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Every second-tier result written up: what decided it, who made the difference, and what it means for the table.

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Berhalter hails Boro squad spirit after Charlton win

Sebastian Berhalter says Middlesbrough's squad unity is a genuine strength after the Championship victory over Charlton Athletic at the Riverside.

By Bev Attwood · 2 Nov 2026
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Cardiff still winless away after 3-0 Molineux defeat

Barry-Murphy admits a disappointing first half cost Cardiff dearly as they slipped to a 3-0 loss at Wolves, leaving them still without an away win.

By Bev Attwood · 1 Nov 2026
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Swansea thrash Blackburn 4-0 in Matos bounce-back

Vitor Matos hailed a "delighted" Swansea City dressing room after a commanding 4-0 win over Blackburn Rovers ended a damaging run of defeats.

By Bev Attwood · 1 Nov 2026
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Eckert: Saints did a professional job vs QPR

Southampton boss Tonda Eckert praised his side's professionalism after they beat QPR in the Championship on 31 October.

By Owen Pryce · 1 Nov 2026
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Robins: Stoke could have scored more in Preston win

Mark Robins believes Stoke City left goals on the table despite beating Preston North End, with the manager hinting his side were well below their ceiling.

By Tobias Frei · 1 Nov 2026
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Mowbray: Swansea press like Klopp's Liverpool

Tony Mowbray says Swansea City's high-press intensity under Vitor Matos echoes Jurgen Klopp's Liverpool after a 4-0 defeat at the Swansea.com Stadium.

By Bev Attwood · 1 Nov 2026
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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
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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
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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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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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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
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Wilder: Best team won after Blades beat Wrexham

Chris Wilder hailed Sheffield United's 1-0 victory over Wrexham at Bramall Lane, insisting the best side on the night took all three points.

By Tobias Frei · 31 Oct 2026
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Wilder vs Parkinson: Blades host Wrexham Friday

Sheffield United and Wrexham are separated by just two points as old friends Chris Wilder and Phil Parkinson meet again at Bramall Lane on Friday.

By Bev Attwood · 30 Oct 2026
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Wilder vs Parkinson: the sub-plots driving a rivalry

Sheffield United host Wrexham at Bramall Lane on Friday night, with just two points separating the sides and a host of compelling sub-plots adding spice.

By Owen Pryce · 30 Oct 2026
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Preston hold West Brom to a draw at Deepdale

Preston North End earned a share of the spoils against West Brom at Deepdale, fighting back to level after going behind in a scrappy Championship draw.

By Bev Attwood · 25 Oct 2026
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Swansea hit for five in back-to-back loss

Vitor Matos admitted to a "disappointing afternoon" after Swansea City shipped five goals to suffer consecutive Championship defeats.

By Tobias Frei · 25 Oct 2026
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Robins: Storm Boelo made Stoke draw 'really difficult'

Mark Robins cited Storm Boelo's impact after Stoke City's first goalless draw of the season at home to Bristol City in the Championship.

By Niamh Corrigan · 25 Oct 2026
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West Ham fan: 3-2 loss to Southampton papering over cracks

A West Ham supporter says the 3-2 home defeat to Southampton exposed deeper problems, and urged the club to use Jarrod Bowen more effectively.

By Niamh Corrigan · 25 Oct 2026
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Alexander: 1-1 draw with West Brom a step forward

Graham Alexander reflected on Preston's 1-1 Championship draw with West Brom, calling it a positive step despite the points shared at Deepdale.

By Niamh Corrigan · 25 Oct 2026
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Mousinho: Portsmouth 2-1 Millwall win undeserved

John Mousinho admitted Portsmouth did not deserve their 2-1 Championship victory over Millwall, calling it the first win his side had not earned.

By Niamh Corrigan · 24 Oct 2026