Southampton FC boss Russell Martin openly displayed his lack of interest in meeting Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, making his disdain clear during a recent interview. Despite being a Southampton fan, Sunak received a cold shoulder from the actual manager of his chosen football team. Martin, who has guided the club to third place in the championship, humorously dismissed the idea of meeting the Prime Minister.
Sunak attended the match at St. Mary’s Stadium on Friday, where Southampton secured a 2-1 victory over Plymouth Argyle, continuing their impressive run of form. Although Sunak’s presence sparked discussions, it seemingly had no impact on Martin. When asked by Radio 5 Live if he had the chance to meet Sunak after the game, Martin provided a blunt response, expressing his lack of interest in greeting the Prime Minister.
In Martin’s own words, “Look, the Prime Minister [Rishi Sunak] might have come down to see the players, but I’ve got no interest in saying ‘hello sir’ to him. How’s that for honesty? Take care guys, see you later.”
The situation became a humorous anecdote as the audio of Martin’s response added to the amusement. Despite Sunak’s position as the Prime Minister and being a Southampton fan, Martin, known for his bold management style and visionary approach, showed no inclination to engage in a conversation with him.
Southampton manager Russell Martin asked if Rishi Sunak had come down to see him and the team after the match today.
"He might have come down, but I have no interest in saying hello. How’s that for honesty?" pic.twitter.com/jyJ6TcVmCs
— Adam Bienkov (@AdamBienkov) December 29, 2023
The article highlights the contrast between Martin’s outspoken demeanor and Sunak’s potential expectations of receiving leadership advice. Martin, recognized for his possession-based tactics, has not shied away from expressing his political leanings in the past. In 2021, he openly discussed ‘losing faith’ in both the Conservatives and Labour, praising Green Party MP Caroline Lucas for her ‘unbelievable values’ and morals. The manager’s refusal to greet Sunak reflects not only his disinterest in the political figure but also adds a humorous twist to the dynamics between the boss and the Prime Minister.
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