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Southampton manager sits down to address everything about spygate scandal for first time

Eckert breaks his silence on Spygate two weeks after Southampton were expelled from the play-offs for spying on Middlesbrough.
He says he is responsible and apologizes to supporters, players, and the club for what happened.
Eckert provides context on training session observations, noting differences in English rules and practices with other countries.
The club’s disciplinary case involved breaches regarding Oxford United and Ipswich Town, which were cited in the ongoing investigation.
Arbitration panel denied Southampton re-entry after appeals, keeping penalties in place.
Eckert refers to the Wembley final as the season’s end that the club hoped to reach before the ruling.
The statement emphasizes the team’s efforts and sacrifices by players over the last six months.
Eckert attempts to humanize the incident by comparing practices from his Italian coaching background.
Eckert states his aim to rebuild the club's connection with supporters and the community.
Eckert thanks the board for support during the controversy.

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