'Any joy early on is welcome' but 'real test will be opener against Newcastle'published at 14:03 20 July
We asked for your views on Southampton's 7-1 friendly win over Eastleigh on Friday.
Here are some of your responses:
Anthony: A decent win is always a good start - it does not matter who the opposition are. The goals still show they are doing things right. This season is going to be really tough so any joy early on is welcome.
Lucy: I can't believe the score. We weren't expecting a big win - we were only expecting a 2-0, 3-0 or 4-0 - but this was amazing.
Dan: Good run out for the lads and good to see the new players getting some minutes. Friendlies never amount to much but are great way to build confidence and connections ready for the new season.
Steven: Very nice, comfortable win. But don't forget, it is not about the pre-season, it is about getting them fit for the new campaign. That is all that matters.
Daz: No offence to Eastleigh, but they are not exactly Manchester City or Liverpool. Don't get me wrong, they did well to score seven goals, but the real test of how they are performing is when they start against Newcastle United.