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Southampton owner will not sack apologetic Eckert despite role in spying scandal
Saints head coach issues apology in club video message

TL;DR
- Tonda Eckert, Southampton's head coach, has apologized for orchestrating a spying scandal.
- The scandal led to Southampton being disqualified from the Championship playoff final.
- Eckert accepted full responsibility and apologized to affected clubs and supporters.
- Owner Dragan Solak expressed support for Eckert, aiming for Premier League promotion next season.
- Eckert explained the spying as "context" from his coaching background in Germany and Italy.
- The Football Association is also investigating Eckert.
- Eckert stated that the spying had no impact on sporting performance.
- Solak indicated a desire to "close the chapter" and move forward with Eckert and his staff.