A League Arbitration Panel has today dismissed Southampton Football Clubโs appeal against the Independent Disciplinary Commissionโs decision in respect of breaches of EFL Regulations.
As a result, the original sanction remains in force. Southamptonโs expulsion from the Sky Bet Championship Play-Offs stands, alongside the four-point deduction to be applied to the Clubโs 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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A League Arbitration Panel has today dismissed Southampton Football Clubโs appeal against the Independent Disciplinary Commissionโs decision in respect of breaches of EFL Regulations.
As a result, the original sanction remains in force. Southamptonโs expulsion from the Sky Bet Championship Play-Offs stands, alongside the four-point deduction to be applied to the Clubโs 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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A statement from MFC:
Middlesbrough Football Club welcomes the outcome of todayโs Disciplinary Commission hearing.
We believe this sends out a clear message for the future of our game regarding sporting integrity and conduct.
As a club, we are now focused on our game against Hull City at Wembley on Saturday.
Ticket information for our supporters will be available shortly.