None of the teams that go up will survive. They will just try to avoid "records".
Absolutely. To finish 4th bottom this season will require around 40 points minimum I reckon. We've failed to get a single point from Leeds or Burnley so far this season and l would expect them to invest at least as much as we do. I really do fear now that next year would be horrendous for any team getting promoted.
We can't compete with teams towards the bottom of the PL, nevermind the top. West Ham fans are distraught tonight because they drew with Southampton, who have reached the magical number of 11.
The issue is just the depth of squads and the quality. A promoted team might have 4 or 5 individuals good enough to play in the PL, if they're lucky. Every other team has a whole team, including subs who cost tens of millions. Even if you hold out for say 60 minutes, you bring on players who were with you in the Championship, they bring on internationals.
Not to mention the additional time added on and unconscious bias towards established teams and players. Look at the "if you know Oli McBernie and Sheffield United" and "the Sheffield defender tried to foul Steven" quotes from referees.
Nothing we can do about it and would always want to be promoted but I can't see this getting any better. It won't be long before a breakaway is suggested or maybe a smaller league with 1 up 1 down. I don't think a no promotion or relegation is on the cards yet, but might be if can a much smaller PL or even a European league, which I would happily support. Get rid of a lot clubs who think they're too good for English football.