In a dramatic turn of events, Southampton has been disqualified from the Championship play-off final due to "spying" allegations. Middlesbrough will now take Southampton's place in the final against Hull City.

Middlesbrough accused Southampton of spying after the latter's victory in the semi-final. The EFL (English Football League) conducted an investigation and found Southampton guilty of the allegations. As a result, Southampton was disqualified from the final.

Hull City, who had defeated Leeds United in the semi-final, will now face Middlesbrough in the championship play-off final scheduled for Saturday at Wembley Stadium. This decision marks a significant shift in the final line-up of the Championship play-offs.