Fascinating chat with Russell Martin today.
- The importance of players being open about their emotions.
- How he's thankful for his tough upbringing, saying it helped him during Saints' 4 match losing streak.
- And what's pleased him most about the season.
ITV News Meridian 6pm.

Great to welcome guests to our reception at God’s House Tower in Southampton this evening 🥂

Our staff and participants testifying to our impact in the city 😇

Behind the scenes Ashford Picturehouse 🎬

Ahead of Maidstone United's historic match against Coventry, George Elokobi & I take a look back at their underdog story, his life in Cameroon, his love of football and more 🏆🇨🇲⚽️

Tonight at 6 on ITV News Meridian & extended interview on ITVX

Wham! are at number 1 with Last Christmas - that story and other news with us at 6 Matt Teale andrew pate Philippa Drew see you soon and Happy Xmas 🎄

Football club make shock return to FA Cup after opponents disqualified

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Enjoyed our chat with Dr. Hugo De La Peña, MD, PHD, FRCP. on ITV News Meridian this week. A really important breast cancer awareness message, but also great tips on things we can all do to help us stay healthy. Worth a watch!

Take care out there.

His first managerial role ⚽️

Stephen Clemence announced as new Gillingham FC head coach - he was a part of Gills legend Steve Bruce's coaching staff at Newcastle & Vila.

Looking forward to speaking to him at tomorrow's presser for ITV News Meridian

What do we think #Gills fans?

On tonight’s sport on ITV News Meridian at 6, we’ll be reflecting on a momentous week for Sheppey United FC after they got through to the FA Cup first round for the first time. Chairman Tony Hughes has been telling Joe Coshan what it means for the club.

The fourth leader in recent times - not much success. Back him or sack him? Rishi Sunak tells ITV News Meridian he's supporting Southampton FC manager

A busy ITV News Meridian programme in the South. andrew pate is at the Amex where Brighton are preparing to get their European dream underway and 80's sitcom queen and panto legend - the irrepressible Su Pollard - joins us in the studio. Join Stacey Poole 💙 and me at 6. Hi-de-Hi!

Thanks very much. We will definitely credit you.

Heavy downpours, thunder and lightning hit the south last night with a yellow weather warning in place. Did you capture any footage of the lightning where you were? Send us your photos of the stormy conditions to [email protected]

He's widely credited with saving the club and recently found out he'd achieved his long term ambition of having an Ashes match at the Ageas Bowl - in 2027. itv.com/news/meridian/…

Selles looking for 10 new players. Says door is open to Theo Walcott, but feels the most important thing is getting some early results and building a feel good factor.

In the Thames Valley - andrew pate talks to new Reading boss, Ruben Selles, as Reading FC prepare for life in League 1

Goodwood’s Festival of Speed will not go ahead tomorrow (Saturday) due to the predicted high winds. The 1st time FoS won’t happen in its 30 year history. The action will resume on Sunday.

Excellent coverage of Matt Ratana on ITV News Meridian news, including scenes from East Grinstead rugby club.

What's the appeal of #CrazyGolf ? Our very own andrew pate has been finding out in #Hastings at the World Championships:

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Hastings Mini Golf

What's next for new WBO world champion Chris Billam-Smith ? Having gone from AFC Bournemouth 🍒 season ticket holder to winning the title at the Vitality, Chris is hoping Las Vegas could be on the cards. ITV News Meridian at 6.
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