Southampton's Spygate scandal has taken another hit, as Wrexham aimed a brutal dig at the Saints after the Championship fixture announcement.

What happened?

The scandal emerged during the 2025/26 Championship season, when Southampton were found guilty of covertly gaining insider information on Middlesbrough and other opponents. This led to their expulsion from the play-offs, with Middlesbrough taking their place in the final.

Why it matters for Southampton

The incident has damaged Southampton's reputation, with a 4-point deduction in the Championship for the 2026/27 season. As of 25 Jun 2026, Southampton stands at 4th in the Championship, with 80 points from 46 games, and a recent form of WDWDD. Their last result was a 2-1 win over Middlesbrough on 2026-05-12.

What comes next?

Southampton will look to rebuild and regain trust, starting with their upcoming fixtures, including a match against Wrexham in September. | Stat | Value | | --- | --- | | League standing | 4th in Championship | | Goals this season | 82 scored, 56 conceded | | Title race | 15 points behind leaders Coventry | | Recent form | 3W-2D-0L, on a 2-game winning run | And with the new season approaching, Southampton will need to put the Spygate scandal behind them and focus on their performance on the pitch. But for now, the Saints will have to endure the jokes and digs from their opponents, including Wrexham's recent tweet that referenced the scandal. So, Southampton will look to move forward, with a renewed sense of determination and humility, as they aim to put the Spygate scandal behind them and rebuild their reputation.