Parachute payments are one of the most talked-about financial mechanisms in English football. Designed to protect clubs after relegation, they play a major role in shaping competition across England’s football pyramid—especially in the Championship. This guide explains what parachute payments are, how they work, why they exist, and why they remain controversial. What Are Parachute…
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