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  • Lynda Hale: 1954-2026

    We at the Saints Archive send our sympathies to the family of Lynda Hale who has passed away. Lynda played for Southampton Women’s FC (The Sirens) and won 7 FA Cups blazing a trail for women’s football. A local lady with a love of football. Lynda Hale: 1954-2026 | England Football

  • Saints Archive Announces New Partnership with Whatnot

    We are proud to officially announce an exciting new partnership between Saints Archive and Whatnot — one of the fastest-growing live auction platforms in the world. This collaboration marks a major step forward in our mission to preserve, celebrate, and share the history of Southampton Football Club with supporters everywhere. Through Whatnot, Saints Archive will…

  • Free Stuff – from our good pals at 405 Chilee

    You may have seen from a recent post that we received a batch of #specialedition nuts from our friends at 405 Chilee company – and we are giving them away FOR FREE! From 11am this Saturday till just before kick-off, meet us at ‘The Chapel Arms’ collect a packet, take a picture tagging us and…

  • Quiz Night – Tuesday 30 Dec – The Dell Pub

    Further information will be posted here as and when it becomes available. Update – 12/11/25 – Booking form now available https://forms.gle/m9MhQwJJpPeyp7Cy7

  • ‘We March Away’ By Barry Webb

    How to obtain a copy?You can buy the book (price £10) direct from Barry Webb – email webb.barry@gmail.com for details of payment and delivery arrangements.Alternatively, the book will be on sale in the Saints Store from 1st October.

  • Voting has opened for the Saints Archive Hall of Fame 2025.

    We are taking nominations for the next 30 days and recipients will be invited along to a presentation ceremony at the Dell pub, St Mary’s Stadium (dates will be released once recipients have been contacted). You can vote for both men and women who have represented saints senior sides, with this year, like last year…

  • Archive Announcement

    After a meeting with the club on Thursday, the Saints Archive are recognised by the club as one of the leading social media groups and we will now be involved working on projects that our members, that’s you wonderful people will be involved in. We will continue to support our wonderful ex saints alongside the…

  • A great opportunity from our friends at ‘The Coaches Vault’

    From Premier League striker to passionate coach and mentor James Beattie is one of the driving forces behind The Coaches’ Vault will be sharing his thoughts at our launch event along side Matthew Le Tissier. James knows what it takes to perform at the highest level and how to guide others from grassroots to greatness.…

  • Hall Of Fame – 18th April 2025 – Shelly Provan

    The Saints Archive can confirm that Shelly Provan will be officially awarded her Hall Of Fame award on April 18th at St Mary’s Stadium’s ‘Dell Pub’. We suggest anyone wishing to be part of this event to arrive from 5pm. This gives guests a chance to get drinks and snacks/food. Shelly will be presented with…

  • Sue Buckett: Pioneering Goalkeeper for Southampton and England

    Sue Buckett, born in 1944 in Portsmouth, England, is celebrated as a trailblazer in women’s football, notably as the first official goalkeeper for the England women’s national team. Her remarkable career spanned over two decades, during which she made significant contributions to both Southampton Women’s Football Club and the national team. Club Career with Southampton…

  • Saints Archive Hall of Fame 2024: Celebrating Legends Lawrie McMenemy and Shelly Provan

    The Saints Archive Hall of Fame has once again honoured two individuals who have left an indelible mark on Southampton Football Club. This year’s inductees, Lawrie McMenemy and Shelly Provan, epitomize the excellence, dedication, and legacy that the Hall of Fame celebrates. Lawrie McMenemy: A Managerial Maestro Few names are as synonymous with Southampton Football…

  • Celebrating Ron Davies: A Southampton FC Legend

    Ron Davies, an iconic name in the history of Southampton Football Club, continues to be celebrated for his contributions both on and off the pitch. Davies was a formidable striker whose exceptional heading ability and prolific goal-scoring made him a standout during his time at The Dell. Born in 1942 in Holywell, Wales, Ron Davies…