Episode 327: Draws

In That Number 327: DRAWS: You're Gonna Need a Bigger Lead

The Saints have discovered a new and deeply frustrating way to navigate the Championship: taking the lead and then forgetting how to play football.

We panic our way through back-to-back 1-1 draws against Birmingham City and Lincoln City, as Saints twice found themselves ahead, only to surrender the advantage and leave two wins sitting on the sidelines.

So, is it points gained or four points thrown in the bin? They discuss the performances, the missed opportunities and whether Saints have developed an unhealthy addiction to making things harder than they need to be.

The Transfer Roundabout makes one final spin as the window slams shut. They run through the last-minute arrivals, departure, and whether Saints have done enough business to strengthen the squad.

Then it's back to the Championship, with two huge games at St. Mary's on the horizon. First up, table-toppers Swansea City, before Bristol City roll into town.

Can Saints finally learn how to protect a lead, turn draws into wins and get the season properly moving in the right direction.

Two games. Two leads. Two draws. How big does this lead need to be?
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