NewsMay 21, 06:03 PM
Southampton Spygate: Expulsion and 4-Point Deduction for
Southampton expelled from play-offs, docked 4 points for 2026-27 after spying on rivals; coach Eckert approved spying. Middlesbrough now face Hull in final.
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Southampton Spying: Eckert Approved, 4-Point Deduction
Southampton expelled from play-offs and deducted four points for 2026-27 after head coach Tonda Eckert authorised spying on rivals' training, EFL confirms.
NewsMay 21, 05:01 PM
Why Middlesbrough Are in Play-off Final: Spygate Fallout
Southampton expelled from Championship play-offs after spying on Middlesbrough training; Boro to face Hull City at Wembley on Saturday in dramatic twist.
NewsMay 21, 04:57 PM
Tonda Eckert Under Fire: How Spygate Cost Southampton
Southampton expelled from Championship playoffs and docked 4 points next season after spying on rivals; head coach Tonda Eckert faces FA investigation and
NewsMay 21, 01:55 PM
Hull City 'Collateral Damage' as Spygate Expels Southampton
Southampton expelled from Championship playoffs after spying; Hull now face Middlesbrough in final. Manager Jakirovic says his side is 'collateral damage' in
NewsMay 21, 12:13 PM
Why Southampton Were Booted: Spygate Playoff Ban
Southampton expelled from English Championship playoffs after EFL rules club guilty of spying on opponent, ending their Premier League promotion dream.
NewsMay 21, 10:26 AM
Why Millwall & Wrexham May Sue Over Southampton Spying
Southampton's expulsion from the Championship playoff final has Millwall and Wrexham weighing legal action over a potential £200m claim, as the FA investigates.
NewsMay 21, 10:00 AM
FA Probes Southampton 'Spygate': Individual Charges Loom
The FA has launched an investigation into Southampton following their Championship play-off expulsion for spying, with individuals potentially charged.
NewsMay 21, 08:29 AM
Why Southampton Were Expelled: FA Spygate Investigation
FA probes Southampton spying on three rivals; play-off expulsion reinstates Middlesbrough for Hull final, 4-point deduction next season.
NewsMay 21, 07:12 AM
Union Berlin: What Lustrinelli Appointment Means
Union Berlin are poised to appoint Mauro Lustrinelli, who led FC Thun to the Swiss Challenge League title, as head coach, signaling a new chapter.
NewsMay 20, 09:30 PM
Spygate Fallout: Southampton Expulsion Upheld; Hull vs Boro
Southampton's Championship play-off expulsion upheld after Spygate appeal fails. Hull face Middlesbrough in Wembley final on Saturday, live on Sky Sports.
NewsMay 20, 09:02 PM
Southampton Playoff Ban Upheld: 4-Point Penalty Confirmed
Southampton's appeal against playoff expulsion dismissed; four-point deduction confirmed for next season. Hull vs Middlesbrough final Saturday at 3:30pm.
NewsMay 20, 08:36 PM
Why Southampton's Play-off Expulsion Stands: Appeal Rejected
Southampton's appeal against play-off expulsion rejected; Hull-Middlesbrough final set for Saturday, Saints also docked 4 points next season.
NewsMay 20, 05:06 PM
Why Southampton's Playoff Expulsion Stands: Appeal Rejected
Southampton's disciplinary expulsion appeal for spygate in Championship playoffs was rejected, leaving Middlesbrough vs Hull for a Premier League place.
NewsMay 20, 01:53 PM
Southampton Fined: 4-Point Deduction After Spygate Expulsion
Southampton expelled from Championship playoff final and hit with four-point deduction for 2026/27 after spying admission; fans demand ticket refunds.
NewsMay 20, 10:00 AM
Windass: Restart Playoffs with Wrexham, Not Saints
Josh Windass calls for playoff restart with Wrexham after Southampton spying expulsion. Boro to face Hull in final Saturday pending Saints' Thursday appeal.
NewsMay 20, 06:49 AM
Scotland Boss Clarke Set to Sign Until Euro 2028
Scotland boss Steve Clarke is close to agreeing a contract extension until Euro 2028, while Hearts target Calvin Miller and Rangers set transfer priorities.
NewsMay 20, 06:08 AM
Why Southampton Were Expelled: Spy Scandal Fallout
Southampton expelled from Championship play-offs for spying on three rivals. Four-point deduction next term, Middlesbrough face Hull in final. Appeal Wednesday.
NewsMay 19, 09:32 PM
Why Southampton Players May Sue: Playoff Expulsion
Southampton expelled from Championship playoff final and docked 4 points for spying; players consider legal action over lost promotion earnings.
NewsMay 19, 06:51 PM
Southampton Expelled from Play-offs: Spygate Explained
Southampton expelled from Championship play-offs after spygate revelations; Middlesbrough reinstated, altering the promotion landscape in dramatic fashion.