It’s not right, fair or proper that only two non-league clubs win promotion to EFL – hypocritical rules must change
WHAT have Oldham, Southend, Scunthorpe and Macclesfield got in common? All four clubs were relegated to the National League ...
'Drama unlike any movie' - Time for more promotion and relegation?
After National League clubs call for an extra promotion place to League Two, BBC Sport looks at the case for and against the ...
English Football League System: A Complete Guide to Promotion, Relegation and Structure
The English football league system, or soccer pyramid, is one of the most comprehensive in the world, spanning every corner ...
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National League clubs demand three promotion spots
National League clubs want the EFL to introduce the "three-up, three-down" system between the fifth tier and League Two.
John Eustace Leaves Promotion-Chasing Blackburn To Join Relegation Battle At Derby County As Head Coach
Eustace took his first permanent role in management with Birmingham City in July 2022, guiding Blues to their highest points tally since 2016, and successfully avoiding relegation in his first season ...
EFL respond to National League chiefs' calls for three promotion spots
The EFL are sympathetic to the National League's new "three-up" campaign which wants to introduce an extra promotion place ...
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English Football League System: A Complete Guide to Promotion, Relegation and Structure
Teams move between divisions within the pyramid through promotion and relegation. Given its stature, the English football league system can be complex, but we've broken it down to help you ...
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'Drama unlike any movie' - Time for more promotion and relegation?
The reason football is so exciting is [because] there's promotion and relegation. "The fact is, any top National League club can compete with any League Two club. It's not a reason to close the door." ...