The English Football League (EFL) announced on Tuesday that Southampton FC has been expelled from the Championship playoff final. The club will also be docked four points at the start of the 2026-2027 Championship season for multiple breaches of EFL regulations.
The decision means that Cyle Larin and his teammates will not participate in the playoff final, which was scheduled to determine the third and final promotion spot to the Premier League. The EFL cited serious violations of its rules, though specific details of the breaches have not been fully disclosed.
Southampton, who finished the regular season in a playoff position, now face a significant setback. The four-point deduction will apply to the upcoming Championship season, potentially impacting their promotion hopes for the next campaign.
The EFL has not yet announced which team will replace Southampton in the playoff final. Further updates are expected in the coming days.
