Championship side Sheffield United hit with winding up order and facing 12-point deduction - as EFL investigate damaging breaches of rules

Sheffield United are facing a 12-point deduction after the company used by the club's owners to purchase the club was hit with a winding up order. The English Football League (EFL) is investigating the matter as a potential breach of its financial rules. The Championship club could face severe sporting consequences if the financial and regulatory issues are not resolved.