Step back in time with the Daily Echo as it dusts off evocative images from its archives, offering a glimpse into the final days of Southampton FC's legendary former home - The Dell.

It's hard to believe that more than two decades have passed since the venerable stands and familiar terraces of the truly hallowed ground were painstakingly dismantled. 

For generations of Saints fans, The Dell wasn't just a stadium; it was a repository of cherished memories, echoing with the roar of triumphs and the shared sighs of near misses.

These particular photographs, captured in 2001, freeze-frame the stark reality of the demolition – the tangible end of an era for the club and its devoted followers.

Witnessing the 'much-loved home' being torn apart marked a significant, slightly melancholic turning point. Yet, it also paved the way for a new chapter, culminating in the symbolic march of the team and its faithful supporters towards the future, embracing their arena at St Mary's. 

These rediscovered pictures serve as a powerful reminder of that pivotal moment, preserving the legacy of The Dell even as the Saints forged ahead in their new stadium.