Revealed: 'Deplorable' Southampton LIED and claimed they did not record rivals' training in spying hearing, until evidence was uncovered - and manager admitted his key role

Southampton Football Club were found guilty of a 'deplorable approach' after a spying hearing revealed they had lied about recording rivals' training sessions, only changing their account when evidence was uncovered. Head coach Tonda Eckert was identified as having authorised the spying operation. The club also faced criticism for pressuring junior staff members to carry out the surveillance on opposition teams.