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EFL

American  
  1. English as a foreign language: the study of English by nonnative speakers living in a non-English-speaking environment.


EFL British  

abbreviation

  1. English as a Foreign Language

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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Many lower EFL clubs also look to time moves to save on wages, signing someone later in the window meaning they might save weeks' worth of salary payments.

From BBC Aug. 3, 2026

The problem was largely of West Brom's own making, as they spent nearly three months arguing with the EFL over their accounts.

From BBC Jun. 17, 2026

Hull have until 31 December to submit their accounts to the EFL, with an assessment made in the New Year.

From BBC Jun. 17, 2026

The EFL agreed to apply the six-point penalty in the Championship, which ultimately caused their relegation.

From BBC Jun. 17, 2026

West Ham was relegated from the Premier League to the EFL Championship in late May, so the World Cup will be crucial as Álvarez seeks better club opportunities in Europe.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 7, 2026

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