EFL asks clubs to stop targeted 'banter' on social media amid fears over reputational damage in the wake of 'Spygate' fallout

The English Football League (EFL) has written to its member clubs requesting they stop using social media to post targeted 'banter' aimed at rival clubs or referencing disputes, disciplinary matters, and alleged wrongdoing. The move comes amid concerns over reputational damage to the league, partly in the wake of the 'Spygate' controversy. The EFL's letter highlighted a 'growing pattern' of such posts and called on clubs to act more responsibly on their official social media channels.