A pulsating afternoon in the EFL Championship delivered drama, goals, and a seismic shock at the top of the table, reshaping the promotion race.
Birmingham Blitz Past Oxford in Five-Goal Spectacle
Birmingham City ignited St Andrew's with a blistering attacking display to overpower Oxford United 3-2. The Blues, under new management, showcased their firepower, leaving fans buzzing with optimism. This crucial victory provides a massive boost to their campaign, signalling a potential turnaround in fortunes.
QPR's Last-Gasp Heroics Sink Luton
In a nail-biting West London derby, Queens Park Rangers snatched a dramatic 1-0 victory against a resilient Luton Town. The decisive goal, arriving in the dying moments of the match, sent the home supporters into raptures. This hard-fought win underscores QPR's grit and determination as they climb the table.
Coventry Derail Leicester's Charge in Top-of-Table Epic
The story of the day unfolded at the Coventry Building Society Arena, where Mark Robins' Coventry City produced a magnificent performance to hold runaway leaders Leicester City to a 2-2 draw. In a breathless encounter, the Sky Blues twice came from behind to deny the Foxes, with a controversial late equaliser ensuring a share of the spoils. This result throws a fascinating spanner in the works of Leicester's seemingly unstoppable march towards promotion.
Elsewhere, the Championship's relentless nature was on full display. Middlesbrough and Sunderland played out a feisty goalless stalemate in the North East, while Sheffield United were held by a stubborn Watford side. The battle for survival also intensified as Rotherham United and Huddersfield Town both suffered defeats, increasing the pressure at the bottom.
