Southampton expelled from Championship playoffs, Middlesbrough reinstated to playoff final
Southampton has been expelled from the Championship playoffs due to multiple breaches of EFL regulations. Middlesbrough will take their place in the playoff final against Hull City. Southampton also faces a four-point deduction for the upcoming season.
- ▪Southampton admitted to unauthorized filming of other clubs' training, leading to their expulsion from the playoffs.
- ▪Middlesbrough will replace Southampton in the Championship playoff final scheduled for Saturday.
- ▪The English Football League has imposed a four-point deduction on Southampton for the 2026-27 season.
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