Historic Sheffield Wednesday Faces Dire Consequences

Sheffield Wednesday, one of England’s oldest football clubs, faces a six-point deduction for breaking EFL payment rules. Previously docked 12 points, the club now sits at the bottom of the Championship table. Former owner Dejphon Chansiri is banned from EFL directorial roles for three years. The club is up for sale.

Sheffield Wednesday, a club rich in history, has been handed a six-point deduction for breaching English Football League's rules concerning payment obligations. The sanction follows an earlier 12-point penalty given in October when the club filed for administration amid escalating financial troubles.

The club is now positioned at the bottom of the Championship table with minus 10 points, trailing 23 points behind the next team, Norwich City. The EFL confirmed the points penalty with immediate effect citing multiple violations of EFL regulations on payments, as outlined in a recent statement.

Adding to the club's woes, former owner Dejphon Chansiri is barred from serving as an owner or director of any EFL club for three years. As challenges mount, the 158-year-old Sheffield club is currently seeking new ownership.

(With inputs from agencies.)