EFL Communications

Official communications from the English Football League (@EFL), the world's original league football competition. #EFL

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Yasmin Diamond CB is to be appointed as an Independent Non-Executive Director on the EFL Board.

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Barnsley’s Neerav Parekh and Peterborough United’s Darragh MacAnthony have been elected to the EFL Board as League One Divisional Representatives, while Charles Grant of Crewe Alexadra has been re-elected unopposed as League Two Divisional Director.

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Trevor Birch, CEO

Chief Executive Trevor Birch has today informed the Board that he will leave the EFL at the end of the 2026/27 season, having successfully led the organisation through a period of change and sustained growth since taking up the role in January 2021.

Trevor will remain in post throughout next season, working alongside the Board, Clubs and Executive team as plans are put in place for the next phase of the League’s leadership.

Trevor Birch said:
“It has been a privilege to serve as Chief Executive of the EFL. With one more season ahead, my focus is on supporting the League, our Clubs and colleagues, and ensuring a smooth and orderly transition to new leadership.”

EFL Chair Rick Parry said:
“Trevor has led the EFL with clarity and commitment during an important period for the League. The Board is thankful for his contribution and fully supports the approach being taken to ensure an orderly handover and continued stability in the 12 months ahead.”

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EFL Statement: Annual General Meeting (AGM)

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Transfer window dates confirmed for Season 2026/27

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Sky Bet League One Play-Off Final - 90th minute

After VAR review, the referee overturned the original decision of no foul by Dacres-Cogley and issued a red card, and awarded a penalty to Bolton Wanderers.

Referee announcement: “After review, Stockport County #2 pulls his opponent’s hair. The final decision is penalty and red card.”

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Sky Bet League One Play-Off Final - 11th minute

After VAR review, the referee overturned the original decision of goal to Stockport County.

Referee announcement: “After review, Stockport #29 commits a careless challenge on Bolton #6, my final decision is no goal."

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The Independent Disciplinary Commission’s written reasons in respect of Southampton FC have now been published.

Yesterday (Wednesday 20 May) a League Arbitration Panel dismissed Southampton’s appeal against the Independent Disciplinary Commission’s sanction. The League Arbitration Panel’s written reasons will be published in due course.

Read more: https://t.co/FiJS1gN70b

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Full statement: https://t.co/1QYzlanCDp

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A League Arbitration Panel has today dismissed Southampton Football Club’s appeal against the Independent Disciplinary Commission’s decision in respect of breaches of EFL Regulations.

As a result, the original sanction remains in force. Southampton’s expulsion from the Sky Bet Championship Play-Offs stands, alongside the four-point deduction to be applied to the Club’s 2026/27 Championship record and the reprimand in respect of all charges. In accordance with EFL Regulations, the decision of the League Arbitration Panel is final.

Following the conclusion of the proceedings, the Sky Bet Championship Play-Off Final between Hull City and Middlesbrough is confirmed as taking place at Wembley Stadium on Saturday 23 May, kicking off at 3.30pm.

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Saturday's Sky Bet Championship Play-Off Final between Hull City and Middlesbrough will kick-off at 15:30.

Should the outcome of the ongoing appeal process result in the Final being contested by Hull City and Southampton, the kick-off time for the fixture will remain at 16:30.

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An Independent Disciplinary Commission has today expelled Southampton from the Sky Bet Championship Play-Offs after the Club admitted to multiple breaches of EFL Regulations related to the unauthorised filming of other Clubs’ training.

In addition, the Club has received a four-point deduction that will be applied to the 2026/27 Championship table.

The effect of today’s order is that Middlesbrough are reinstated into the 2026 Play-Offs and will proceed to the Play-Off Final against Hull City. The final remains scheduled for Saturday 23 May, with the kick-off time to be confirmed.

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EFL Statement: Championship and League One Clubs approve changes to Financial Control Rules.

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EFL Statement: Sky Bet Championship Play-Off Final

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EFL Statement: Southampton Football Club

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EFL Statement: Sheffield Wednesday under new ownership

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EFL Statement: West Bromwich Albion

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Following a recent consultation with Clubs, the League can confirm that there will be no introduction of further technology to support Match Officials in the @SkyBetChamp.

The consultation found that a significant majority of Clubs in the division did not favour the introduction of a Football Video Support ‘challenge’ system. The use of Goal Line Technology – which has been in operation in the division since the 2017/18 season – will continue.

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Following her appointment earlier today as a Non-Executive Director of the Independent Football Regulator, the League can confirm that Justine Roberts CBE has resigned from her role as a Non-Executive Director on the EFL Board.

EFL Chair Rick Parry said: “On behalf of the Board and EFL Clubs, I would like to place on record our sincere thanks to Justine for her contribution and support over the past three years and wish her every success in her new role.”

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