Southend United crashed out of the Johnstone's Paint Trophy with a humiliating home defeat to one of their biggest rivals.

Orient capitalised on gaps all over the park, especially in the second half, and Blues were made to pay for their lack of man-marking on several occasions.

Steve Tilson has a big job on his hands sealing up the massive space Blues allowed the visitors to enjoy. Click to continue reading...

Southend United slipped to a heavy defeat at the Banks's Stadium after too many defensive errors were punished by an efficient home side who thoroughly deserved the victory.

A terrible second half period saw the Blues collapse after going into the break level at 1-1.

Hal Robson-Kanu scored that equaliser and Lee Barnard got his first goal of the season - a consolation - to make it 5-2. Click to continue reading...

On the eve of the new season, longpier takes his annual look at Southend's chances this term and asks whether Steve Tilson's men can mount a serious challenge on League One.

The events of the last 48 hours have been breathtaking for many Blues' fans. With an air of doom and gloom surrounding the lack of signings in the close season, Southend moved with lightning speed and signed three players in twelve hours and even had time to reject a bid for Nicky Bailey from Charlton. Click to continue reading...

Within the last hour, Southend United have made the shock decision to transfer list Peter Clarke, Simon Francis and player of the year Nicky Bailey.

It means Southend have now either transfer listed or not renewed the contract of 12 players.

Chairman Ron Martin says he will not be held to ransom by the players or their agents. Click to continue reading...

Southend managed to grind out a point at already relegated Port Vale, but were lucky to come away with anything after a fairly dismal end-of-season performance.

Leeds won to finish above the Blues on goal difference, while Nottingham Forest were automatically promoted after winning against Yeovil. Click to continue reading...

Southend gained another vital three points on their travels and extended their unbeaten run to 8 games. Simon Francis' 18th minute deflected goal was enough to beat their mid-table opponents at the County Ground.

The Blues remain 5th in the table, just a point behind Nottingham Forest, but - most importantly - Southend now have a three point buffer between themselves and 7th place, thanks to results going in their favour. Click to continue reading...