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With 9 games played apiece and with nearly 300 goals scored in just over 7 weeks of action, it seems a fitting time to have a look back at the opening few weeks of the Championship… and where else to start than the West Londoners running away with the league already? Whilst you might be […]
According to most, Birmingham’s incredible success in the Premier League this season is all down to the terrific centre half pairing that has been assembled between Scott Dann and Roger Johnson – who just last season were lying in the midtable of the Football League’s Championship. Now, as we approach the New Year, the Blues […]
Preston North End 0 – 1 Newcastle United The marquee match in the football league this weekend saw perennial play-off team Preston North End host Newcastle United on Monday evening. A Kevin Nolan goal 15 minutes from time ensured that Newcastle returned to the North East back at the top of the Championship. The goal […]
Gordon Strachan has set his sights on guiding Middlesbrough back into the Premier League at the first attempt after being unveiled as their new manager on Monday. The 52-year-old has signed a four-year deal with the Championship club and succeeds Gareth Southgate, who was sacked following last week’s victory over Derby. Strachan returns to the […]