Ted Bates, Southampton’s manager, missed Terry Paine’s wedding because he was in Scotland signing David Paton, a 19-year old centre-half. Dave had a Scottish Youth cap, a father who had played in goal during the 30s for Queen’s Park and – maybe most importantly to Southampton’s skinflint manager – was available on a free transfer. He admitted some time afterwards the only thing he kne...
Browse through the profiles of every Saints player to have played competitive football from 1887, right up to the present day. Well over 1000 profiles (and growing) including full stats, photos and relevant press cuttings. This is THE place to explore the lives of the men who wore the red and white shirts …..even if it was only the once.
In short the ultimate historical archive for Saints fans who want to delve deeper into the careers and fate of those who represented the club they are so proud to support.
Please note – this is a “live” website inasmuch I add to it every day, so its always worth checking back onto a profile to see if any new facts or images have come to light.