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Middlesbrough Boss Kim Hellberg Reacts as Southampton 'Spygate' Punishment Confirmed
Eckert avoided an immediate touchline ban after accepting responsibility for the spying case, and Southampton said safeguards are in place after the ruling.
- On Wednesday, the English Football Association handed Southampton manager Tonda Eckert a suspended six-week ban and £28,000 fine for his role in the 'Spygate' scandal, allowing him to remain in his position.
- An independent disciplinary commission previously ruled that Eckert 'specifically authorised' spying on opponents, resulting in the club's exclusion from last season's Championship playoff final and a four-point deduction.
- Southampton stated this decision brings a 'regrettable period of our history to a conclusion,' adding that 'measures have been put in place to ensure that such errors in judgement never happen again.'
- With the uncertainty resolved, Eckert is free to lead the team against rivals Portsmouth in the South Coast derby this Sunday at St Mary's.
- Former Southampton striker James Beattie believes a new contract for the German coach should be 'high on the agenda,' noting the decision provides a 'little shot in the arm' for the squad.
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