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‘You legend’ - Spygate message leaked from Southampton saga that cost the Saints a shot at promotion to the Premier League | Goal.com UK
- Leaked messages reveal a systematic spying operation at Southampton tied to their failed promotion bid.
- Junior staff felt pressured to monitor opponents' secret training sessions.
- The Arbitration Panel called the spying plan contrived and sanctioned at high club levels.
- Manager Eckert apologized, accepting responsibility for the debacle.
- Owner Solak backed Eckert, saying he deserves a second chance.
- The club allegedly tried to scrub intern Salt from official materials.
- Chief executive Parsons allegedly misled investigations about footage.
- The panel questioned ties between members and Middlesbrough.
- Southampton expressed regret over initial handling of the situation.
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