Biggest points deductions in English football

Sheffield United could have become the third Premier League side to be axed points in 2023-24, but for their punishment to be postponed until transfer back to the Championship.

The English Football League (EFL) hit Sheffield United with a two-point deduction, with a further two-point deduction that will take effect at the end of said season.

Everton were handed a six-point deduction by the Premier League, and have received another two-point penalty, while Nottingham Forest have decided to appeal in an attempt to overturn the four-point deduction.

As Chelsea reportedly face the threat of a “more severe” points deduction than Everton and Nottingham Forest, and Manchester City have been warned they could face "expulsion" from the English top flight, GOAL takes a look at the worst punishments in English football...