The EFL is now in full swing, with Matchday 3 in the Championship coming up this weekend, and Matchday 5 in League One & League Two. We’ve seen it all so far, from commanding results to shock final scores, and this weekend will no doubt offer the same thrills and excitement. You can get involved at BetVictor sports betting, but first check out some of the key matches we’ve previewed below.
Championship
Sheffield United vs Millwall
Sheffield United, last season’s beaten playoff finalists, currently sit bottom of the table. They’ve lost all three games in all competitions and look a shadow of their former selves. They welcome Millwall, who have a win under their belt, to Bramall Lane, in what will be a serious test. The Blades need to get points on the board.
Southampton vs Stoke City
What a start to the season Stoke City have made under Mark Robins. They’ve won two from two in the league, scoring six goals. They’re currently top, a position many expect Southampton to occupy. The Saints aren’t doing too bad, with four points from six. They will be tested when in-form Stoke arrive in town.
Wrexham vs Sheffield Wednesday
Wrexham have done well in the games they’ve played, even though they’ve lost both. They’ve managed to score and play some good stuff. Sheffield Wednesday, consistently plagued by off-field matters, could present Wrexham with the chance they need to convert their good work into points.
League One
Luton Town vs Cardiff City
Luton Town vs Cardiff City sees two relegated clubs meet in the third tier. The Hatters have collected nine points from twelve, and the Bluebirds ten, with the latter unbeaten, so the fixture is set up nicely. Luton may be relying on home advantage in this one, but Cardiff will be looking to continue flying high.
Huddersfield Town vs Stevenage
If you asked anyone who they thought would be top of the League One table at this point out of Huddersfield Town and Stevenage, the vast majority would pick the former. However, Steveange lead the way as the only side to win four from four. Huddersfield have won three from four, so this should be a real cracker of a game.
Peterborough United vs Bradford City
Peterborough United will have come into the season hoping to do better than last term and to get back among the playoff hopefuls, while newly promoted Bradford City more than likely were hoping to cement their status in League One. But so far, it’s been roles reversed, with the Posh bottom with four defeats from four and Bradford in the top six. The Bantams, in this form, could add to Peterborough’s woes.
League Two
Newport County vs MK Dons
Newport County welcome MK Dons to Rodney Parade this weekend, looking to stop the rot after back-to-back defeats. MK Dons, the overwhelming favourites to be promoted from League Two this season under Paul Warne, continue to flatter to deceive. They’re doing ok, though, with two wins and two draws from four. However, they’ve failed to catch fire as expected up to press.
Gillingham vs Crewe Alexandra
Gillingham vs Crewe Alexandra is a match between two teams who will be more than happy with their start to the new campaign. The home side are unbeaten with two wins and two draws to their name, while their visitors have won all four matches and are top of the table. Gillingham will be a tough ask for the Alex, as they’re well organised and difficult to beat.
Harrogate Town vs Chesterfield
Harrogate Town vs Chesterfield is another League Two fixture where both teams will be fine with how they’ve been doing. Harrogate have won two and drawn two, while Chesterfield have done slightly better with three wins to their name. Harrogate are perhaps doing better than expected, but Chesterfield will feel they can take three points.
All of the games above, and the rest of the fixtures this weekend, are available to bet on by visiting the football betting page at BetVictor.
