Spygate: Southampton could be thrown out of Championship play-offs if found guilty of alleged spying on Middlesbrough

Southampton face the possibility of being expelled from the Championship play-offs after allegedly spying on semi-final opponents Middlesbrough. An independent commission is investigating the case with urgency, as Southampton are due to face Hull City in the Championship play-off final on May 23. The outcome of the inquiry will determine whether Southampton can continue in the competition.