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An independent disciplinary panel has ruled that Southampton FC head coach Tonda Eckert authorised a systematic spying campaign on rival clubs. The operation, described as a deliberate strategy to gain an edge, could lead to severe sanctions for the club.
Wrexham striker Josh Windass demands a restart of the Championship play-offs after Southampton’s expulsion for spying. The Saints’ appeal could rewrite the post-season and leave Wrexham, Millwall and Middlesbrough in limbo just days before the semi-finals.
Southampton will start next season on minus four points after the English Football League expelled them from the Championship playoffs for illegally filming three rival clubs, including Middlesbrough. The decision hands Middlesbrough a second chance at Premier League promotion.