15.05.2026 14:10
Acun Ilıcalı, owner of Hull City, said regarding the espionage allegations against Southampton: "They brought evil to the football world." The decision from the English Football League is awaited.
Hull City President Acun Ilıcalı made striking statements regarding the "spying" allegations against Southampton.
CRISIS BEFORE THE FINAL
A major controversy erupted in England after Southampton eliminated Middlesbrough in the Championship play-off semi-final, becoming Hull City's opponent in the final. It was alleged that a Southampton club analyst secretly recorded Middlesbrough's training session.
EFL DECISION PENDING
The English Football League is expected to announce its decision on the investigation by Tuesday, May 19. It was stated that the possibility of postponing the play-off final is also on the table.
"I WOULD BE VERY ANGRY"
Speaking on the matter, Acun Ilıcalı said, "If everything is completely true and there is no doubt, I would be very angry." The successful businessman stated that he was surprised by what happened.
"THEY BROUGHT EVIL TO THE FOOTBALL WORLD"
In his statement, Acun Ilıcalı said, "I have always worked for justice throughout my life. I don't understand why people do such things." Ilıcalı also added, "Whoever is involved in this, I think they brought evil to the football world this week."
A SEPARATE NOTE FOR SOUTHAMPTON OWNERS
Acun Ilıcalı, stating that he knows the owners of Southampton club, said, "They are good people, and I am sure they have nothing to do with this."