# Southampton coach on Spygate experience

> Southampton coach Tonda Eckert says Spygate changed his life after FA suspended ban and fine.
- Title: Southampton coach on Spygate experience · BBC Sport | Shortify
- Summary: Southampton coach Tonda Eckert says Spygate changed his life after FA suspended ban and fine. Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert says Spygate scandal…
- Keywords: tonda eckert, southampton, spygate, football, championship, sports, coach, experience, BBC Sport
- Source: BBC Sport — https://bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/cvrly3el4e63o
- Published: 2026-10-08T16:13:02.085+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: tonda eckert, southampton, spygate, football, fa, championship, sports
## Tonda Eckert on Spygate
Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert says Spygate changed his life after FA suspended his six-week ban and £28,000 fine.
## FA ruling on Spygate
The FA suspended Eckert's six-week ban after finding 'considerable mitigation' in his conduct.
## Eckert's response
Eckert said Spygate 'changes your life' but he made a decision to stay with Southampton after the ruling.
## Eckert's relief
Eckert said the ruling ended four months of scrutiny and criticism for him and his inner circle.
## Eckert's future plans
Eckert aims to bring Southampton back to big goals this season after Spygate resolution.
## Key takeaway

Southampton head coach Tonda Eckert says Spygate scandal changed his life after FA suspended his six-week ban and £28,000 fine.