Key Highlights
- Covering the Sky Bet EFL weekend guide focusing on upcoming matches and team performances.
- Highlighting Coventry City’s unbeaten run and Frank Lampard’s tactical approach.
- Discussing Leicester City’s struggle to win games after their initial success.
- Exploring other teams in the Championship, including Wrexham, Blackburn, Norwich, and West Brom.
The Sky Blues Wave Continues: Coventry’s Unbeaten Streak
Frank Lampard’s Coventry City is riding a wave of success as they continue their unbeaten run in the Championship. With six wins on the bounce, the team stands out as the only side remaining undefeated in England’s second-tier league.
“It’s not just the scorelines,” says Gary Weaver on the Sky Sports Essential EFL podcast. “If you look at the underlying stats we like to talk about, they’re top across the board. They are the best team in the Championship.” Weaver highlights Lampard’s adaptability and the strong continuity from last season, emphasizing the team’s improvement despite minimal summer signings.
Coventry City faces Wrexham on Friday at 8pm, with live coverage on Sky Sports Football starting from 7:30pm. The match represents a significant challenge for the Sky Blues as Wrexham has only one home win this season but shows signs of improvement under Phil Parkinson.
Leicester City Struggles to Bounce Back
Leicester City, once considered one of the top teams in the Championship after their initial success, now finds itself without a win for three games. Their recent form has slipped them out of the top six positions.
According to Gary Weaver on the Sky Sports Essential EFL podcast, “You would have thought the win against Swansea, when they played so well, would have been the launch pad. But even in the Championship, it has been a strange season for the relegated clubs.” Leicester City faces Blackburn Rovers, who recently climbed out of the relegation zone with a victory over Southampton.
Leicester’s upcoming match on Saturday at 12:30pm is live on Sky Sports+, with build-up starting from 11am. The game against Blackburn marks an opportunity for Leicester to regain their winning form and climb back into top-six positions.
Around the Championship
Norwich City, West Bromwich Albion, and Sheffield Wednesday are also in focus this weekend. Norwich have lost five consecutive games and dropped into the relegation zone, putting pressure on manager Liam Manning ahead of their match against Hull City. Meanwhile, Sheffield Wednesday faces a tough task after being deducted 12 points for entering administration.
West Bromwich Albion suffered back-to-back defeats and looks to recover with a win over Sheffield Wednesday. The game highlights the ongoing challenges in the Championship as teams battle for survival and playoff positions.
Conclusion
The EFL weekend guide offers a snapshot of the current landscape in the Championship, where Coventry City continues its impressive run while Leicester City faces a crucial test to bounce back from their recent struggles. Fans are encouraged to stay tuned for live coverage and analysis on Sky Sports as the season unfolds.
