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Stoke City ahead of schedule in play-off push

Stoke City are averaging 2.3 points per game since early September, putting them ahead of the schedule needed to reach the play-offs.

By Niamh Corrigan · 1 Nov 2026
Match Reports

Jones demands more desire after Boro defeat

Nathan Jones says Charlton are failing to show the defensive desire needed after the Addicks fell to defeat at Middlesbrough in the Championship.

By Niamh Corrigan · 1 Nov 2026
Match Reports

Alexander: Stoke's opener was key turning point

Preston North End boss Graham Alexander has pointed to Stoke City's first goal as the decisive moment in a defeat that will concern Deepdale supporters.

By Vikram Sandhu · 1 Nov 2026
Club News

Nuno under fire as West Brom down West Ham

West Ham's 3-1 home defeat by West Brom leaves them eighth in the Championship and fans chanting for Nuno Espirito Santo's departure.

By Bev Attwood · 1 Nov 2026
Match Reports

Stephan concedes QPR lost to better side

QPR head coach Julien Stephan offered a candid assessment after his side's defeat at Southampton, admitting they were second best on the day.

By Bev Attwood · 1 Nov 2026
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Morrison: Albion must live up to expectation

James Morrison says West Brom's 3-1 win at West Ham puts them firmly in the promotion conversation, but urges his squad to stay grounded.

By Bev Attwood · 1 Nov 2026
Opinion

Burnley draw exposes Pompey's final-third frailty

Portsmouth's draw at Turf Moor showed defensive resilience but also a persistent lack of cutting edge that Mousinho must address in the weeks ahead.

By Niamh Corrigan · 1 Nov 2026
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Lankshear's form and West Ham's home crisis

Middlesbrough sit two points clear at the Championship summit as Will Lankshear hits 13 goals in 13 games, while West Ham's home record remains a serious concern.

By Owen Pryce · 1 Nov 2026
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Lankshear leads Boro; West Ham's home woes deepen

Middlesbrough sit two points clear at the Championship summit after Will Lankshear's brace, while West Ham's London Stadium struggles continue after a third home defeat.

By Bev Attwood · 1 Nov 2026
Transfers

Stoke loan Otegbayo to National League Barrow

Stoke City's 19-year-old defender Pijus Otegbayo has joined National League side Barrow on loan until January to gain first-team experience.

By Tobias Frei · 31 Oct 2026
Match Reports

Priske double fires Birmingham to 3-1 win at Lincoln

August Priske scored either side of the break as Birmingham beat Lincoln 3-1 at Sincil Bank to climb into second place in the Championship.

By Niamh Corrigan · 31 Oct 2026
Match Reports

Clement: Norwich win over Watford a unity statement

Philippe Clement says Norwich City's victory over Watford sent a clear message about team spirit as the Canaries look to climb the table.

By Bev Attwood · 31 Oct 2026
Match Reports

Dionisi "difficult to explain" after Norwich defeat

Watford head coach Alessio Dionisi admitted things are "not going in the right direction" after his side fell to defeat at Norwich City.

By Bev Attwood · 31 Oct 2026
Match Reports

Cohen reacts as Lincoln fall to Birmingham defeat

Lincoln City joint head coach Chris Cohen addressed the media after his side were beaten at home by Birmingham City in the Championship.

By Bev Attwood · 31 Oct 2026
Promotion Race

West Ham vs West Brom: key stats ahead of Saturday

West Ham host West Brom at London Stadium on Saturday in a promotion six-pointer, with both clubs within striking distance of the automatic places.

By Tobias Frei · 31 Oct 2026
Tactics & Stats

Wolves vs Cardiff: key stats for Saturday's clash

Wolves host Cardiff on Saturday chasing automatic promotion, while the Bluebirds look to extend a three-match unbeaten run away from home.

By Owen Pryce · 31 Oct 2026
Tactics & Stats

Bolton v Bristol City: key stats for Saturday

Bolton host Bristol City on Saturday in a Championship clash between two sides badly needing a win, separated by just one point in the table.

By Bev Attwood · 31 Oct 2026
Club News

Ryan One out for weeks with hamstring setback

Sheffield United striker Ryan One faces another spell on the sidelines after aggravating his hamstring injury in training, manager Chris Wilder has confirmed.

By Bev Attwood · 31 Oct 2026
Club News

McNally back after 20-month injury ordeal

Bristol City centre-back Luke McNally has returned to Championship action after 20 months out, four surgeries and serious doubts about his footballing future.

By Bev Attwood · 31 Oct 2026
Match Reports

Parkinson demands self-analysis after Wrexham flop

Phil Parkinson says Wrexham must be brutally honest after a woeful first half condemned them to a 1-0 loss at Sheffield United in the Championship.

By Owen Pryce · 31 Oct 2026
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Burnley and the double-drop danger

Burnley sit marooned in the Championship relegation zone, threatening to become the third club in three years to suffer back-to-back drops to League One.

By Niamh Corrigan · 31 Oct 2026
Match Reports

Mousinho: Pompey must adapt to Celestini's Burnley

John Mousinho has warned Portsmouth must be ready to adapt against a Burnley side he called "incredibly dangerous" despite their troubled start.

By Bev Attwood · 31 Oct 2026
Tactics & Stats

West Ham's slow starts: a habit Nuno must fix

West Ham have fallen behind in nine of their first 15 matches this season, yet remain within three points of the Championship summit.

By Tobias Frei · 31 Oct 2026
Club News

Ribeiro and Ohashi back for Blackburn's Swansea trip

Blackburn Rovers boss Tony Mowbray confirms Yuri Ribeiro and Yuki Ohashi are available for Saturday's Championship visit to Swansea City.

By Tobias Frei · 31 Oct 2026