EFL confirm play-off final change that opens door for Southampton Middlesbrough U-turn
There could be another twist in the tale after the EFL announced a change to Saturday's play-off final.
Alan Shearer sides with Gary Lineker as pundits call out Southampton Spygate punishment
Southampton were expelled from the Championship play-off final after admitting to spying on Middlesbrough's training sessions ahead of their...
EFL confirm play-off final change that hints Southampton could return to play Hull City
There could be another twist in the tale after the EFL announced a change to Saturday's play-off final.
Championship playoffs should restart with Wrexham replacing Southampton, says Windass
Saints are appealing against expulsion and deductionWrexham player: story ‘one of the maddest I've seen'The Wrexham forward Josh Windass has called...
Everything we know as Southampton appeal against play-off expulsion for Middlesbrough spying
Southampton are appealing after they were expelled from the play-offs following an EFL disciplinary hearing
What The Papers Say - 20 May
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BREAKING: Hull City discover play-off final times as EFL confirm plan for Southampton winning appeal
Hull City will take on Middlesbrough in the play-off final at Wembley Stadium after Southampton were expelled from the competition.
Spying Southampton's embarrassment: Saints didn't even WIN the games they admit to cheating on as fans demand refunds for their cancelled trips to Wembley - and guilty manager fears the sack
The club has also been hit with a four-point deduction ahead of next season. An appeal will be heard by an independent arbitration panel on Wednesday.
Ryan Reynolds mocks Southampton as brazen defence for Spygate emerges
The Wrexham chief has waded into the Spygate row in typically cheeky circumstances
Spygate: Fresh development for Hull City, Middlesbrough and Southampton following EFL announcement
THE English Football League have confirmed that the Championship play-off final will definitely take place at Wembley Stadium on Saturday afternoon...
EFL urged to restart play-offs from scratch after Southampton Spygate scandal
Southampton have been thrown out of the Championship play-off final against Hull City
Hull City star Oli McBurnie sends defiant message after Southampton decision and Middlesbrough FC reprieve
Hull City forward Oli McBurnie issues defiant message after Southampton removal and Middlesbrough reprieve
EFL release new Spygate statement as kick-off time changed for playoff final
Southampton have been expelled from the Championship play-off final with a new kick-off time being issued, but the EFL are preparing for the Saints...
Josh Windass demands Championship play-offs restart with Wrexham replacing Southampton after ‘Spygate'
Southampton have been thrown out of the Championship play-offs after admitting to spying on rival clubs
Southampton players 'considering legal action' as Middlesbrough learn fresh Spygate twist
The EFL have expelled Southampton from the Championship play-offs and deducted four points from their start-of-season tally, with the players...
Middlesbrough vs Hull play-off kick-off time confirmed as EFL issue update
Middlesbrough will take on Hull City in the final at Wembley after Southampton were expelled from the competition.
Play-offs should restart with Wrexham replacing Southampton – Josh Windass
Wrexham forward Josh Windass has called for the Championship play-offs to be started again, with his team involved, following Southampton’s...
Wrexham owners mock Southampton play-off expulsion with 'spygate' film posters
SOUTHAMPTON have been expelled from the Championship play-off final after admitting to spying on opponents on three occasions this season,...
EFL release major Spygate statement with implications for Southampton and Middlesbrough
The EFL have released their latest communication around this weekend's play-off final.
Southampton at risk of civil war as players 'consider suing own club' over Spygate
Southampton players are reportedly exploring legal action against the club after their expulsion from the Championship play-offs.
Tonda Eckert 'faces Southampton sack and lengthy ban' after Spygate banishment
The Southampton boss could find himself out of a job before not too long.
EFL face calls for play-offs to start again after Southampton chucked out over spygate
Southampton have lost their play-off final spot against Hull City after the "spygate" scandal confirmed that the club breached EFL rules.
Roy Keane's future son-in-law's behaviour for Southampton comes back to bite after Spygate
Southampton's relegation from the Championship play-off final has left one star with more egg on his face than any other.
Southampton own up to spying on opponents days before Birmingham City game
The EFL have charged Southampton in relation to three breaches of a rule which prohibits clubs from observing another club's training session...
Southampton 'could be sued by OWN players' as Spygate turns ugly after play-offs call
Southampton's players are said to be considering legal action against their own employers if the EFL verdict to expel them from the Championship...
Southampton official 'wore rival club's kit to spy' as damning WhatsApp messages emerge
Southampton are at the centre of a Spygate scandal and new damning details have reportedly emerged
Southampton are guilty of needless idiocy after £200m cock-up
Saints have been expelled from the play-offs before Saturday's final against Hull, with Middlesbrough taking their place, but, as Richard Jolly...
Wrexham star calls for EFL play-offs to be replayed as Southampton are expelled
Southampton have been thrown out of the Championship play-off final against Hull City at Wembley
Alan Shearer backs Gary Lineker hitting out at Southampton Spygate punishment
Southampton have been expelled from the Championship play‑off final and replaced by Middlesbrough after admitting they spied on rival clubs during...
Details of how Southampton spied on Ipswich Town ahead of April draw
Ipswich Town are one of three clubs to have been spied on by Southampton, and details of how they did it have emerged.
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Southampton lawyers work overnight on spygate appeal with Leeds used - report
Leeds United are a natural comparison for Southampton after they were expelled from the Championship play-offs this week. The Saints have been...
Saints Spied on Town at Eastleigh
Southampton sent a spy to watch Town training at local non-league side Eastleigh ahead of the penultimate match of the season, it is being reported.
Spygate LIVE: Southampton await appeal decision after play-off expulsion
Southampton have been expelled from the Championship play-off final and replaced by Middlesbrough after admitting multiple breaches of EFL...
Luton Town – Deserved Or Too Harsh You Decide
Yesterday, the news broke that Southampton Football Club had been removed from the EFL Championship Play-Off Final. The game, against Hull City at...
MOT View: Leeds in prime position to take advantage of EFL drama amid interest in 17 G/A ace
Leeds United could find themselves on the positive side of a “Spygate” situation years on from being embroiled in their own drama. Southampton have...
Harry Redknapp describes Southampton play-off expulsion as ‘very harsh' after ‘stupid' mistake
Redknapp's former club have been kicked out of the play-off final after admitting to spying on opponents
Southampton 'spygate' appeal: Middlesbrough FC and Hull City's positions explained with Saints 'confident'
The latest on the Championship play-off final saga involving Middlesbrough, Hull City and Southampton
Championship play-off final: Southampton appeal after being kicked out and replaced by Middlesbrough
Major news in the ‘Spygate’ drama involving Southampton and Middlesbrough
Southampton expelled from Championship play-offs after admitting to a trio of spying offences
Southampton have been expelled from the Championship play-offs after admitting to spying on opponents on three occasions this season, including...
Ex-Sunderland hero kicked out of play-offs during SpyGate hours after receiving World Cup call-up
Ross Stewart had a dramatic day as Scotland joy was followed by Southampton's play-off expulsion
Southampton Spygate fallout: Latest on Tonda Eckert’s future and potential FA ban
Southampton have been removed from the Championship play-offs over 'Spygate', and it could have a big impact on Tonda Eckert's future.
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Southampton confident Spygate decision reversed on appeal and will be in play-off final on Saturday
Incredible drama on Tuesday night as it was announced the Independent Disciplinary Commission had expelled Southampton from the Championship...
Southampton Spygate fallout: Furious players consider legal action with PFA contacted
The fallout from Southamptno's Spygate saga has commenced, and among those infuriated are the Saints' own players.
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Leeds United hero given Championship play-off reprieve after Southampton expelled
A former Leeds United favourite will face a current loanee in Saturday's Championship play-off final at Wembley.
Southampton manager 'had no idea Spygate was breaking rules' in reaction to banishment
Southampton boss Tonda Eckert has admitted he was responsible for the Saints' spying on opponents but claims he was unaware it was against the rules.
Southampton and Middlesbrough learn another spygate twist after Hull City claim
Southampton and Middlesbrough have learned yet another twist in the spygate saga, and this time, it involves Hull City.
Southampton manager's brazen defence as he faces lengthy FA ban for spying
Southampton have been kicked out of the play-off final by the EFL and manager Tonda Eckert has owned up to the practice of spying - but didn't know...
Spygate LIVE: Southampton appeal decision as Middlesbrough handed play-off final update
Middlesbrough have been placed in the Championship play-off final after Southampton were expelled as a result of the Spygate scandal that has...
Middlesbrough ramp up Wembley preparations as Southampton appeal play-off expulsion
Middlesbrough were reinstated to the play-off final on Tuesday
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Southampton have been expelled from the Championship play-off final.
Spygate explainer: Why Southampton were booted fro...
Southampton were preparing for the Championship playoff final, until the league ruled them guilty of spying and expelled them days before the game....
Southampton have disgraced themselves in Spygate scandal and EFL owe one team an apology
Southampton have been expelled from the Championship play-offs for spying on their rivals.
FA considers charging Southampton manager Tonda Eckert with misconduct over spying scandal
Eckert could face a lengthy ban if found to have brought the game into disrepute
Cheats cannot prosper - Southampton's expulsion is a win for football as much as Middlesbrough
The verdict after Southampton were kicked out of the play-offs with Middlesbrough reinstated after Spygate
Spygate lawyer Nick De Marco shows Middlesbrough colours after Southampton expulsion
Southampton have been kicked out of the Championship play-offs with Middlesbrough now facing Hull City in Saturday's final at Wembley Stadium
EFL Statement
The EFL released the following statement this evening.
An Independent Disciplinary Commission has today expelled Southampton from the Sky Bet...
When will Southampton appeal against play-off expulsion be decided?
Southampton have been kicked out of Saturday's Championship play-off final over spying scandal with Middlesbrough taking their place
Ipswich Town Dragged into Southamptons Spygate Shame
Ipswich Town have been dragged into one of the strangest EFL scandals in years after Southampton admitted spying on the Blues' training sessions...
Southampton admit to spying on three teams as appeal decision made after Middlesbrough statement
Southampton have been expelled from the Championship play-offs and docked four points after admitting to spying on opponents Middlesbrough
Southampton expelled from playoffs after “spygate” scandal rocks Championship
Southampton have been expelled from the Championship playoffs after admitting to repeatedly spying on opponents throughout the 2025-26 season,...
Middlesbrough could now be booted out of play-offs again after Southampton legal move
Middlesbrough have been placed into the Championship playoff final after Southampton were booted out on Tuesday. The Saints admitted to watching...
Mixed news for Ireland stars as EFL makes landmark Southampton play-off ruling over spygate
Southampton beat Middlesbrough in a play-off semi-final overshadowed by allegations of spying.
Middlesbrough to play Hull City in the Championship play-off final after Southampton expelled in stunning move
Southampton have been expelled from the Championship play-offs.
MOT View: Leeds surely reeling after Southampton ‘Spygate’ verdict as transfer impact clear
Leeds United will have wanted Southampton to get away with their ‘Spygate’ antics. The Saints were caught observing Middlesbrough training ahead of...
Southampton's reputation is in ruins after Spygate scandal - sack whoever was responsible
Southampton have been expelled from the Championship play-offs after being caught spying on semi-final opponents Middlesbrough, who'll replace them...
Championship playoff final: Middlesbrough reinstated after Southampton admit further EFL breaches
Southampton have been kicked out of the Championship playoffs, subject to appeal, after admitting to three breaches of EFL regulations.
Southampton expelled from EFL playoffs for spying
Southampton have been kicked out of the Championship playoff final after being found guilty of spying on multiple opponents during the 2025-26 season.
Southampton expelled from play-offs after admitting trio of spying offences
Southampton have already confirmed to the Press Association their intention to appeal.
Spygate latest: Southampton appeal verdict, triple offence emerges, play-off final update
Southampton have been expelled from the play-off final, with Middlesbrough taking their place against Hull City.
Southampton immediately appeal Spygate banishment and throw play-off final into chaos
Southampton have released a statement immediately after being expelled from the Championship play-offs.
Spygate appeal, Wembley date move possibility and everything we know as Southampton expelled
City look set to have fresh opponents in the final at Wembley
Everything you need to know as Southampton are expelled from the Championship play-offs over Spygate saga
Southampton have been expelled from the Championship play-offs over 'Spygate' - here's everything you need to know.
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Full EFL Spygate statement as Southampton admit 'multiple breaches' of rules
Middlesbrough will now face Hull City at Wembley in this weekend's Championship play-off final
Hull City consider legal action over Southampton ‘spygate’ chaos
Questions about the involvement of Southampton manager Tonda Eckert are sure to follow after the Saints were expelled from the play-offs for spying...
‘Wow' - Keith Hackett: Southampton lawyers set to launch EFL appeal after rifling through paperwork
Southampton have been kicked out of the Championship playoff final, with Middlesbrough now set to play Hull City on Saturday. The Saints had been...
Southampton expelled from play-offs with Middlesbrough to battle Hull
Southampton have been expelled from the Championship play-offs for spying on semi-final opponents Middlesbrough, who will now battle Hull for a...
Southampton kicked out of Championship playoff final after admitting ‘multiple' cases of spying
Middlesbrough reinstated to take on Hull in Saturday's playoff final with Southampton having a right to appeal
Southampton expelled from EFL play-offs
Middlesbrough are now set to take on Hull in Saturday’s play-off final at Wembley, pending any appeal from Southampton
Spygate: Portsmouth rivals Southampton expelled from play-offs in huge EFL punishment
Pompey will lock horns with south-coast rivals Southampton in the Championship next season.
Southampton make immediate plan after Middlesbrough decision as legal team get to work
Southampton have been officially expelled from the Championship play-offs after being found guilty in the spygate ruling.
Southampton admit to spying on THREE teams as appeal decision made after play-off expulsion
Southampton have been expelled from the Championship play-off final after being found guilty of spying on three different occasions.
Spygate: Sensational verdict announced for Hull City and Middlesbrough FC
AN all-Yorkshire Championship play-off final is scheduled to take place at Wembley Stadium on Saturday with Hull City to face Middlesbrough – after...
Southampton appeal over spygate outcome as EFL say hearing may take place tomorrow
This is a breaking news story and is being constantly updated
Middlesbrough welcome Southampton's EFL play-off final expulsion
Middlesbrough have welcomed the decision to expel Southampton from the EFL play-off final following the outcome of a Disciplinary Commission hearing.
Shake-up in the race for promotion to the Premier League: Southampton FC disqualified from the play-offs – German manager under fire following scandal
The already thrilling race for the final promotion spot to the Premier League has taken a dramatic turn.
Southampton expelled from Play-Off final over Spygate scandal
Southampton have been kicked out of the Championship Play-Off final after they were caught spying on Middlesbrough ahead of their semi-final...
Spygate! Southampton expelled from Championship play-off final & docked four points as Middlesbrough earn second shot at promotion to the Premier League
Southampton have been expelled from the Championship play-off final and docked points for a 'spygate' breach, allowing Middlesbrough to play Hull...
Southampton appeal process, Middlesbrough final tickets - what next after Spygate decision
What happens next as the disciplinary commission kicked Southampton out of the play-offs
Southampton FC expelled from Championship play-off final over spying charges
Play-off final decision announced today