Middlesbrough have demanded Southampton be kicked out of the Championship play-offs over the ‘Spygate’ scandal. Saints beat Boro in their semi-final to reach Wembley but face expulsion after allegations of spying at Middlesbrough’s training ground. Boro’s statement cited a breach of sporting integrity, pushing for a sporting sanction rather than a financial penalty. An independent panel will hear the case, with Middlesbrough not allowed to attend, intensifying their call for fair play and deterrence against future spying.

