Hull City#6 · 73 pts's 2–0 victory over Millwall#3 · 83 pts in the second leg of the Playoff Semifinals secured their advancement on an aggregate score of 2–0. Despite both teams having identical pre-match probabilities—0.0% chance of winning and 100.0% participation in the playoffs—Hull City#6 · 73 pts emerged victorious in the tie, eliminating Millwall#3 · 83 pts from contention.
The first leg of the tie ended in a goalless draw at Hull City#6 · 73 pts, leaving everything to play for in the second leg at Millwall#3 · 83 pts. Hull#6 · 73 pts's decisive performance in the return fixture guaranteed their progression. Millwall#3 · 83 pts, finishing third in the league standings, were unable to capitalize on their higher league position and are now mathematically eliminated from the promotion race.
With Hull City#6 · 73 pts advancing, the focus shifts to the other Playoff Semifinal tie between Southampton#4 · 80 pts and Middlesbrough#5 · 80 pts. Southampton#4 · 80 pts's 2–1 aggregate victory over Middlesbrough#5 · 80 pts means Hull City#6 · 73 pts will face Southampton#4 · 80 pts in the next round. The upcoming matchups will determine who ultimately secures promotion in this closely contested playoff bracket.