The EFL is back in action this weekend with Matchday 6 in the Championship and Matchday 9 in League One and League Two. And, after several managerial changes, it will be interesting to see if the teams that decided to roll the dice see their fortunes change. As always, there are some excellent fixtures to look forward to, and you can get involved at BetVictor sports betting, with full coverage provided.
Championship
Leicester City vs Coventry City
Leicester City and Coventry City will have been hoping for a top-six finish at the very least this season, and at the time of writing, they’re both sat in the top six. The clash at the King Power is an intriguing one, as Leicester have found their feet, but Coventry remain undefeated and serious goal scorers.
Blackburn Rovers vs Ipswich Town
Both Blackburn Rovers and Ipswich Town are around midtable as things stand, and maybe the home team will have targeted that for this season. That isn’t the case for the Tractor Boys, who finally won a game last time out. It could see them really kick on now and begin making their way up the table.
Sheffield United vs Charlton Athletic
After losing every game in all competitions under Ruben Selles, Sheffield United decided to fire him and reappoint Chris Wilder, who was sacked in the summer. The return of Wilder will buoy the Blades, and this could spell trouble for Nathan Jones’ Charlton.
League One
Blackpool vs Barnsley
If there is a manager who really needs a win this weekend, it’s Blackpool’s Steve Bruce. The Seasiders are 23rd and in dismal form. They welcome Barnsley, who are 3rd, and are on a two-game winning streak. Blackpool simply have to win, or Bruce’s time at the club could be up.
Bolton Wanderers vs Wigan Athletic
Bolton Wanderers vs Wigan Athletic may not jump out in terms of either side’s form or league position. However, this fixture sees Steven Schumacher, manager of Bolton, take on his former boss Ryan Lowe, manager of Wigan. Expect fireworks on the pitch and on the touchline.
Cardiff City vs Bradford City
Who would have thought the top two in League One heading into the weekend would be made up of Cardiff City and Bradford City? Yes, Cardiff were expected to challenge, but Bradford not so. It’s never going to be a dull fixture seeing the league’s best two outfits face off, and the Bantams will be in the mood to spring a surprise.
League Two
Bromley vs Chesterfield
Bromley vs Chesterfield promises to be an excellent fourth-tier fixture this weekend. Bromley are currently 7th on 13 points, with their opponents a place and a point ahead. The fact that neither team is in the best of form suggests they’ll go out to make a statement in this one.
MK Dons vs Accrington Stanley
MK Dons continue to falter in a division that many people expected them to win at a canter. They’re 10th, and have drawn one and lost two in their last three games. They have to win, as pressure mounts on Paul Warne. They face an Accrington side that won last time out – their only win of the season so far.
Salford City vs Swindon Town
Salford City vs Swindon Town has the makings of a classic. Swindon are top, and scoring plenty of goals, while Salford are 3rd, and also scoring plenty of goals. The fact that the two teams are managed by Karl Robinson and Ian Holloway, respectively, will only add to what should be a goal fest.
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