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Tonda Eckert lauds unsung heroes keeping Southampton squad ready to go

Tonda Eckert has gone out of his way to laud these unsung heroes at Southampton.

By Kelan Sarson · Saints Marching

Published: Thursday, 1 October 2026 at 12:00 PM

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Tonda Eckert praised Southampton's medical and performance departments for maintaining high player availability this season.
Southampton have secured four Championship wins while managing a nearly full-strength squad, aside from pre-season absentee Caspar Jander.
Eckert continues to await an FA hearing verdict regarding his alleged involvement in the Spygate saga.

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Southampton manager Tonda Eckert has praised the club's medical and performance staff for maintaining strong squad fitness across the opening eight Championship fixtures. Speaking to the Daily Echo ahead of the international break, the German coach highlighted their work in aiding player recovery and limiting major injury setbacks.

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