‘Disappointment, anger, sadness’ – Southampton star reacts after club kicked out of Championship play-off final
Southampton's appeal against their expulsion from the Championship play-off final has been rejected, leading to disappointment among players. Forward Leo Scienza expressed feelings of 'disappointment, anger, sadness' regarding the situation. The club was found guilty of spying on Middlesbrough's training sessions, resulting in Hull City advancing to the final instead.
- ▪Southampton was expelled from the Championship play-off final for spying on Middlesbrough's training sessions.
- ▪Leo Scienza expressed his disappointment on Instagram, highlighting the emotional impact on the team and supporters.
- ▪The EFL upheld the punishment after Southampton admitted to spying on multiple teams.
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