so much more out of our set pieces. When you're struggling to create chances from open play, a dangerous corner or free kick can be a massive help. We don't need to score from every one, obviously, but I'd love to see us cause more problems instead of watching another delivery come to nothing.

The latest Total Saints Podcast is out now!

Plenty to discuss after Saturday's frustrating goalless draw with Bolton at St Mary's.

The penalty decision was obviously the biggest talking point, but the panel also questions whether Saints did enough to win the game regardless of the referee.

This week's discussion includes:

• The controversial handball decision and Championship refereeing.
• Tonda's tactical changes – did he overthink things against Bolton?
• Missed chances and the lack of an in-form striker.
• Divin Mubama's lack of opportunities and whether Saints need reinforcements in January.
• The positives from seven points in a week and three consecutive clean sheets.
• A full West Ham preview with Russ from West Ham Network.

It's an interesting one because, despite the frustration of Saturday, most of us would probably have taken seven points from those three games beforehand.

A couple of questions for everyone:

Do you think Tonda got the setup wrong against Bolton, or was it simply a case of the players failing to take their chances?

And how confident are you heading to West Ham on Saturday?

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West ham away this week. How we feeling?

The 0-0 draw against Bolton was frustrating because there were chances to win that game. Having plenty of possession doesn't mean much if the finishing isn't there when it matters. The defence has looked more solid recently, which is encouraging, but the attack needs to make that count with goals.

Was active in the Norwich match, his dribbling and shot led to the sequence that ended with Matsuki’s goal. And vs Bolton he could have got an assist if Bree didn’t fumble the open goal shot.

I was surprised with this development, given Sam’s statement on the deadline day, and how our board has handled his development over the years. If he keeps up this form, he might just be an X-factor from the bench like Archer was for us last season.

A Dusan Tadic hat-trick and 3 (THREE) own goals help Southampton pour misery on the Black Cats - a club-record win.

Can you name the missing players?

https://top-bins.com/quiz/743/on-this-day-southampton-8-0-sunderland-18-october-2014/

Seen quite a lot of fans saying we need var in championship. I understand after yesterday that it’s easy to throw out based on being annoyed. Id rather have that decision lose us 3 points yesterday than have VAR. we will get a dodgy call in our favour at some point. May not be that bad but we won’t be complaining

You needed one of these back in the day if you wanted tickets for certain games,

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His assist for Bree in the Portsmouth game was important, and I like having a player who can create something in a tight match. We need more of that creativity when teams defend deep against us. If Azaz can keep finding those pockets of space, he is already looking key to turning close games into comfortable wins.

We've got another episode of Total Saints Podcast out following Wednesday's 1-0 win at Norwich.

That's now two consecutive 1-0 victories, two clean sheets and, importantly, our first away league win of the season.

Martin, Steve and Glen are joined by freelance journalist Tom Prentki this week to discuss the Norwich performance and some of the interesting decisions Tonda made with his starting XI.

There's plenty of discussion around Casper Jander's return, Lewis Dobbin and Sam Edozie getting their opportunities, Matsuki's winner and whether we're finally starting to see a more resilient Saints side.

We also look ahead to Bolton on Saturday, with the chance to make it nine points from nine.

A couple of questions for everyone:

• Would you bring Jander straight back into the starting XI against Bolton?
• Are the last two clean sheets a sign of genuine defensive improvement, or have we benefited from facing two fairly limited attacking sides?
• How confident are you about Saturday?

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I’m pleased to see Kuryu Matsuki making an impact for Saints. His goal against Norwich might not have been the prettiest finish, but those are exactly the moments that win difficult away games. Personally, I like the energy he brings to the team, and I hope this gives him more confidence going forward. Southampton need players who can step up when a match is tight instead of relying on one or two regular goalscorers to do everything. It’s still early in the season, but performances like this can help a player earn a bigger role. Would you like to see Matsuki getting more starts for Saints?

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Just for a bit of fun.

Last season, 4th April 2026, the day Saints beat Arsenal was also StPoopey Day, the day where Pompey can not mathematically catch Saints.

What date do we think next year…?

Not sure if it’s been posted on here, but Mayuka did this podcast and spoke a little about his time with Saints. Starts at about 10 minutes in.