
The EFL Championship is England’s fiercely competitive second-tier league—home to 24 ambitious clubs battling for promotion to the Premier League. From midweek drama to weekend rivalries, this page brings you live fixtures, standings, top scorers, and everything you need to follow the Championship in real time.
Upcoming EFL Championship Fixtures
Check upcoming EFL Championship matches—kickoff times auto-adjusted to your timezone, so you’ll never miss a kick. Official fixtures are available via the EFL Championship page.
Fixtures / TV Broadcasters
Upcoming EFL Championship Matches & TV Coverage
Catch the next round of fixtures with kickoff times and confirmed broadcasters—updated daily to reflect accurate listings.
No upcoming matches with broadcasters in the next 7 days for this league.
Standings
Latest EFL Championship Table – Team Rankings
Track every club’s position in the Championship table, including points, goal difference, and form over the last five matches.
Coventry City
Middlesbrough
Stoke City
Millwall
Bristol City
Preston North End
Hull City
Charlton Athletic
Ipswich Town
Watford
Birmingham City
West Bromwich Albion
Queens Park Rangers
Leicester City
Wrexham
Swansea City
Derby County
Oxford United
Blackburn Rovers
Portsmouth
Southampton
Sheffield United
Norwich City
Sheffield WednesdayFor a real-time view of today’s matches across EFL, check out our live football scores page with instant updates.
Latest EFL Championship Results
See the latest Championship scores, goal scorers, red cards, and match highlights updated live. For full match stats and in-depth analysis, refer to FBref Championship stats.
Team Form & Performance Trends
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Best Home Performers
Some clubs turn their home stadiums into fortresses. From Ipswich Town’s Portman Road to Leeds United’s Elland Road, see which teams are racking up the most home wins and points per game. Updated stats available on FBref Championship Team Stats.
Strongest Away Records
Winning on the road takes consistency and grit. Track which sides are performing best away from home, based on win percentage, goals scored, and clean sheets. Dive into full away form breakdowns on SoccerStats Championship Home/Away Form.
Streaks & Momentum
Want to know who’s on a hot streak or stuck in a rut? From unbeaten runs to losing skids, you’ll find key momentum trends here. Useful for predictions, betting, or just understanding the league’s rhythm. Form tables are updated regularly on SoccerStats Championship Form Table.
The Unpredictable Nature of the EFL Championship
The EFL Championship is widely regarded as one of the most unpredictable leagues in world football—often characterized by its late-season twists, playoff surprises, and fierce final-day drama. With a full season of 24 teams playing 46 matches, even small margins can determine promotion or relegation.
For a vivid example of this characteristic chaos, the English Football League’s own retrospective on “Five Sky Bet Championship memorable moments” highlights a range of dramatic upsets, goalkeeping heroics, and promotion-deciding results that capture why the league is so famously unpredictable
Historic Rivalries and Derby Days

Unlike many top leagues dominated by a few powerhouses, the Championship thrives on regional rivalries and tightly contested derbies. From the Steel City Derby (Sheffield Wednesday vs. Sheffield United) to the East Anglian Derby (Norwich vs. Ipswich), these clashes go beyond points—they’re battles for local pride. Even outside traditional rivalries, matches often feel like playoff encounters due to what’s at stake.
Iconic Stadiums Across England
The league features a blend of historic football grounds and modern arenas. Clubs like Sunderland (Stadium of Light), Leeds United (Elland Road), and Derby County (Pride Park) boast passionate fanbases and atmospheres that rival Premier League venues. Elland Road, for example, regularly sells out its 37,000+ seats and remains one of the loudest stadiums in the country.
Promotion Dreams & Relegation Threats
What makes the EFL Championship so intense is its split-stakes structure:
- The top two teams earn automatic promotion to the Premier League.
- Teams finishing in 3rd to 6th place enter the play-offs, where the winner secures the final promotion spot.
- At the other end, the bottom three clubs are relegated to League One—keeping tension high until the final game.
For the official format and rules, check out the EFL’s own guide on the Sky Bet Championship play-offs.
Clubs promoted from the Championship will join the top tier — see what’s waiting for them in the Premier League fixture hub.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many teams compete in the Championship?
There are 24 clubs in the EFL Championship, making it one of Europe’s most intense second-tier leagues.
How does promotion to the Premier League work?
Top two finishers get automatic promotion; teams finishing 3rd to 6th enter playoffs to contest a third promotion spot.
When is the Championship season?
The season runs from August to May, with each team playing 46 matches—23 home and 23 away.
What happens if teams finish with equal points in the EFL Championship?
If two or more teams finish the season with the same number of points, league position is decided first by goal difference, then by goals scored. If teams are still level, a head-to-head record or even a playoff match may be used in exceptional cases.
How does the EFL Championship playoff system work?
The teams finishing 3rd to 6th enter the Championship playoffs. The 3rd-placed team plays the 6th-placed team, and 4th plays 5th in two-legged semi-finals. The winners face off at Wembley Stadium in a one-match final to determine the final promoted team.
When is the EFL Championship season usually played?
The Championship typically begins in early August and runs through early May. The playoff final is usually held at the end of May, making it the last domestic match of the English football season.
Which broadcasters show the EFL Championship?
In the UK, Sky Sports holds the primary broadcasting rights, airing live matches, highlights, and the playoffs. Internationally, coverage varies by country, but ESPN+ broadcasts most matches in the United States.
Which EFL Championship clubs have the highest attendance?
Clubs like Sunderland, Leeds United, and Derby County frequently lead the league in average attendance, with figures often exceeding 30,000 fans per match. Stadiums like the Stadium of Light and Elland Road offer Premier League-level capacities, creating intense home atmospheres that rival the top tier.
How valuable is promotion to the Premier League from the Championship?
Promotion to the Premier League is often described as the “richest prize in football,” worth over £100 million in increased TV revenue and commercial deals. Even clubs that are relegated the following season receive parachute payments to help stabilize their finances.