IT'S all over. A teary-eyed James Beattie acknowledges the Saints supporters at the end of a dramatic FA Cup Final.

But although the team went down 1-0 to Cup holders Arsenal, their performance and that of the fans was hailed a winner, producing one of the most memorable and colourful Cup Finals in recent history.

In particular the passion and pride of the fans ensured the day will be remembered for years to come.

THE SOUTHERN DAILY ECHO CAN NOW OFFER HUNDREDS OF PHOTOS TAKEN BY OUR STAFF PHOTOGRAPHERS AT THE FA CUP FINAL IN CARDIFF. GO TO THE 'THIS IS THE SAINTS' SECTION OF THE SITE AT: http://www.thisisthesaints.co.uk