EFL says Southampton could be kicked out of playoff final and raises possibility of delay

The Guardian is reporting EFL says Southampton could be kicked out of playoff final and raises possibility of delay. Hearing over spying allegations on or before TuesdayFans warned before booking travel and accommodationThe English Football League has indicated Southampton could be kicked out of the playoffs and that the date of the final may be delayed if the club are found guilty of breaching regulations.Southampton have been charged by the EFL for allegedly spying on Middlesbrough’s training within 72 hours of their semi-final first-leg meeting and for not acting “with the utmost good faith”. Continue reading...

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