Tottenham and West Ham fans say the same thing about groundbreaking Championship news
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Credit: Imago Tottenham and West Ham fans say the same thing about groundbreaking Championship news Thu 5 March 2026 12:25, UK Tottenham and West Ham United fans have taken to social media to give their opinions on the EFL making the groundbreaking move to change the Championship playoffs from four teams to six. Both sides are in real danger of dropping into the Championship next season, with the relegation battle becoming tenser by the week as the run-in approaches.Tottenham currently sit 16th in the Premier League with just 29 points, after a torrid recent run of 10 league games without a win.West Ham are occupying the final space in the relegation zone right now, but sit just one point behind Spurs after a vital 1-0 win at Fulham on Wednesday.Tottenham need to beat Crystal Palace to pull away from the bottom three, but if they are relegated this season, they could be one of the first teams to experience a new-look Championship playoff race.
MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Spurs and West Ham fans react as EFL increase Championship playoffs to six teamsThe English second-tier has had a playoff system since the 1986-87 campaign, and have been used in their current format since 1990.Every side that finishes between third and sixth has a chance to earn promotion at Wembley, but from next season, the amount of teams involved will increase to six, with those that finish seventh and eighth also set to be involved. The teams finishing third and fourth will go into two-legged ties, as usual, while those that end up between fifth and eighth will play one-legged ties to decide which sides reach the semi-finals.It is a change that has annoyed many lower-league fans, but most Tottenham and West Ham supporters are pleased, as if they are relegated, their chances of returning to the top-flight are set to increase.Taking to X, one Spurs fan said: “At last, some good news for THFC.”But it could help us next season ….— Mo (@Hotspur67) March 5, 2026 View Tweet Another Spurs supporter added: “Our chances of bouncing straight back up have increased.”While one West Ham fan said: “This is a great thing.
More reason to fight at the end of the season, and works great in non-league.”disgusting decision. means we're more likely to go straight back up next season #THFC— benny (@27bennym) March 5, 2026 View Tweet Spurs set for huge player exodus if they succumb to relegationIgor Tudor has failed to improve Spurs’ form since his arrival as interim boss, and many of their fans are clearly fearing relegation to the Championship this season.It would undoubtedly be one of the most high-profile relegations in English football history if it were to happen, and several Tottenham stars would surely move on.Former CEO of numerous Premier League sides, Keith Wyness, has told Football Insider that Spurs face a “massive” player exodus if they are relegated, with a squad rebuild set to take place.The likes of Micky van de Ven, Cristian Romero, Xavi Simons and Guglielmo Vicario would surely move on, and regardless of that, it is simply imperative that they avoid relegation due to the financial challenges they would face over the next few years. Don’t Miss a Beat: Your Tottenham Hotspur Insider Access Get the full story from the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and Hotspur Way with our dedicated expert hubs: Updated 24/7 with expert analysis from N17 and Hotspur Way.