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Daily Mirror
02-06-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
EFL told to 'restore credibility' by furious club denied promotion
York City's co-owner has written to the EFL and National League to complain about current format after finishing second only to lose out in play-offs to team that finished 23 points behind YORK CITY have lodged a furious complaint with the EFL and National League over the "glaring imbalance" of the promotion system. The Minstermen missed out on a League return for the first time since 2016 after finishing second to winners Barnet before losing in the play-offs to Oldham, who were 23 points and three places behind in the table. York were also 13 points clear of third-placed Forest Green only to lose 3-0 in a one-off game against the fifth-placed Latics. Oldham then went on to beat Southend United in Sunday's final. Earlier this season National League clubs began the 3UP campaign to call for three clubs to win promotion every season. And York co-owner Julie-Anne Uggla has now asked the governing bodies to 'reward merit and restore credibility to the system' by introducing immediate reform. 'Such a glaring imbalance not only undermines sporting merit but erodes the very foundations of fair competition,' Uggla wrote in a letter to both leagues. 'I urge both governing bodies to urgently consider transitional reform, whether via immediate review, temporary relief measures, or an accelerated implementation of the '3UP' model. 'At the very least, this season's outcome should provoke an honest re-evaluation of what fairness in football truly means. "For clubs, fans, and the integrity of the English football pyramid, it is time to reward merit and restore credibility to the system." The 3UP proposal has previously been discussed by the EFL board but any changes to promotion and relegation will require the backing of a majority of its 72 clubs in a vote. Join our new WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Mirror Football content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.
North Wales Chronicle
02-06-2025
- Sport
- North Wales Chronicle
York co-owner calls for immediate reform of National League promotion structure
The Minstermen missed out on a return to the Football League as they lost in the play-off semi-finals to Oldham, having finished second in the league table behind champions Barnet, 28 points clear of the final play-off position. In February, the National League launched the '3UP campaign' with the aim of securing three promotion places to League Two for the 2025/26 season. Unjust Promotion Rules – A Call for Immediate Reform An open letter from Julie-Anne Uggla addressed to the National League & the EFL ⤵️#YCFC🔴🔵 — York City FC (@YorkCityFC) June 2, 2025 But Uggla has called for 'an immediate review, temporary relief measures, or an accelerated implementation of the '3UP' model' with the intention of York earning instant promotion to League Two. In an open letter to the National League and the EFL chief executive Trevor Birch, she said: 'I am writing to express my deep concern and disappointment at the current promotion system between the National League and League Two, following a season where York City FC, despite finishing 28 points clear of seventh place and winning 12 more matches, were denied promotion. 'Such a glaring imbalance not only undermines sporting merit but erodes the very foundations of fair competition. 'To dominate a league campaign so comprehensively (Barnet the only exception), only to be forced into a play-off lottery, is structurally unjust. 'It penalises excellence and rewards inferiority in a way no professional league system should condone. 'While I am aware of the historical basis for the two-up structure, it is no longer fit for purpose. 'The gap between the top National League clubs and the lower EFL clubs has narrowed, and in many cases reversed, making the case for three-up promotion beyond compelling. 'The '3UP' campaign rightly reflects the sentiment of every National League club and countless supporters. 'But waiting until 2025–26 only deepens the injustice for clubs like York City, who have already paid the price for a system built on outdated assumptions. 'I urge both governing bodies to urgently consider transitional reform, whether via immediate review, temporary relief measures, or an accelerated implementation of the '3UP' model. 🗣️ 'You've got to give these teams in the National League a chance. Things have to change." Micky Mellon watched his team win promotion – and then joined the call for the 3UP#TheVanarama | 📸 @thomasleestacey — The National League (@TheVanaramaNL) June 2, 2025 'At the very least, this season's outcome should provoke an honest re-evaluation of what fairness in football truly means. 'For clubs, fans, and the integrity of the English football pyramid, it is time to reward merit and restore credibility to the system.' Oldham returned to the Football League after they beat Southend 3-2 after extra time in the play-off final at Wembley on Sunday. Uggla added: 'I would also like to point out that writing this letter should not undermine the achievements of Oldham Atletic from their victory at Wembley yesterday, and to Southend United for making the final. Their accomplishments should not go unnoticed. 'Too many great clubs, including Oldham and Southend, have fallen into this league with little chance of redemption due to the lack of promotion places. 'The current system is simply not sustainable anymore.' The EFL declined to comment. The change would require a change of league regulations via a vote of EFL clubs, and would require a majority among all clubs and a majority among Championship clubs. It is understood the matter was discussed by the EFL board earlier this year but no clubs vote is currently planned. Clubs have previously indicated they would consider changes to the current position on promotion and relegation from the National League to EFL as part of a complete package of measures and reforms across the pyramid from bottom to top.
Leader Live
02-06-2025
- Sport
- Leader Live
York co-owner calls for immediate reform of National League promotion structure
The Minstermen missed out on a return to the Football League as they lost in the play-off semi-finals to Oldham, having finished second in the league table behind champions Barnet, 28 points clear of the final play-off position. In February, the National League launched the '3UP campaign' with the aim of securing three promotion places to League Two for the 2025/26 season. Unjust Promotion Rules – A Call for Immediate Reform An open letter from Julie-Anne Uggla addressed to the National League & the EFL ⤵️#YCFC🔴🔵 — York City FC (@YorkCityFC) June 2, 2025 But Uggla has called for 'an immediate review, temporary relief measures, or an accelerated implementation of the '3UP' model' with the intention of York earning instant promotion to League Two. In an open letter to the National League and the EFL chief executive Trevor Birch, she said: 'I am writing to express my deep concern and disappointment at the current promotion system between the National League and League Two, following a season where York City FC, despite finishing 28 points clear of seventh place and winning 12 more matches, were denied promotion. 'Such a glaring imbalance not only undermines sporting merit but erodes the very foundations of fair competition. 'To dominate a league campaign so comprehensively (Barnet the only exception), only to be forced into a play-off lottery, is structurally unjust. 'It penalises excellence and rewards inferiority in a way no professional league system should condone. 'While I am aware of the historical basis for the two-up structure, it is no longer fit for purpose. 'The gap between the top National League clubs and the lower EFL clubs has narrowed, and in many cases reversed, making the case for three-up promotion beyond compelling. 'The '3UP' campaign rightly reflects the sentiment of every National League club and countless supporters. 'But waiting until 2025–26 only deepens the injustice for clubs like York City, who have already paid the price for a system built on outdated assumptions. 'I urge both governing bodies to urgently consider transitional reform, whether via immediate review, temporary relief measures, or an accelerated implementation of the '3UP' model. 🗣️ 'You've got to give these teams in the National League a chance. Things have to change." Micky Mellon watched his team win promotion – and then joined the call for the 3UP#TheVanarama | 📸 @thomasleestacey — The National League (@TheVanaramaNL) June 2, 2025 'At the very least, this season's outcome should provoke an honest re-evaluation of what fairness in football truly means. 'For clubs, fans, and the integrity of the English football pyramid, it is time to reward merit and restore credibility to the system.' Oldham returned to the Football League after they beat Southend 3-2 after extra time in the play-off final at Wembley on Sunday. Uggla added: 'I would also like to point out that writing this letter should not undermine the achievements of Oldham Atletic from their victory at Wembley yesterday, and to Southend United for making the final. Their accomplishments should not go unnoticed. 'Too many great clubs, including Oldham and Southend, have fallen into this league with little chance of redemption due to the lack of promotion places. 'The current system is simply not sustainable anymore.' The EFL declined to comment. The change would require a change of league regulations via a vote of EFL clubs, and would require a majority among all clubs and a majority among Championship clubs. It is understood the matter was discussed by the EFL board earlier this year but no clubs vote is currently planned. Clubs have previously indicated they would consider changes to the current position on promotion and relegation from the National League to EFL as part of a complete package of measures and reforms across the pyramid from bottom to top.
Glasgow Times
02-06-2025
- Sport
- Glasgow Times
York co-owner calls for immediate reform of National League promotion structure
The Minstermen missed out on a return to the Football League as they lost in the play-off semi-finals to Oldham, having finished second in the league table behind champions Barnet, 28 points clear of the final play-off position. In February, the National League launched the '3UP campaign' with the aim of securing three promotion places to League Two for the 2025/26 season. Unjust Promotion Rules – A Call for Immediate Reform An open letter from Julie-Anne Uggla addressed to the National League & the EFL ⤵️#YCFC🔴🔵 — York City FC (@YorkCityFC) June 2, 2025 But Uggla has called for 'an immediate review, temporary relief measures, or an accelerated implementation of the '3UP' model' with the intention of York earning instant promotion to League Two. In an open letter to the National League and the EFL chief executive Trevor Birch, she said: 'I am writing to express my deep concern and disappointment at the current promotion system between the National League and League Two, following a season where York City FC, despite finishing 28 points clear of seventh place and winning 12 more matches, were denied promotion. 'Such a glaring imbalance not only undermines sporting merit but erodes the very foundations of fair competition. 'To dominate a league campaign so comprehensively (Barnet the only exception), only to be forced into a play-off lottery, is structurally unjust. Oldham won promotion to League Two on Sunday (Adam Davy/PA) 'It penalises excellence and rewards inferiority in a way no professional league system should condone. 'While I am aware of the historical basis for the two-up structure, it is no longer fit for purpose. 'The gap between the top National League clubs and the lower EFL clubs has narrowed, and in many cases reversed, making the case for three-up promotion beyond compelling. 'The '3UP' campaign rightly reflects the sentiment of every National League club and countless supporters. 'But waiting until 2025–26 only deepens the injustice for clubs like York City, who have already paid the price for a system built on outdated assumptions. 'I urge both governing bodies to urgently consider transitional reform, whether via immediate review, temporary relief measures, or an accelerated implementation of the '3UP' model. 🗣️ 'You've got to give these teams in the National League a chance. Things have to change." Micky Mellon watched his team win promotion – and then joined the call for the 3UP#TheVanarama | 📸 @thomasleestacey — The National League (@TheVanaramaNL) June 2, 2025 'At the very least, this season's outcome should provoke an honest re-evaluation of what fairness in football truly means. 'For clubs, fans, and the integrity of the English football pyramid, it is time to reward merit and restore credibility to the system.' Oldham returned to the Football League after they beat Southend 3-2 after extra time in the play-off final at Wembley on Sunday. Uggla added: 'I would also like to point out that writing this letter should not undermine the achievements of Oldham Atletic from their victory at Wembley yesterday, and to Southend United for making the final. Their accomplishments should not go unnoticed. 'Too many great clubs, including Oldham and Southend, have fallen into this league with little chance of redemption due to the lack of promotion places. 'The current system is simply not sustainable anymore.' The PA news agency has contacted the EFL for comment.
South Wales Argus
02-06-2025
- Sport
- South Wales Argus
York co-owner calls for immediate reform of National League promotion structure
The Minstermen missed out on a return to the Football League as they lost in the play-off semi-finals to Oldham, having finished second in the league table behind champions Barnet, 28 points clear of the final play-off position. In February, the National League launched the '3UP campaign' with the aim of securing three promotion places to League Two for the 2025/26 season. Unjust Promotion Rules – A Call for Immediate Reform An open letter from Julie-Anne Uggla addressed to the National League & the EFL ⤵️#YCFC🔴🔵 — York City FC (@YorkCityFC) June 2, 2025 But Uggla has called for 'an immediate review, temporary relief measures, or an accelerated implementation of the '3UP' model' with the intention of York earning instant promotion to League Two. In an open letter to the National League and the EFL chief executive Trevor Birch, she said: 'I am writing to express my deep concern and disappointment at the current promotion system between the National League and League Two, following a season where York City FC, despite finishing 28 points clear of seventh place and winning 12 more matches, were denied promotion. 'Such a glaring imbalance not only undermines sporting merit but erodes the very foundations of fair competition. 'To dominate a league campaign so comprehensively (Barnet the only exception), only to be forced into a play-off lottery, is structurally unjust. Oldham won promotion to League Two on Sunday (Adam Davy/PA) 'It penalises excellence and rewards inferiority in a way no professional league system should condone. 'While I am aware of the historical basis for the two-up structure, it is no longer fit for purpose. 'The gap between the top National League clubs and the lower EFL clubs has narrowed, and in many cases reversed, making the case for three-up promotion beyond compelling. 'The '3UP' campaign rightly reflects the sentiment of every National League club and countless supporters. 'But waiting until 2025–26 only deepens the injustice for clubs like York City, who have already paid the price for a system built on outdated assumptions. 'I urge both governing bodies to urgently consider transitional reform, whether via immediate review, temporary relief measures, or an accelerated implementation of the '3UP' model. 🗣️ 'You've got to give these teams in the National League a chance. Things have to change." Micky Mellon watched his team win promotion – and then joined the call for the 3UP#TheVanarama | 📸 @thomasleestacey — The National League (@TheVanaramaNL) June 2, 2025 'At the very least, this season's outcome should provoke an honest re-evaluation of what fairness in football truly means. 'For clubs, fans, and the integrity of the English football pyramid, it is time to reward merit and restore credibility to the system.' Oldham returned to the Football League after they beat Southend 3-2 after extra time in the play-off final at Wembley on Sunday. Uggla added: 'I would also like to point out that writing this letter should not undermine the achievements of Oldham Atletic from their victory at Wembley yesterday, and to Southend United for making the final. Their accomplishments should not go unnoticed. 'Too many great clubs, including Oldham and Southend, have fallen into this league with little chance of redemption due to the lack of promotion places. 'The current system is simply not sustainable anymore.' The PA news agency has contacted the EFL for comment.
