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Accrington Stanley chairman Andy Holt stands by Premier League criticism

Accrington Stanley chairman Andy Holt has refused to back down despite what he considers a threat from the Premier League after his criticism of spending.

Holt had said Football League clubs were like "a starving peasant begging for scraps" from the top flight.

The Premier League responded: "We will be writing to Mr Holt to ask him if he wishes the Premier League to continue the support we currently provide for his and other clubs in the EFL."

Holt said other chairmen supported him.

Why was Holt upset?

On Tuesday, Holt accused the Premier League of "destroying" the game and tweeted: "Hang your heads in shame.