The 6 Biggest Points Deductions in Football History After Everton's Case

Everton's aspirations to maintain their Premier League status have suffered a setback, as they have been penalized with a 10-point deduction for violating Financial Fair Play rules.

Despite an improvement in performances and results in recent weeks, Dyche's side now faces the daunting task of avoiding relegation.

While the announcement was pending, the Premier League has officially confirmed Everton's 10-point deduction. This setback places them in the relegation zone with only four points on the board.

There have been various points-related sanctions in England and beyond, and Sports Brief has compiled a list of the five most significant deductions in football history.

6. 19 points – Arminia Bielefeld (1971/72)

A relatively lesser-known entry on the list, Arminia Bielefield stands as the sole representative from Germany, enduring a 19-point deduction in the 1971/72 season. The Bundesliga was marred by a bribery scandal in 1971, with Arminia Bielefield at the centre of it.

The scandal implicated a multitude of players—more than 50 in number—who were penalized for their involvement in the misconduct. The revelation unfolded during the 50th birthday celebration of Kickers Offenbach President Horst-Gregorio Canellas, where an audio tape exposed numerous German players admitting to their regrettable roles in the affair.

5. 21 points – Derby County (2021/22)

Before Everton's setback, Derby County's points deduction in the 2021/22 season was the most recent high-profile case in England. Enduring a substantial 21-point deduction in the autumn of 2021, the Rams faced a daunting challenge to avoid relegation to League One.

The penalty stemmed from two factors: 12 points were deducted for entering administration, while an additional nine points were taken off for violating EFL accounting rules.

4. 30 points – Lazio (2005/06)

The Calciopoli scandal stands out as one of the most notorious incidents since the turn of the millennium, with Lazio playing a significant role.

The situation was intricate, involving several high-profile Italian clubs found guilty of influencing officials to secure favourable decisions before games.

As a consequence of their involvement, Lazio was docked a total of 30 points, plummeting from sixth place to 16th. Fortunately for them, they managed to escape relegation by three points and concluded the season with a commendable goal difference.

3. 30 points – Fiorentina (2005/06)

For their involvement in the Calciopoli scandal, which profoundly shook Italian football, Fiorentina faced a substantial points deduction, similar to Lazio.

Their end-of-season points tally was slashed by 30, resulting in a mid-table standing despite initially securing an impressive fourth-place finish.

2. 30 points – AC Milan (2005/06)

While Inter Milan emerged unscathed from any charges, their city rivals AC Milan were less fortunate as they faced scrutiny.

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Notably, a substantial 30-point penalty prevented them from securing the Serie A title ahead of the Nerazzurri, who benefited from Juventus' relegation to Serie B.

Accused of manipulating just a single fixture during the preceding season, the Rossoneri regretfully witnessed their arch-rivals being crowned champions of Ital

1. 30 points – Luton Town (2008/09)

Premier League debutants Luton Town, now back at the pinnacle of English football, faced a tumultuous period in the past.

The Hatters commenced the 2008/09 season with a substantial setback, enduring a staggering 30-point deduction.

This punitive measure was a result of two distinct offenses: 10 points were docked for unauthorized payments to agents, and an additional 20 points were levied for failure to exit administration in the proper manner.