After being relegated in 2023, Southampton won Sunday’s Championship playoff final against Leeds United 1-0 at Wembley Stadium, ensuring their instant return to England’s top tier.
Leeds failed to mount a significant comeback from their team, and Southampton’s Adam Armstrong scored the game-winning goal in the first half. Substitute Daniel James came near late in the second half, but his shot struck the bar.
Ipswich Town will be back in the Premier League after a 22-year absence, and Southampton will be joining them. Leicester City also made a triumphant return to the league after being relegated last year, while Ipswich Town will be playing in the league for the first time in its history.