West Bromwich Albion have been handed an immediate two-point deduction following an English Football League (EFL) investigation into a breach of Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR). The sanction, effective from the 2025/26 Championship season, alters the relegation picture.
EFL Investigation and Ruling
In March 2026, the EFL’s Club Financial Reporting Unit (CFRU) submitted a Compliance Report to the independent Club Financial Review Panel (CFRP), alleging that West Brom had exceeded the Upper Loss Threshold of £39 million over the three-year period ending in the 2024/25 season. The report recommended a two-point deduction per EFL sanctioning guidelines. The club denied the allegations.
Following a hearing on 22 and 23 April, the CFRP determined that the club’s losses did indeed exceed the threshold and imposed a two-point deduction, effective immediately. The sanction has been applied to the Championship table for the 2025/26 season.
Appeal Process
West Brom may appeal the decision within 14 days of receiving the full written reasons. If an appeal is lodged, it will be heard within 28 days of submission. The full written reasons will be published in due course.
This is a developing story. Further updates will follow as more information becomes available.
