SOUTHEND United are all but relegated following tonight’s matches in League Two.

Barrow triumphed 2-0 at Forest Green Rovers to secure their own Football League status.

But Blues are now six points behind both Scunthorpe and Colchester United with just two games to go.

The Shrimpers will need a dramatic eight goal swing in their remaining matches if they are to stand any chance of catching the Iron and staying up.

Bottom of the table Grimsby Town are now officially relegated following tonight’s 3-2 defeat at Exeter City.

Blues, who have been in the Football League for 101 years, head to Barrow this weekend.