Southampton owner Dragan Solak affirmed his support for head coach Tonda Eckert, despite Eckert’s involvement in a spying scandal that led to the club’s expulsion from the promotion play-offs and a four-point deduction. Solak believes Eckert, who guided the team to safety and a play-off position, deserves a second chance, though he warned that future rule violations would not be tolerated. The Football Association is investigating further, and Solak expressed confidence in Eckert’s talent, suggesting he could find better opportunities if banned. Solak criticized the severity of the club’s punishment, comparing it to the more common issue of diving in football.
