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1Promotion
2Promotion
3Promotion play-off
4Promotion play-off
5Promotion play-off
6Promotion play-off
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Goals DifferenceGD
PointsPts
WinsW
DrawsD
LossesL
Goals ForF
Goals AgainstA
38
38
77
23
8
7
78
40
38
22
70
20
10
8
59
37
37
28
68
19
11
7
66
38
38
9
68
20
8
10
52
43
38
3
63
19
6
13
59
56
37
10
60
16
12
9
57
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Promotion
Promotion play-off

About this competition

This season, the Championship has once again delivered on its reputation as one of the most unpredictable and compelling leagues in football. From the outset, the race for promotion to the Premier League has been fiercely contested, with no single team managing to dominate for long. Established clubs and ambitious underdogs alike have battled for the top spots, leading to constant shifts in the automatic promotion and play-off places. Every weekend brings crucial results that shake up the standings, creating an atmosphere of high drama. At the other end of the table, the fight for survival is just as intense, with teams scrapping for every point to avoid the drop into League One. With star players competing for the Golden Boot and every match carrying immense weight, the season is building towards a nail-biting conclusion where promotion, play-off dreams, and survival will be decided in the final moments.

Results

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West Bromwich Albion 3-0 Hull City

Stoke City 3-1 Watford

Sheffield Wednesday 0-2 Ipswich Town

Norwich City 2-0 Preston North End

Millwall 1-2 Blackburn Rovers

As the Championship season approaches its conclusion, the latest results have caused significant changes in the league table. Coventry City's convincing 3-0 win over Preston North End strengthens their position in the promotion race, showing they are a serious threat. In contrast, the 1-1 draw between West Brom and Southampton shows just how competitive the top spots are, as dropping any points at this stage can be costly. Middlesbrough's 1-0 home loss to Charlton is a major blow to their ambitions and proves that surprise results are still common. Oxford United’s 1-0 victory over Blackburn was essential for their campaign, while Norwich's 2-1 win against Sheffield United keeps their own late-season goals within reach. Stay tuned here for live stats, real-time updates, player profiles, and exclusive match insights.

Upcoming fixtures

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16 March 20:00 - Portsmouth vs Derby County

17 March 19:45 - Watford vs Wrexham

18 March 19:45 - Southampton vs Norwich City

20 March 20:00 - Preston North End vs Stoke City

21 March 12:30 - Blackburn Rovers vs Middlesbrough

The next set of fixtures features several high-stakes matches that will be critical in shaping the final league standings. The game between Coventry City and Southampton on March 14th is the main event; a victory for either side will have a massive impact on the automatic promotion race. On the same day, Middlesbrough must win their home game against Bristol City to bounce back from their recent defeat and maintain their push for a play-off spot. The match between Oxford United and Charlton Athletic is also very important, as both teams are looking to secure a strong finish to their seasons. Further down the league, the Birmingham City versus Sheffield United game could have serious consequences for the relegation battle. With everything to play for, each of these games will be played with a high level of intensity.

Top scorer

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Žan Vipotnik - Swansea City - 17

Haji Wright - Coventry City - 16

Jack Clarke - Ipswich Town - 13

Joe Gelhardt - Hull City - 13

Oli McBurnie - Hull City - 13

The competition to be the Championship's top scorer is becoming a focal point of the season's end. Currently, Žan Vipotnik of Swansea City is in the lead with 17 goals. His goal-scoring has been essential for Swansea, and his performance in the final matches will be key to their season's outcome. Close behind him is Coventry City's Haji Wright, who has scored 16 goals. Wright has been the main source of goals for Coventry's promotion campaign, and his form could determine whether they succeed. While other players like Hull City's Joe Gelhardt and Oli McBurnie (13 goals each) and Ipswich's Jack Clarke (12 goals) are still in the running, the personal contest between Vipotnik and Wright is creating a very exciting race for the Golden Boot.

About

EFL Championship

Keep up to date with the latest EFL Championship live scores

Who says that the Championship doesn't bring entertainment to our Saturday and Sunday afternoons? This league constantly delivers drama, and things are pretty unpredictable, from the opening day until the end of the season. For those who do not know, this is the second-most competitive league in England, consisting of 24 teams.



The top six teams in the Championship table are investing a lot of effort to enter the EPL. Yet, only the first two go directly, while the remaining four go to the play-offs. Simultaneously, the last three teams will get relegated. Currently, Coventry holds the first spot, but three clubs are pretty close to taking over - Middlesbrough, Millwall, and Ipswich.



Each weekend, you can follow the Championship results of 12 different matches (24 teams in total) at LiveScore Bet. After the end of each round, we update the points, goal difference, and other essential information to keep you informed.



Yet, if the Championship standings are not the only thing you are interested in, then we have prepared something else for you before, during, and after the match.



Before the beginning of the matches, you can gain some valuable information, including player stats, team stats, head-to-heads, and line-ups. We have also prepared additional facts, such as which Championship players are injured, who has to miss the match because of yellow or red cards, and so on. For the most curious ones, we actively update the lists of top individual and team scorers. The point is to provide the necessary information that will help people make good predictions.



During the match, you can follow the Championship scores that are updated in real-time. If you can’t watch a particular game on TV, our team has also prepared live commentary where all the essential moments are highlighted.



What if you missed a Championship match? Don’t worry, we deliver highlights as well, where crucial situations, such as goals, major missed scoring opportunities, and substitutions are shown.



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Frequently Asked Questions about the Championship

When is the Championship play-off final?

For many years, the Championship play-off final has been organized in late May. The location is always the same - Wembley Stadium in London. In 2026, it is scheduled for May 23rd.

How Many Games Are Played in the Championship?

Since there are 24 teams in total, each one plays 23 games twice a season, at home and at an away stadium. That means the regular season has 46 matches in total. The regular round is always organized from Friday to Sunday, but there are exceptions during some weeks when games are played between Tuesday and Thursday.

How many teams get promoted and relegated from the Championship?

Promotions are reserved for the top three teams in the Championship standings. Yet, only two of those teams go directly. Teams ranked from 3rd to 6th place fight for the third position via play-offs. Speaking of relegation, the bottom three teams are relegated to League One and are replaced by the best three from the lower division.