Southampton update as decision date emerges in Championship spygate scandal

Southampton are awaiting a verdict, expected on Wednesday, from an independent commission regarding alleged breaches of EFL Rule 127, which prohibits clubs from observing an opponent's training within 72 hours of a fixture. The club is accused of spying on Middlesbrough's training session ahead of their Championship play-off semi-final. If found guilty, Southampton could be expelled from Saturday's play-off final at Wembley against Hull City, with Middlesbrough potentially reinstated, and may also face a points deduction if similar conduct against other clubs is proven.