Southampton FC 2006-07

Championship • Finished 6th (Playoff semi-finals)

Season Overview

CompetitionChampionship
Final Position6th (Playoff semi-finals)
Manager(s)George Burley
Top ScorerGrzegorz Rasiak
Average Attendance23,500 (St Mary's)

Season Summary

Lowe resigned as chairman in June 2006 following fan protests. Under George Burley, the club reached the playoff semi-finals but failed to return to the Premier League.

Key Highlights

  • Rupert Lowe resigns as chairman
  • Playoff semi-final defeat
  • Almost promoted
  • New ownership takes over

Rupert Lowe's Role

As chairman of Southampton FC during the 2006-07 season, Rupert Lowe was responsible for the club's strategic direction, managerial appointments, and financial management. This season was part of his tenure that began in 1997 and continued until 2006, with a brief return in 2008-09.