# How Spygate cost Southampton Premier League football

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Podcast: [The Athletic FC Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-athletic-fc-podcast-887075)
Published: 2026-05-21T15:03:45+00:00
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Southampton have been expelled from the Championship Play-Off Final after being caught spying on opponents. They’ll also start next season with a points deduction. So, how has Spygate cost Saints a place in the Premier League? Host: Ayo Akinwolere With: Adam Crafton and Matt Slater Executive Producer: Adey Moorhead Producers: Guy Clarke and Paul Iliffe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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