Southampton faces playoff ban over Middlesbrough spying allegations

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Southampton faces potential expulsion from the Championship playoff final due to spying allegations. Middlesbrough claims Southampton illegally filmed their training before the playoff semifinals. The English Football League is holding a hearing, and the playoff final on May 23 could see changes. Hull City, the other finalist, awaits an opponent. Middlesbrough argues expulsion is the only fair response to preserve sporting integrity.


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