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SPFL Considers Bold 10-Team League Restructure

4/1/2025

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The SPFL's Competitions Working Group is exploring a bold restructuring of the league, potentially shrinking the top flight from 12 to 10 teams. This move aims to alleviate fixture congestion from expanded European competitions. Proposed changes could reshape the league landscape by the 2026/27 season, but will need widespread club backing to succeed.

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The SPFL's Competitions Working Group is exploring a bold restructuring of the league, potentially shrinking the top flight from 12 to 10 teams. This move aims to alleviate fixture congestion from expanded European competitions. Proposed changes could reshape the league landscape by the 2026/27 season, but will need widespread club backing to succeed.