Each week we bring you the biggest stories from the EFL, hear the thoughts of Sky Sports' best Football League analysts and some of the biggest names in the EFL.
Sky Sports Championship Predictions: Gameweek 30
Sky Sports duo Simeon Gholam and David Prutton take a look ahead at Gameweek 30 of the Sky Bet Championship season.Running order…Preamble and results reviewBristol City vs Leeds Blackburn vs QPR Preston vs IpswichRotherham vs SouthamptonWest Brom vs BirminghamMiddlesbrough vs SunderlandRest of the Sat 3pmsOutro
2/1/2024 • 22 minutes, 6 seconds
Sky Sports Championship Predictions: Gameweek 28
Sky Sports duo Simeon Gholam and David Prutton take a look ahead at Gameweek 28 of the Sky Bet Championship season.Running order…Preamble and results reviewSunderland vs Hull Swansea vs Southampton Leeds vs Preston Leicester vs IpswichNorwich vs West BromSheff Wed vs CoventryRest of the Sat 3pms Outro
1/18/2024 • 23 minutes, 37 seconds
Sky Sports Championship Predictions: Gameweek 27
Sky Sports duo Simeon Gholam and David Prutton take a look ahead at Gameweek 27 of the Sky Bet Championship season.Running order…Preamble and results reviewHull vs Norwich Coventry vs Leicester Ipswich vs Sunderland Birmingham vs Swansea Southampton vs Sheff WedQPR vs Watford Rest of the Sat 3pm gamesOutro
1/11/2024 • 21 minutes, 45 seconds
Sky Sports Championship Predictions: Gameweek 23
Sky Sports duo Simeon Gholam and David Prutton take a look ahead at Gameweek 23 of the Sky Bet Championship season.Running order…Preamble and results reviewLeeds vs IpswichLeicester vs RotherhamMiddlesbrough vs West BromPlymouth vs BirminghamQPR vs SouthamptonSunderland vs CoventryRest of the weekend gamesOutro
12/21/2023 • 23 minutes, 33 seconds
Sky Sports Championship Predictions: Gameweek 22
Sky Sports duo Simeon Gholam and David Prutton take a look ahead at Gameweek 22 of the Sky Bet Championship season.Running order…Preamble and results reviewIpswich vs NorwichBristol City vs SunderlandLeeds vs CoventrySheffield Wednesday vs QPRWest Brom vs StokeBirmingham vs LeicesterRest of the Sat 3pm gamesOutro
12/14/2023 • 22 minutes, 21 seconds
Sky Sports Championship Predictions: Gameweek 20
Sky Sports duo Simeon Gholam and David Prutton take a look ahead at Gameweek 20 of the Sky Bet Championship season.Running order…Preamble and results reviewCoventry vs BirminghamSunderland vs West Brom Blackburn vs Leeds Leicester vs PlymouthMiddlesbrough vs IpswichQPR vs HullRest of the Sat 3pmsOutro
12/7/2023 • 23 minutes, 46 seconds
Sky Sports Championship Predictions: Gameweek 19
Sky Sports duo Simeon Gholam and David Prutton take a look ahead at Gameweek 19 of the Sky Bet Championship season.Running order…Preston vs QPRWest Brom vs LeicesterHull vs WatfordIpswich vs CoventryLeeds vs MiddlesbroughSouthampton vs CardiffRest of the weekend gamesOutro
11/30/2023 • 22 minutes, 22 seconds
Sky Sports Championship Predictions: Gameweek 17
Sky Sports duo Simeon Gholam and David Prutton take a look ahead at Gameweek 17 of the Sky Bet Championship season.Running order…Rotherham vs LeedsWest Brom vs IpswichBirmingham vs Sheffield WednesdayHuddersfield vs SouthamptonLeicester vs WatfordPlymouth vs SunderlandRest of the weekend gamesOutro
11/23/2023 • 27 minutes, 30 seconds
Sky Sports Championship Predictions: Gameweek 16
Sky Sports duo Simeon Gholam and David Prutton take a look ahead at Gameweek 16 of the Sky Bet Championship season.Running order…Blackburn Rovers PrestonSunderland BirminghamIpswich SwanseaLeeds PlymouthMiddlesbrough LeicesterSouthampton West BromRest of the Saturday gamesOutro
11/9/2023 • 21 minutes, 30 seconds
Sky Sports Championship Predictions: Gameweek 15
Sky Sports duo Simeon Gholam and David Prutton take a look ahead at Gameweek 15 of the Sky Bet Championship season.Running order…Leicester vs LeedsBirmingham vs IpswichBristol City vs Sheffield WednesdayMillwall vs SouthamptonWest Brom vs HullNorwich vs BlackburnRest of the weekend gamesOutro
11/2/2023 • 23 minutes, 50 seconds
Sky Sports Championship Predictions: Gameweek 14
Sky Sports duo Simeon Gholam and David Prutton take a look ahead at Gameweek 14 of the Sky Bet Championship season.Running order…Southampton vs BirminghamIpswich vs PlymouthMiddlesbrough vs StokeQPR vs LeicesterSunderland vs NorwichCoventry vs West BromRest of the weekend gamesOutro
10/26/2023 • 20 minutes, 58 seconds
Sky Sports Championship Predictions: Gameweek 12
Sky Sports duo Simeon Gholam and David Prutton take a look ahead at Gameweek 12 of the Sky Bet Championship season.Running order…Preamble and results reviewRotherham vs Ipswich Preston vs MillwallMiddlesbrough vs BirminghamNorwich vs LeedsStoke vs SunderlandSwansea vs LeicesterRest of the Sat 3pm gamesOutro
10/19/2023 • 22 minutes, 31 seconds
Sky Sports Championship Predictions: Gameweek 11
Sky Sports duo Simeon Gholam and David Prutton take a look ahead at Gameweek 11 of the Sky Bet Championship season.Running order…Preamble and results reviewBirmingham vs West BromSunderland vs MiddlesbroughLeeds vs Bristol CityLeicester vs StokeMillwall vs HullSheff Wed vs HuddersfieldRest of the Sat 3pm gamesOutro
10/5/2023 • 18 minutes, 41 seconds
Gameweek 9: Brain, hearts, courage and a midlife crisis
Sky Sports duo Simeon Gholam and David Prutton take a look ahead at Gameweek 9 of the Sky Bet Championship season.Running order…Preamble and results reviewSheffield Wednesday vs SunderlandSouthampton vs LeedsHull vs PlymouthNorwich vs BirminghamWatford vs MiddlesbroughBlackburn vs LeicesterRest of the Sat 3pm gamesOutro
9/28/2023 • 23 minutes, 36 seconds
Gameweek 8: Unrecognisable presenters, knee banging and more Saints misery?
Sky Sports duo Simeon Gholam and David Prutton take a look ahead at Gameweek 8 of the Sky Bet Championship season.Running order…Preamble and results reviewBirmingham vs QPRLeeds vs WatfordLeicester vs Bristol CityMiddlesbrough vs SouthamptonStoke vs HullCoventry vs HuddersfieldRest of the weekend gamesOutro
9/21/2023 • 26 minutes, 23 seconds
Gameweek 6: Master vs Apprentice, a South Wales showdown & a Den ding-dong
Sky Sports duo Simeon Gholam and David Prutton take a look ahead at Gameweek 6 of the Sky Bet Championship season.Running order…Preamble and results reviewSouthampton vs LeicesterCardiff vs SwanseaNorwich vs StokePreston vs PlymouthQPR vs SunderlandRest of the weekend gamesMillwall vs LeedsOutro
9/14/2023 • 23 minutes, 41 seconds
Gameweek 5: Worrying for Wednesday, scoring at Sunderland & unpleasantries abound
Sky Sports duo Simeon Gholam and David Prutton take a look ahead at Gameweek 5 of the Sky Bet Championship season.Running order…Preamble and results reviewSunderland vs Southampton Birmingham vs Millwall Coventry vs Watford Leeds vs Sheffield WednesdayLeicester vs Hull Rotherham vs Norwich Rest of the Saturday gamesOutro
8/31/2023 • 21 minutes, 59 seconds
Gameweek 4: Leicester to stay perfect, Chaplin to chop down Leeds & caravan parks
Sky Sports duo Simeon Gholam and David Prutton take a look ahead at Gameweek 4 of the Sky Bet Championship season.Running order…Preamble and results reviewBirmingham vs PlymouthIpswich vs LeedsRotherham vs LeicesterSouthampton vs QPRWest Brom vs MiddlesbroughRest of the weekend gamesWatford vs Blackburn (Sunday)Outro
Sky Sports duo Simeon Gholam and David Prutton take a look ahead at Gameweek 3 of the Sky Bet Championship season.Running order…Preamble and results reviewLeeds vs West Brom (Friday)Plymouth vs SouthamptonLeicester vs CardiffMiddlesbrough vs HuddersfieldQPR vs IpswichRest of the Saturday 3pmsNorwich vs Millwall (Sunday)Outro
8/17/2023 • 29 minutes, 2 seconds
Championship Predictions - Gameweek 46: Who will make the play-offs?
Sky Sports duo Simeon Gholam and David Prutton take a look ahead at Gameweek 46, the final round of the Sky Bet Championship season.Running order…Preamble and results reviewFinal Day permutations!Middlesbrough vs CoventrySwansea vs West Brom Preston vs SunderlandMillwall vs BlackburnRest of the final day gamesOutro
5/5/2023 • 21 minutes, 27 seconds
Championship Predictions - Gameweek 45
Sky Sports duo Simeon Gholam and David Prutton take a look ahead at Gameweek 45, the penultimate round of the Sky Bet Championship season.Running order…Preamble and results reviewBlackpool vs Millwall Coventry vs Birmingham Reading vs Wigan Sheff Utd vs Preston Sunderland vs Watford West Brom vs NorwichRest of the Saturday 3pm gamesCardiff vs Huddersfield Outro
4/27/2023 • 24 minutes, 56 seconds
Championship Predictions - Gameweek 44
Sky Sports duo Simeon Gholam and David Prutton take a look ahead at Gameweek 44 of the Sky Bet Championship season.Running order…Preamble and results reviewPreston vs BlackburnBurnley vs QPRCardiff vs StokeCoventry vs ReadingWigan vs MillwallRest of the Saturday 3pm gamesWest Brom vs SunderlandOutro
4/20/2023 • 22 minutes, 47 seconds
Championship Predictions - Gameweek 42
Sky Sports duo Simeon Gholam and David Prutton take a look ahead at Gameweek 42 of the Sky Bet Championship season.Running order...Preamble and results reviewMiddlesbrough vs NorwichSheffield United vs CardiffBlackpool vs WiganMillwall vs PrestonReading vs BurnleyBlackburn vs HullRest of the Saturday 3pm gamesOutro
4/13/2023 • 22 minutes, 24 seconds
Championship Predictions - Good Friday!
Sky Sports duo Simeon Gholam and David Prutton take a look ahead at the Good Friday games of the Sky Bet Championship season.Running order...Preamble and results reviewMillwall vs Luton QPR vs Preston Sheffield United vs Wigan Watford vs Huddersfield 1-1Sunderland vs Hull Middlesbrough vs BurnleyRest of the Good Friday gamesOutro
4/5/2023 • 23 minutes, 44 seconds
Championship Predictions - Gameweek 39
Sky Sports duo Simeon Gholam and David Prutton take a look ahead at Gameweek 39 of the Sky Bet Championship season.Running order...Preamble and results reviewBurnley vs SunderlandPreston vs BlackpoolLuton vs WatfordCardiff vs SwanseaHuddersfield vs Middlesbrough Norwich vs Sheffield UnitedRest of the Saturday 3pmsOutro
3/30/2023 • 29 minutes, 40 seconds
Championship Predictions - Gameweek 38
Sky Sports duo Simeon Gholam and David Prutton take a look ahead at Gameweek 38 of the Sky Bet Championship season.Running order...Preamble and results reviewBlackpool vs Coventry Middlesbrough vs Preston Millwall vs Huddersfield QPR vs Birmingham Rotherham vs Cardiff Sunderland vs Luton Rest of the weekend gamesOutro
3/16/2023 • 19 minutes, 29 seconds
Championship Predictions - Gameweek 36
Sky Sports duo Simeon Gholam and David Prutton take a look ahead at Gameweek 36 of the Sky Bet Championship season.Running order...Preamble and results reviewStoke vs BlackburnBristol City vs BlackpoolSheffield United vs LutonSwansea vs MiddlesbroughWest Brom vs HuddersfieldRest of the Sat 3pmsNorwich vs SunderlandOutro
3/9/2023 • 18 minutes, 11 seconds
Championship Predictions - Gameweek 35
Sky Sports duo Simeon Gholam and David Prutton take a look ahead at Gameweek 35 of the Sky Bet Championship season.Running order...Preamble and results reviewHull vs West BromBlackburn vs Sheff UtdCardiff vs Bristol CityBlackpool vs BurnleyMiddlesbrough vs ReadingMillwall vs NorwichRest of the Sat 3pmsOutro
3/2/2023 • 25 minutes, 32 seconds
Championship Predictions - Gameweek 34
Sky Sports duo Simeon Gholam and David Prutton take a look ahead at Gameweek 34 of the Sky Bet Championship season.Running order...Preamble and results reviewCoventry vs Sunderland Burnley vs Huddersfield Norwich vs Cardiff Sheffield United vs Watford West Brom vs Middlesbrough Rest of the Sat 3pmsSwansea vs Rotherham (Monday night)Outro
2/23/2023 • 25 minutes, 39 seconds
Championship Predictions - Gameweek 33
Sky Sports duo Simeon Gholam and David Prutton take a look ahead at Gameweek 33 of the Sky Bet Championship season.Running order...Preamble and results reviewCardiff vs Reading (Friday night)Millwall vs Sheffield UnitedHuddersfield vs BirminghamMiddlesbrough vs QPRWigan vs NorwichRest of the Sat 3pmWatford vs West Brom (Monday night)Outro
2/16/2023 • 23 minutes, 25 seconds
Championship Predictions - Gameweek 31
Sky Sports duo Simeon Gholam and David Prutton take a look ahead at Gameweek 31 of the Sky Bet Championship season.Running order...Preamble and results review (from the start)Birmingham vs West Brom (4m42s)Blackpool vs Rotherham (8m57s)Cardiff vs Middlesbrough (11m01s)Sheffield United vs Swansea (13m0s)Watford vs Blackburn (16m05s)Wigan vs Huddersfield (19m29s)Rest of the Sat 3pms (22m14s)Outro (24m08s)
2/9/2023 • 24 minutes, 43 seconds
Championship Predictions - Gameweek 30
Sky Sports duo Simeon Gholam and David Prutton take a look ahead at Gameweek 30 of the Sky Bet Championship season.Running order...Preamble and results review (from the start)West Brom vs Coventry (4min44s)Norwich vs Burnley (7m41s)Rotherham vs Sheffield United (10m39s) Middlesbrough vs Blackpool (12m54s)Millwall vs Sunderland (16m40s)Rest of the Saturday 3pms (18m24s)Blackburn vs Wigan (21m13s)
2/2/2023 • 25 minutes, 36 seconds
Championship Predictions - Gameweek 29
Sky Sports duo Simeon Gholam and David Prutton take a look ahead at Gameweek 29 of the Sky Bet Championship season.Running order...Preamble and results review (from the start)Coventry vs Huddersfield (7min40secs)Hull vs QPR (13min13secs)Middlesbrough vs Watford (17min27secs)Outro (21min29secs)
1/26/2023 • 22 minutes, 29 seconds
Championship Predictions - Gameweek 28
Sky Sports duo Simeon Gholam and David Prutton take a look ahead at Gameweek 28 of the Sky Bet Championship season, predicting the results of all 12 fixtures.Running order...Preamble and results review (from the start)Burnley vs West Brom (3min33s)Sheffield United vs Hull (10min03s)Coventry vs Norwich (12min15s)Blackpool vs Huddersfield (14min55s)Watford vs Rotherham (19min52s)Rest of the Saturday 3pms (21min41s)Sunderland vs Middlesbrough (21min12s)
1/19/2023 • 23 minutes, 51 seconds
Championship Predictions - Gameweek 27
Sky Sports duo Simeon Gholam and David Prutton take a look ahead at Gameweek 27 of the Sky Bet Championship, predicting the results of all 12 fixtures.Running order...Preamble and results review (from the start)Rotherham vs Blackburn (4m31s)Burnley vs Coventry (7min40s)Cardiff vs Wigan (11m03s)Middlesbrough vs Millwall (14m27s)Sheff Utd vs Stoke (17m26s)Watford vs Blackpool (21m41s)Rest of the Saturday 3pms (21m41s)
1/12/2023 • 25 minutes, 4 seconds
Championship Predictions - Boxing Day!
Sky Sports duo Simeon Gholam and David Prutton take a look ahead at the Boxing Day and December 27 games in the Sky Bet Championship, predicting the results of all 12 fixtures.
12/23/2022 • 25 minutes, 52 seconds
Championship Predictions - Gameweek 23
Sky Sports duo Simeon Gholam and David Prutton take a look ahead at Gameweek 23 of the Sky Bet Championship, predicting the results of all 12 fixtures.
12/15/2022 • 30 minutes, 27 seconds
Championship Predictions - Gameweek 22
Sky Sports duo Simeon Gholam and David Prutton take a look ahead at Gameweek 22 of the Sky Bet Championship season as the league returns in full following the World Cup break, predicting the results of all 12 fixtures.
12/8/2022 • 31 minutes, 6 seconds
Sunderland win at Wembley! Who else will be promoted?
Jonathan Oakes is joined by Don Goodman and Gary Weaver to discuss all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two in the final Sky Sports EFL Podcast of the season.Sunderland gained promotion from League One after beating Wycombe in the play-off final, and the panel look back at their Wembley win, wrapping up the key post-match reaction on their return to the Championship.The guests then turn their attention to the upcoming Championship play-off final (x) as Nottingham Forest take on Huddersfield, assessing their journey through the semi-finals and hearing from Nottingham Forest fan Holly Royall (Forest Forever Podcast) and Huddersfield fan Richard Kosmala (And He Takes That Chance Podcast).Then it is the League Two play-off final, as Port Vale and Mansfield battle it out for a place in Sky Bet League One at Wembley on Saturday. Vale fan Jonny (Ale and Vale Podcast) and Mansfield fan Sam Binch (Mansfield Musings Fan Group) assess their chances. The panel also discuss Jake Daniels, the Blackpool 17-year-old who became the first footballer in this country to come out as gay in 32 years.
5/23/2022 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 13 seconds
The play-offs have arrived!
Jonathan Oakes is joined by Andy Hinchcliffe and Daniel Mann to discuss all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two.In the Championship (from the start) the panel take a look back at the final day of the season, as Sheffield United and Luton sealed the final two play-off berths. They will face off against Nottingham Forest and Huddersfield respectively in the upcoming semi-finals.There is also a round-up of the rest of the final-day action, Bournemouth’s promotion, Fulham’s title and more.The guests then turn their attention to an incredible final day in League Two (41m53) that saw Forest Green clinch the title, Bristol Rovers secured an incredible promotion at the expense of Northampton, and the rest of the play-off ties were decided.Then it is a review of the League One play-off semi-finals (59m30s), as Sunderland and Wycombe progressed to meet each other at Wembley, seeing off Sheffield Wednesday and MK Dons.All that, the latest managerial moves and much, much more!
5/10/2022 • 1 hour, 21 minutes, 12 seconds
Wigan & Rotherham promoted, Exeter also up & Bournemouth vs Nottingham Forest preview
Jonathan Oakes is joined by David Prutton and Don Goodman to discuss all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two.In League One (from the start) we review the final day of the season as Wigan and Rotherham secured promotion. The play-offs are also set as MK Dons face Wycombe and Sunderland play Sheffield Wednesday. Who will join Wigan and Rotherham in the Championship?Elsewhere, there's reaction as Plymouth missed out on the play-offs and Gillingham were relegated after nine years in League One. Also, Lincoln announced the departure of Michael Appleton after their final game. What's next for Lincoln?In the Championship (32m53s), there's a huge game coming up on Tuesday as promotion rivals Bournemouth and Nottingham Forest clash live on Sky Sports. Who has the edge going into the game at the Vitality Stadium?And finally, in League Two (52m47s), Exeter clinched promotion last week and moved top of the table as the race for the title heats up following Forest Green's defeat to Harrogate. We get reaction to Exeter's promotion, Bristol Rovers' thrilling comeback win at Rochdale and the race for the League Two play-offs.All that and much, much more!
5/2/2022 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 12 seconds
Fulham go up, Oldham go down & O’Brien’s superstitions
Jonathan Oakes is joined by Gary Weaver and Jobi McAnuff to discuss all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two.In the Championship (from the start) the panel take a look back at Fulham confirming their promotion, Huddersfield fan Richard Kosmala (@TakesThatChance) discusses their hopes for the rest of the season, and a round-up of the latest in the play-off race.Elsewhere, Barnsley and Peterborough joined Derby in being relegated to League One, and we hear from Huddersfield’s Lewis O’Brien (34m23s), as he answers our quickfire questions in Ten To Tackle.In League One (38m49s) the panel look back at the latest twist in the promotion race, the intensifying battle for the play-off spots heading into the last week of the season and who will face the drop on final day.And in League Two (47m18s) Forest Green clinched promotion, Salford fan Andy Thurston (@BroughtonM7) talks us through their play-off chances and Oldham fan Andy Halliwell (@oafcpodcast) discusses their drop into non-league.All that and much, much more!
4/25/2022 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 47 seconds
Can the Terriers and the Hatters prep for the play-offs?
Jonathan Oakes is joined by Andy Hinchcliffe and Dave Edwards to discuss all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two.In the Championship (from the start) the panel take a look back at an enthralling Easter weekend of action, as Bournemouth tightened their grip on second spot, while Luton and Huddersfield also claimed back-to-back wins to bolster their play-off intentions.Elsewhere, Middlesbrough’s dip continued as their top-six hopes faltered and Blackburn fan Scott Sumner (4,000 Holes Fanzine) discusses their collapse of form in 2022. Derby were relegated and Birmingham were thumped 6-1 at Blackpool as their miserable season continued.We then hear from Luton midfielder Robert Snodgrass (32m45s), as he answers our quickfire questions in Ten To Tackle.In League One (37m37s) the panel dissects the latest in the play-off race as several sides jostle to finish in the top six, and Doncaster moved to the verge of relegation to the fourth tier.And in League Two (50m46s) Forest Green are now within a point of promotion, Sutton United fan Sarah Aitchison (Her Game Too Sutton United Ambassador) talks us through their move back into the promotion frame and Scunthorpe were relegated - ending their 72-year stay in the Football League.
4/19/2022 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 19 seconds
Forest chasing the Cherries, crypto-Crawley & a farewell to Warnock
In the Championship (from the start) the panel take a look back at the latest twist in the race for promotion as Bournemouth dropped more points, while Middlesbrough also suffered a wobble and QPR’s implosion continued.Derby fan Justin Peach (Second Tier Podcast) assesses the latest on their takeover as Chris Kirchner was named as the preferred bidder, and look back on the career of Neil Warnock as he announced his retirement.We then hear from Nottingham Forest starlet Brennan Johnson (26m47s), as he answers our quickfire questions in Ten To Tackle.In League One (29m22s) the panel dissects the latest in the promotion race, as Wigan, Rotherham and MK Dons continue to vie for the top two spots, while Wycombe fan Tom Hancock discusses their play-off chances and Crewe were relegated.And in League Two (43m43s) Crawley fan Carol Bates (Crawley Old Girls Fan Group) joins to discuss the crypto-takeover of the club, Harrogate fan Brody Pattison (Chief Brody YouTube Channel) assesses their slide and the panel look at the promotion race as head towards the end of the season.All that and much, much more!
4/11/2022 • 58 minutes, 31 seconds
The brilliance of Brennan, Swans do the double & DJ Jed Wallace
Jonathan Oakes is joined by Don Goodman and Gary Weaver to discuss all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two.In the Championship (from the start) the panel take a look at how Fulham and Bournemouth continued on their path towards promotion, Huddersfield claimed a big win and Blackburn suffered another blow to their play-off hopes after being held late on at Coventry.Nottingham Forest’s play-off charge continued with a thumping comprehensive win over Blackpool, Barnsley and Reading drew in a huge relegation clash, and Swansea fan Lee Staddon (@swanscastmedia) assesses an historic win at Cardiff.We then hear from Millwall midfielder Jed Wallace (25m58s), as he answers our quickfire questions in Ten To Tackle, before taking a look back at a victory for Rotherham over Sutton United in the Papa John’s Trophy final at Wembley.In League One (30m34s) MK Dons kept up the pressure on Wigan and Rotherham at the top, AFC Wimbledon were beaten at Sheffield Wednesday in Mark Bowen’s first game in charge of the relegation strugglers, and Burton fan Jack Stout (@BrewersTV) assesses their campaign and what the future holds for the club under Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink.And in League Two (50m10s) Northampton’s recent stumbles continued as they lost to fellow promotion challengers Mansfield, Salford continued their charge towards the play-offs as they beat Hartlepool, Oldham’s survival hopes were boosted by a win at fellow strugglers Stevenage and Scunthorpe fan Chris Walker (@friendsofpakati) discusses their gloomy trip towards the drop to non-league. All that and much, much more!
4/4/2022 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 58 seconds
Preston looking to the future, Stoke's finances & Sutton's historic Wembley date
Jonathan Oakes is joined by David Stowell and Jobi McAnuff to discuss all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two.The panel dissects all the most recent news and talking points from the EFL, with a full schedule ahead following the end of the March international break.In the Championship (from the start) the panel take a look at how Preston boss Ryan Lowe will be starting to build for next season - and we hear from North End fan Bill Whisker (@ProfoundValley) - the unpredictable race for promotion and Stoke's financial situation.In League One (26m3s) Rotherham were not in action at the weekend, with their next outing coming in the Papa John's Trophy final against Sutton at Wembley on Sunday April 3. Millers fan Matt Lax (@matt_lax) talks us through Paul Warne's men competing on two fronts.Plymouth's automatic promotion hopes took a hit as they lost to Ipswich, who boosted their own play-off hopes as a result, while free-scoring Sheffield Wednesday climbed back into the top six and Gillingham's revival under Neil Harris continued.And in League Two (40m10s), with the top three a little way clear of the chasing pack, Port Vale climbed to fourth after beating Sutton, who dropped to 10th. Remarkably, there are now just two points separating them.The panel then take a look at Exeter's top three hopes, before Leyton Orient fan Keren Harrison (@KerenOrient) assesses Richie Wellens' impact at Brisbane Road and suggests the focus has now turned to next term, with a sizeable gap between the O's and the relegation zone.All that and much, much more!
3/28/2022 • 55 minutes, 49 seconds
Luton march on, Bournemouth tighten their grip & 'Snakebite' Morris takes Ten To Tackle
Jonathan Oakes is joined by Don Goodman and David Prutton to discuss all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two.In the Championship (from the start) the panel look back at another weekend of action as Bournemouth took full control of second spot after thumping Huddersfield, Luton rose to third after another win and Blackburn and QPR suffered further damaging defeats.At the other end of the table Reading fan Becka White (@MissBeckaEllen) talks us through a huge win for the Royals in the relegation battle, as Barnsley and Derby dropped points.Barnsley forward Carlton Morris (33m43s) then takes centre stage as he reveals all by answering our quickfire questions in Ten To Tackle.In League One (37m57s) there was another bump for leaders Rotherham, Plymouth fan Ryan Shiner (@AwayArmy) discusses their recent surge in form, Gillingham climbed out of the bottom four and Shrewsbury edged closer to safety.And in League Two (49m51s) the remarkable form of Bristol Rovers continued under Joey Barton, Port Vale fan Jonny (@AleAndValePod) assesses their latest resurgence, Stevenage changed managers again as Steve Evans replaced Paul Tisdale and Mark Cooper left Barrow. All that and much, much more!
3/21/2022 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 55 seconds
Dack’s back, Coventry go sky high and Morgan’s big ears
Jonathan Oakes is joined by David Prutton and Gary Weaver to discuss all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two.In the Championship (from the start) the panel look back at Fulham and West Brom battling back for points, Bradley Dack’s unfortunate return for Blackburn, QPR’s comeback win at Luton, Coventry fan David Moore (@skybluesextra) talks us through their emphatic win over Sheffield United, and a look at what’s gone wrong for Stoke this season.Sheffield United midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White (27m31s) then takes centre stage as he reveals all by answering our quickfire questions in Ten To Tackle.In League One (31m06s) it was all square near the top between MK Dons and Wigan, a massive win for Sheffield Wednesday as Saido Berahino bagged a hat-trick, AFC Wimbledon Charlie Talbot (@charlietabloid) assesses whether or not they can stay up and the panel then look at Charlton’s recent struggles under Johnnie Jackson.And in League Two (41m29s) there was another slip from leaders Forest Green, Bristol Rovers fan Charlie Hayne (@OneRoversVlogs) takes a look at whether or not they can continue their charge towards promotion, Carlisle’s good form continued under Paul Simpson and Scunthorpe carried on their drift towards relegation.All that and much, much more!
3/14/2022 • 58 minutes, 27 seconds
Huddersfield rise, Millwall on the march & Uche's autobiography
Jonathan Oakes is joined by Andy Hinchcliffe and Jobi McAnuff to discuss all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two.In the Championship (from the start) the panel look back at Huddersfield’s rise and whether they are genuine contenders for automatic promotion, a tough defeat for Blackburn at Fulham, QPR fan Charlie Wise (@TalkingRangers) reflects on their recent dip in form and a look at whether Millwall are in the hunt for the play-offs after five straight wins.Cardiff’s Uche Ikpeazu (30m16s) then takes centre stage as he reveals all by answering our quickfire questions in Ten To Tackle.In League One (40m39s) Oxford fan Simon Hathaway (The Fence End Podcast) tells us whether he believes it is finally their year to get promoted after several near misses, the panel look at Ipswich’s progress under Kieran McKenna and how Portsmouth have also hit form. While Wycombe boss Gareth Ainsworth celebrated his 500th game in charge of the club.And in League Two (57m38s) Tranmere have suffered a downturn, Mansfield’s momentum continued by beating Exeter, former Leyton Orient boss McAnuff assesses the problems at the club, and we hear from Barrow fan Chris Altree (The Barrow AFC Podcast) on whether he believes they can beat the drop back into non-league.All that and much, much more!!
3/7/2022 • 1 hour, 15 minutes, 23 seconds
The return of Sparky, top two tighten grip & Blackburn’s little magician
Jonathan Oakes is joined by Don Goodman and Daniel Mann to discuss all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two.In the Championship (from the start) the panel takes at how Fulham and Bournemouth tightened their grip on the promotion spots, while Blackburn returned to winning ways with a big victory over QPR.At the bottom half Peterborough’s survival hopes suffered a blow as they lost to Hull in Grant McCann’s first game in charge against his old side, while Barnsley fan Joe Beardsall (@RedAllOverBFC) talks us through their recent mini revival.Blackburn’s Tyrhys Dolan (28m29s) then takes centre stage as he reveals all by answering our quickfire questions in Ten To Tackle.In League One (31m45s) there was a first Sunderland win for Alex Neil, Derek Adams returned to Morecambe and began with a draw, while Gillingham fan Matt (@GillsInTheBlood) discusses their continued progress under Neil Harris.And in League Two (43m20s) Mark Hughes made a surprise move to Bradford although he began with a defeat, Carlisle fan Lee Rooney (@BruntonBugle) assesses their first game and win under Paul Simpson and the panel round up the rest of the action near the top of the table.All that and much, much more!
2/28/2022 • 1 hour, 4 seconds
Pauno leaves Royals, Fergie’s Posh exit & Sorba’s walk in Memphis
Jonathan Oakes is joined by David Prutton and Lee Hendrie to discuss all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two.In the Championship (from the start) the panel look back on the managerial departures of Veljko Paunovic and Darren Ferguson from Reading and Peterborough respectively in the shakeup in the relegation battle, a big win for Huddersfield at Fulham and Sheffield United fan Ian Rands (@4BladesinthePub podcast) assesses their ominous move into the top six.Huddersfield’s Sorba Thomas (35m31s) then takes centre stage as he reveals all by answering our quickfire questions in Ten To Tackle.In League One (39m40s) there was a draw between the two pacesetters in Rotherham and Wigan, MK Dons continued their promotion push with another win at Sunderland, and Ipswich fan Benjamin Bloom (Blue Monday Podcast) discusses their upturn in form under Kieran McKenna.And in League Two (50m14s) there was a winning start for Walsall boss Michael Flynn, Bradford fan Steve Gorringe (@ShipleyBantams) reviews the departure of Derek Adams and Bristol Rovers continued their good form under Joey Barton.All that and much, much more!
2/21/2022 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 44 seconds
Who will make the top six?
Jonathan Oakes is joined by Andy Hinchcliffe and Gary Weaver to discuss all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two.In the Championship (from the start) the panel look back at a week for Derby that’s moving in the right direction, Aleksandar Mitrovic’s record-equaling goal scoring feats for Fulham and the latest in the play-off race.We also hear from Stoke fan Ben Rowley about their slide away from the top six and whether he thinks they can turn it around, Birmingham’s recent upturn and a potential lifeline for Barnsley.Derby’s Craig Forsyth (23m35s) then takes centre stage as he reveals all by answering our quickfire questions in Ten To Tackle.In League One (26m37s) the guests reflect on Sunderland’s appointment of Alex Neil, a big win for Rotherham at Sheffield Wednesday, Cheltenham’s good run and Crewe fan Stuart Price assesses whether he believes his club can still stay up.And in League Two (40m39s) we hear from Walsall fan Roberto Petrucco on the sacking of Matt Taylor and the supporter unrest there, whether Oldham can beat the drop under John Sheridan and Leyton Orient’s recent slump in form.All that and much, much more!!
2/14/2022 • 52 minutes, 16 seconds
Bruce joins the Baggies, Boro's big win & Bournemouth get Borehamed
Jonathan Oakes is joined by Don Goodman and Jobi McAnuff to discuss all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two.In the Championship (from the start) there was a big managerial change as Steve Bruce replaced Valerian Ismael at West Brom, while Blackburn missed an opportunity in the automatic promotion race as they lost at Swansea.The guests also look back on the biggest results in the FA Cup (23m23s), as Bournemouth lost to Boreham Wood, Middlesbrough fan Jonny Bullock (@Boro_Breakdown) tells us about a special win at Manchester United, and Nottingham Forest beat Leicester. We also hear from Birmingham striker Lyle Taylor (39m39s) as he reveals all by answering our quickfire questions in Ten To Tackle.In League One (46m54s) there was another defeat for Sunderland, who resigned Jermain Defoe this week, Gillingham appointed Neil Harris - who started his tenure with a win and a defeat - and there was another unsavoury incident at Rotherham during their win over Accrington.And in League Two (1hr08m22s) Bradford slipped further away from the play-offs after a defeat at Harrogate, we hear from Exeter fan John Beera (@johnbeera) discuss their progress after a comeback win at Swindon, and ponder whether Scunthorpe are destined for relegation after a home defeat against Oldham.All that and much, much more!
2/7/2022 • 1 hour, 26 minutes, 31 seconds
Sharp makes history, John-gone & transfer latest
Jonathan Oakes is joined by David Prutton and David Stowell to discuss all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two.In the Championship (from the start) take a look at the latest situation with Derby, West Brom’s danger of dropping out of the top six, a winning start for Shota Arveladze at Hull City, fan unrest at Birmingham and continued poor results for Reading.We also hear from Sheffield United’s Billy Sharp (35m08s) as he reveals all by answering our quickfire questions in Ten To Tackle- fresh off becoming the highest scoring player in Championship history.In League One (38m53s) the panel look back at Lee Johnson being sacked by Sunderland after a drubbing at Bolton, Cameron Brannagan’s penalty record for Oxford and the latest managerial movements at Gillingham.And in League Two (57m32s) there was a big win for League Two leaders Forest Green, another impressive win for Sutton and a turning of the tide for Stevenage under Paul Tisdale.All that and much more!
1/31/2022 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 11 seconds
Forest win the derby, Hull’s fresh start & Yates’ bar sport
Jonathan Oakes is joined by Andy Hinchcliffe and Daniel Mann to discuss all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two.In the Championship (from the start) the panel look back on Nottingham Forest’s win over Derby, what it meant for Steve Cooper’s side and another tumultuous week for the Rams away from the pitch. It was also a great week for Hull as their takeover was confirmed and they enjoyed two big wins over promotion-chasing opposition.We also hear from Forest’s Ryan Yates (37m17s) as he reveals all by answering our quickfire questions in Ten To Tackle.In League One (41m09s) it was another good week for Wigan as they took control of the promotion race, while there were shock defeats for MK Dons and Wycombe, while Oxford beat Sheffield Wednesday in another big clash near the top.And in League Two (49m55s) John Sheridan returned to take charge at troubled Oldham once again, for his fourth spell in charge at the club, there was more managerial upheaval at Colchester, as they began life following the sacking of Hayden Mullins with a win, and Tranmere’s surge up the table continued.All that and much more!
1/24/2022 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 34 seconds
Defiant Derby, Fulham flying & Toff takes Ten To Tackle
Jonathan Oakes is joined by Don Goodman and Gary Weaver to discuss all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two.In the Championship (from the start) there was another big win for Derby despite the latest turmoil engulfing the club, while Luton won a thriller against Bournemouth and Fulham enjoyed another thumping victory at the top.We also hear from Huddersfield’s Harry Toffolo (35m16s) as he reveals all by answering our quickfire questions in Ten To Tackle.In League One (41m00s) Wycombe rose to the top of the table, while Fleetwood shocked Rotherham to continue their good recent run under Stephen Crainey, and Charlton’s dip continued under Johnnie Jackson.And in League Two (53m16s) leaders Forest Green were held at Northampton but maintained their charge towards promotion, and Mansfield broke into the play-offs as their fine recent run continued.All that and much more!
1/17/2022 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 38 seconds
Carnage in the Cup
With no Championship this week the panel took a look back at the FA Cup’s biggest shocks and upsets (from the start), including incredible results for Cambridge, Nottingham Forest and Reading.In League One (22m30s) the Sunderland missed the chance to go top after an incredible draw at Wycombe, Gillingham parted company with manager Steve Evans, and Lincoln enjoyed an important win over Oxford.And in League Two (38m21s) Carlisle’s recent upturn continued, while Tranmere marched on in their promotion charge.All that and much more!
1/10/2022 • 47 minutes, 17 seconds
Who were the festive winners and losers in the EFL?
Jonathan Oakes is joined by David Prutton and Andy Hinchcliffe to discuss all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two.In the Championship (from the start) the panel look back at all the festive action as Covid once again wreaked havoc on the schedule. Some sides didn’t play at all, while others such as Derby enjoyed a fine couple of weeks.There is also an assessment of all the early deals done after the opening of the January transfer window, and we also hear from West Brom’s Callum Robinson (39m47s), who answered our quickfire questions in Ten To Tackle.In League One (44m40s) the panel take a look at a tricky period for Sheffield Wednesday, a good run for Shrewsbury and the survival hopes of Morecambe.And in League Two (1hr02m06s) there was a great win for Swindon, more Covid difficulties for some teams, and Forest Green extended their lead at the top of the table.All that and much more!
1/4/2022 • 1 hour, 14 minutes
Covid chaos & cryptocurrency at Christmas
In the Championship (from the start) the panel look back at another poor result for Bournemouth, which allowed Blackburn to close the gap on the promotion-chasers, while Middlesbrough’s good run continued under Chris Wilder and Blackpool returned to winning ways.We also hear from Middlesbrough’s Marcus Tavernier (33m31s), who answered our quickfire questions in Ten To Tackle.In League One (37m54s) there was a left-field appointment by Ipswich as they brought in Kieran McKenna to replace Paul Cook, Charlton started with a defeat following the permanent appointment of Johnnie Jackson and Wigan kept up the pressure on Rotherham at the topAnd in League Two (50m33s) the rise of Sutton United continued as they moved into the top three, Tranmere’s resurgence continued and Bradford rejected a crypto-currency takeover.All that and much more!
12/20/2021 • 1 hour, 59 seconds
The gap closes on Fulham and Bournemouth
Jonathan Oakes is joined by David Prutton and Gary Weaver to discuss all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two.In the Championship (from the start) the panel look back at a back weekend at the top as Fulham and Bournemouth slipped up again, allowing the chasing pack - particularly West Brom and Blackburn - to close ever further. There was also a triumphant return for Steve Cooper to South Wales as Nottingham Forest romped to victory at Swansea, and new Preston boss Ryan Lowe began with a win over Barnsley.We also hear from North End midfielder Alan Browne (29m32s), who answered our quickfire questions in Ten To Tackle.In League One (34m37s) there was another win for Rotherham at the top, while Plymouth were beaten at Sunderland in Steven Schumacher’s first game in charge, and Bolton’s recent dip continued.And in League Two (45m53s) there was a frantic 10-goal draw for leaders Forest Green at a near-empty Boundary Park as Oldham’s fan protests continued. While the panel assess Newport’s good form under James Rowberry, Colchester’s recent plight and indiscipline at Bristol Rovers.All that and much more!
12/13/2021 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 55 seconds
Santiago's son, Ipswich chop Cook & chat with Chair
Jonathan Oakes is joined by Don Goodman and David Stowell to discuss all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two.In the Championship (from the start) the panel look back at a huge game between the two pacesetters of Fulham and Bournemouth, West Brom’s return to winning ways, Blackburn’s impressive recent form and the ominous gap forming ahead of Peterborough and Barnsley in the bottom three.We also hear from QPR’s Ilias Chair (36m21s), who answered our quickfire questions in Ten To Tackle.In League One and Two (41m57s) there was limited action over the weekend due to the FA Cup, but there were more managerial sackings as Ipswich parted company with Paul Cook and Doncaster sacked Richie Wellens, while there was one appointment in League Two as Hartlepool brought in Graeme Lee.All that and much more!
12/6/2021 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 8 seconds
Heck in, Hull streaking and Godden’s deep heat ‘problem’
Jonathan Oakes is joined by David Prutton and Jobi McAnuff to discuss all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two.In the Championship (from the start) there is a look back at a week of upheaval for Sheffield United as they replaced Slavisa Jokanovic with Paul Heckingbottom in the dugout - and kicked off with a win against Bristol City.The panel also reflected on dropped points for Fulham and Bournemouth ahead of their heavyweight clash this weekend and fine recent runs for Blackburn and Hull.We also hear from Coventry striker Matty Godden (35m16s), who answered our quickfire questions in Ten To Tackle.In League One (44m04s) the panel take a look back at Paul Warne’s tenure in charge of Rotherham as he fires them back towards another potential promotion, a concerning slump for Plymouth, Lincoln’s labouring form and Simon Grayson’s departure from Leeds.And in League Two (58m03s) there have been more problems at Oldham as Keith Curle became their latest manager to be sacked, while Northampton’s good run continued and Dom Telford continued his hot streak for Newport.All that and much more!
11/29/2021 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 31 seconds
Derby, Reading and the damage of deductions
Jonathan Oakes is joined by Andy Hinchcliffe and Gary Weaver to discuss all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two.In the Championship (from the start) the panel reflect on another week of points deductions in the second tier, and morale-boosting results for Derby and Reading after being hit with them.They also take a look at why Sheffield United are underachieving, new contracts for Darren Ferguson at Peterborough and Neil Critchley at Blackpool, and another big win for Hull City.We also hear from Luton striker Cameron Jerome (37m27s), who answered our quickfire questions in Ten To Tackle.In League One (42m53s) there is a look at the job Johnnie Jackson is doing at Charlton, Sunderland ending their run of poor form with a big win over Ipswich and Portsmouth’s reliance on Marcus Harness.And in League Two (55m09s) there was another win for leaders Forest Green, Mansfield continued their recent resurgence and Colchester’s struggles rumbled on as they slumped closer to the relegation zone.
11/22/2021 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 12 seconds
Can WBA catch the top two? League One and Two review
Jonathan Oakes is joined by Don Goodman and Lee Hendrie to assess all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two. The panel dissects all the most recent news and talking points from the EFL, and Blackpool's Kevin Stewart takes Ten To Tackle.The Championship (from the start) was on a rest week due to the international break, so the panel took some time to reflect on the recent form of West Brom and Sheffield United, and the appointment of Steve Morison at Cardiff until the end of the season.We also hear from Blackpool's Kevin Stewart (26m36s), who answered our questions in Ten To Tackle. In League One (31m30s) there was a return to the top for Plymouth, a brilliant win by MK Dons inspired by Max Watters and a battling draw for injury-hit Gillingham at Sheffield Wednesday.And in League Two (46m36s) the panel look back at the live game between Port Vale and Bradord, James Rowberry's impressive start at the helm of Newport, and Stevenage's decision to sack Alex Revell.All that and much more!
11/15/2021 • 1 hour, 44 seconds
Wilder for Warnock, Cardiff finally win and the return of streaky Lee
Jonathan Oakes is joined by David Prutton and David Stowell to assess all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two.The panel dissects all the most recent news and talking points from the EFL, while we also hear from Middlesbrough's Matt Crooks in Ten To Tackle.In the Championship (from the start) it’s all about Middlesbrough and the arrival of Chris Wilder in place of Neil Warnock. There was also a return to winning ways for Bournemouth and Coventry, and to a more significant extent Cardiff, and a huge win near the bottom for Hull at Barnsley.We also hear from Matt Crooks in Ten To Tackle (37m52s), as the Boro midfielder reveals all as he answers our quickfire questions. There was no League One or League Two at the weekend, but there was FA Cup first-round action (44m30s), where Sunderland suffered another poor defeat, and another managerial appointment to boot as the Football League’s bottom club Scunthorpe brought in Keith Hill.All that and much more!
11/8/2021 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 40 seconds
Sacking season starts as Schopp gets the chop
Jonathan Oakes is joined by Andy Hinchcliffe and Jobi McAnuff to assess all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two.The panel dissects all the most recent news and talking points from the EFL, while we also hear from Swansea midfielder Korey Smith in Ten To Tackle.In the Championship (from the start) the panel look back on a big win for Fulham, Bournemouth’s continuing run at the top, Stoke’s collapse against Cardiff, Bristol City finally winning at home and Barnsley sacking Markus Schopp.We also hear from Korey Smith in Ten To Tackle (37m30s), as the Swansea midfielder reveals all as he answers our quickfire questions. In League One (46m12s) the panel assess the continued impressive form of leaders Plymouth, Rotherham’s thrashing of Sunderland and Crewe’s struggles at the bottom of the table.And in League Two (55m42s) there was another managerial departure as Scunthorpe sacked Neil Cox with the club at the foot of the table, Carlisle started with a defeat under new boss Keith Millen and Stevenage’s poor run continued.All that and much more!
11/1/2021 • 1 hour, 9 minutes, 24 seconds
Play-off dark horses, change at Cardiff & Cairney’s cue skills
Jonathan Oakes is joined by Don Goodman and Michelle Owen to assess all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two.The panel dissects all the most recent news and talking points from the EFL, while we also hear from Fulham midfielder Tom Cairney in Ten To Tackle.In the Championship (from the start) the panel take a look Mick McCarthy’s sacking by Cardiff after their eighth-straight defeat, Bournemouth’s continued impressive form at the top of the table, and good wins for Middlesbrough, Millwall and Blackpool - who beat Preston in the first West Lancashire derby for more than a decade.Then it is to the other end of the table and another battling draw for Derby, a good week for Peterborough and more concern for Barnsley.We also hear from Tom Cairney in Ten To Tackle (37m30s), as the Fulham midfielder reveals all as he answers our quickfire questions. In League One (41m14s) the panel analyse what went wrong for Nigel Adkins at Charlton and who could succeed him after their surprise win at Sunderland, the recent plight of Portsmouth, Ipswich’s upturn in form and the shock departure of Bolton captain Antoni Sarcevic to National League side Stockport.And in League Two (58m58s) it is a look at the appointment of James Rowberry at Newport, Northampton’s good run and Hartlepool’s stunning comeback - with a bit of Jeff Stelling thrown in!All that and much more!
10/25/2021 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 54 seconds
Mitro magic, Big Mick on the brink & Mowatt's lucky boxers
Jonathan Oakes is joined by Keith Andrews and Gary Weaver to assess all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two.The panel dissects all the most recent news and talking points from the EFL, while we also hear from West Brom midfielder Alex Mowatt in Ten To Tackle.In the Championship (from the start) the panel take a look back at another brilliant performance from Aleksandar Mitrovic as he helped steer Fulham past QPR. There was also a big win for Sheffield United against Stoke and Bournemouth stayed top after a win at Bristol City.Mick McCarthy is on the brink after another defeat for Cardiff - this time in the South Wales derby at Swansea, Nottingham Forest’s resurgence continued under Steve Cooper, Huddersfield moved back into the play-off places and Luton also enjoyed another impressive win.We also hear from Alex Mowatt in Ten To Tackle (31m00s), as he West Brom midfielder reveals all as he answers our quickfire questions. In League One (35m08s) the panel analyse the continued impressive form of Wigan, Peter Reid being brought in by Paul Cook at Ipswich, Rotherham’s thumping of Portsmouth and another good win for Cheltenham as they continued their solid start to life in the third tier..And in League Two (49m06s) it is Port Vale after they beat Barrow, Mansfield’s poor run continued and Sam Nombe maintained his impressive goal scoring form for Exeter.All that and much more!
Jonathan Oakes is joined by David Prutton and Jobi McAnuff to assess all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two.The panel dissects all the most recent news and talking points from the EFL, before looking ahead to a huge weekend of derby games on Sky Sports. In the Championship (from the start) the panel look ahead to three massive derby games on Sky Sports this coming weekend, as QPR host Fulham, West Brom meet Birmingham and Swansea face Cardiff. There is also a reflection on Steve Cooper’s start at Nottingham Forest, and the impressive recent form of Blackpool.In League One (25m25s) the panel looks back on the weekend’s action, including Plymouth’s move to the top of the table and Sheffield Wednesday’s important win over Bolton after a difficult period under Darren Moore.And in League Two (34m36s) there was a big win for Swindon at leaders Forest Green, while at the other end Scunthorpe slumped to the bottom of the table and Carlisle’s struggles continued as they sacked manager Chris Beech.All that and much more!
10/11/2021 • 56 minutes, 34 seconds
Are Stoke contenders? Cherries on top & Cauley's Candy Shop
Jonathan Oakes is joined by Andy Hinchcliffe and Lee Hendrie to assess all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two.The panel dissects all the most recent news and talking points from the EFL, while we also hear from Barnsley striker Cauley Woodrow in Ten To Tackle as he answers our quickfire questions.In the Championship (from the start) the panel discuss defeats for West Brom and Fulham, and assess where the two early frontrunners are as we head into the international break. Bournemouth now lead the way, and Stoke and Coventry claimed big wins to underline their credentials. Elsewhere, Cardiff and Middlesbrough’s struggles went on, Bristol City continued their impressive form away from home and Blackpool claimed another big win.We also hear from Barnsley forward Cauley Woodrow in Ten To Tackle (40m10s).In League One (47m00s) we look back at a big win for Portsmouth and Danny Cowley over Sunderland, Wycombe’s incredible 4-3 win against Morecambe and whether Doncaster can build on a surprise win over MK Dons and start to climb the table.And in League Two (58m30s) the panel assess Michael Flynn’s departure from Newport, Forest Green’s continued dominance at the top, a satisfying win for Ben Garner and Swindon against Bristol Rovers, and Bradford beating Rochdale.All that and much more!
10/4/2021 • 1 hour, 15 minutes, 22 seconds
Coventry climbing, the Diaz effect and Swifty's superstitions
Jonathan Oakes is joined by Keith Andrews and David Stowell to assess all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two.The panel dissects all the most recent news and talking points from the EFL, while we also hear from Reading midfielder John Swift as he answers our quickfire questions in Ten To Tackle.In the Championship (from the start) the panel discuss the brilliant form of Coventry, West Brom’s turnaround win against QPR, the problems looming for Reading, Steve Cooper’s first game in charge of Nottingham Forest and Ben Brereton Diaz’s display for Blackburn against Cardiff. We also hear from Reading midfielder John Swift in Ten To Tackle (36m45s).In League One (43m46s) we look back at Sunderland’s good start to the season, Plymouth’s fine recent form and Cole Stockton’s performances for Morecambe.And in League Two (58m04s) the panel analyse Hartlepool’s start after their return to the Football League and a new contract for manager Dave Challinor, Exeter’s start to their latest bid to escape League Two, and Sutton’s recent upturn after a great win over Carlisle.All that and much more!
9/27/2021 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 8 seconds
Derby's deduction, Bournemouth's bounce and Will Vaulks takes Ten To Tackle
Jonathan Oakes is joined by Andy Hinchcliffe and Gary Weaver to assess all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two.The panel dissects all the most recent news and talking points from the EFL, while we also hear from Cardiff City midfielder as he answers our quickfire questions in Ten To Tackle.In the Championship (from the start) this week the focus is on Derby's administration saga, Nottingham Forest's first win after the sacking of Chris Hughton, Bournemouth going top of the table, Reading shocking Fulham, Middlesbrough's struggles, another good win for Sheffield United and Luton's capitulation against Swansea. We also hear from Cardiff midfielder Will Vaulks in Ten To Tackle (36m59s).In League One (44m31s) it's Wigan, who replaced Sunderland at the top, MK Dons' impressive form, Portsmouth's dip and Charlton's struggles which take centre stage.And in League Two (54m36s) it's Port Vale's win and James Wilson's goal against Harrogate, the plight of Bristol Rovers after another defeat, Mansfield falling short and a round-up of the best of the rest.
9/20/2021 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 10 seconds
Fulham falter, Blades sharpen & Gary Cahill takes Ten To Tackle
Jonathan Oakes is joined by Don Goodman and Jobi McAnuff to dissect all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two.The panel assess all the most recent EFL action, while we also hear from Bournemouth defender Gary Cahill as he answers our quickfire questions in Ten To Tackle.
9/13/2021 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 2 seconds
Who won the window? Deeney, Drinkwater, Berahino & more
Jonathan Oakes is joined by David Prutton and David Stowell to dissect all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two.The panel take a look back at all the recent action - including all the big results from the weekend in the third and fourth tiers, and assess all the biggest stories from the transfer window, including moves for Troy Deeney, Danny Drinkwater and Saido Berahino.
9/6/2021 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 9 seconds
Will anyone stop Fulham or West Brom?
Jonathan Oakes is joined by pundits Andy Hinchcliffe and Don Goodman to dissect all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two.The panel run the rule over Fulham and West Brom and whether they are a shoo-in for automatic promotion, Huddersfield's good form, Reading's struggles and a important point for Nottingham Forest and Chris Hughton.Attention then turns to League One and Sunderland's flying start, the latest at Wigan, Oxford, Morecambe and Shrewsbury, and then it's League Two with particular focus on Harrogate, Hartlepool and Sutton United.We also hear from Stoke midfielder Sam Clucas as he answers our quickfire questions in Ten To Tackle.
8/30/2021 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 30 seconds
Blunted Blades, Frustrated Forest
Jonathan Oakes is joined by pundit Keith Andrews and commentator Gary Weaver to discuss all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two, reflecting upon the weekend’s EFL action.We also hear from QPR defender Rob Dickie as he answers our quickfire questions in Ten To Tackle.
8/23/2021 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 56 seconds
Are QPR dark horses? Derby in the dumps & Jack Marriott takes Ten To Tackle
Jonathan Oakes is joined by pundit Don Goodman and commentator David Stowell to discuss all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two.Championship Pt 1 (from start)The panel look back at the live games from the weekend, after Swansea drew with Sheffield United and Peterborough came back late on to beat Derby County on Saturday.There was a thumping victory for Fulham at Huddersfield, as they ran out 5-1 winners at the John Smith's Stadium, while West Brom got their first win in the Championship under Valerien Ismael, beating Luton 3-2.Championship Pt 2 (from 18m33secs)QPR underlined their status as dark horses for the play-offs this season with a 3-0 victory at Hull City, and we hear from fan Charlie Wise from the Talking Rangers podcast on their potential promotion credentials.Neil Warnock steered Middlesbrough to a 2-1 win over Bristol City, with both goals coming from new signings in Uche Ikpeazu and Matt Crooks.There was frustration at Birmingham as issues with the stands at St Andrew's meant they couldn't have a full house in their first home game since the return of fans, with Tom Oxland from the Blues Focus podcast filling us in on the latest views from their support on that situation.We then hear from Peterborough striker Jack Marriott in the latest edition of Ten To Tackle, as he answers our quickfire questions on his career so far.League One (from 34m50secs)It's been a stellar start to the season in League One, and the panel reflect on Burton's success under Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink, as they began the season with two wins on the bounce.There was a return to Plough Lane at last for the fans of AFC Wimbledon, with Charlie Talbot from The Dons Trust describing his emotions during the occasion as they battled to a comeback draw with Bolton.Elsewhere, MK Dons were beaten 2-1 at home by Sunderland in the first game in charge for Liam Manning since he replaced Russell Martin.League Two (from 44m25secs)In League Two there was a first win for new Bradford boss Derek Adams,as they beat Oldham 2-1.The panel also look back at another win for Northampton, and the struggles of Bristol Rovers under Joey Barton. Fan Caz May from Her Game Too joins to assess the problems that have blighted the club.Elsewhere, there was a win for Carlisle after a ten-hour coach trip to Swindon, although there is plenty of positivity in the air for the Robins after the signing of Jonny Williams.
8/16/2021 • 58 minutes, 30 seconds
The EFL is back! Winners and losers from opening weekend
The EFL is back! The Championship, League One and League Two returned with a bang on opening weekend, and the Sky Sports EFL Podcast is back every Monday to keep you up to date with all the latest news, reaction and opinion from the experts.Jonathan Oakes was joined by pundit Andy Hinchcliffe and commentator Gary Weaver to reflect upon the first round of games of the 2021/22 season, as they delve into the best bit from all three leagues.In the Championship there was a barnstorming opener between two of the promotion favourites, as Bournemouth and West Brom played out an entertaining draw, while Sheffield United were shocked by Birmingham. Blues striker Lukas Jutkiewicz also joins us in our first Ten To Tackle of the season as he answers our quickfire questions.In League One there were wins for relegated sides Rotherham and Wycombe, while Sheffield Wednesday drew with Charlton. The panel assess all the runners and riders in the third tier, while also looking at an impressive first outing for Morecambe in their first ever game at this level.In League Two things are looking up for Swindon, Hartlepool won on their return to the EFL, and Sutton United were narrowly beaten in their first ever Football League appearance.All that and much, much more!
8/9/2021 • 56 minutes, 37 seconds
Play-off drama, agony, ecstasy & the finals!
Jonathan Oakes is joined by Keith Andrews, Don Goodman and Andy Hinchcliffe to look back at an incredible week of play-off semi-final drama, and ahead to the finals that are set to cap an incredible 2020/21 season.In the Championship the panel look back on Brentford's comeback victory over Bournemouth, Swansea's resilience in seeing off Barnsley, and the upcoming battle for the final spot in next season's Premier League.In League One it will be Blackpool versus Lincoln at Wembley, after Blackpool saw off Oxford and Lincoln overcame Sunderland. And in the League Two final it will be Morecambe, who beat Tranmere, and Newport - who beat Forest Green in arguably the most dramatic tie of the week - meeting at Wembley.All that and much more!
5/24/2021 • 1 hour, 30 minutes, 40 seconds
Derby, Sheff Wed, final-day drama + play-off previews
Jonathan Oakes is joined by David Prutton and David Stowell to look back at a dramatic final weekend in the Sky Bet EFL, as Derby stayed up at the expensive of Sheffield Wednesday in the Championship - with Rotherham and Wycombe also being relegated.In League One, Oxford pipped Portsmouth to the final play-off spot, and in League Two Cheltenham sealed the title, while Bolton and Cambridge joined them in winning promotion.The panel also look ahead to what is sure to be a fascinating set of play-off fixtures throughout all three leagues.All that and much more!
5/10/2021 • 1 hour, 27 minutes, 30 seconds
Promotions, titles, relegations & final-day drama to come
Jonathan Oakes is joined by Keith Andrews and Daniel Mann to discuss a frantic penultimate weekend in the Championship, League One and League Two.In the Championship a defeat for Derby set up a superbly-poised final week of action down at the bottom, as Rotherham and Sheffield Wednesday battle for safety, while Norwich sealed the title at the top.Hull were crowned League One champions, while Peterborough confirmed their promotion in dramatic style, and Northampton and Rochdale were condemned to the drop.The panel also review all the League Two action, after Cambridge and Bolton missed big chances to join Cheltenham in sealing promotion, while Southend were relegated to end their 101-year stay in the Football League.
5/3/2021 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 52 seconds
Watford & Hull go up! Swindon & Bristol Rovers go down
Jonathan Oakes is joined by Andy Hinchcliffe and David Prutton to discuss a huge weekend of action across the Sky Bet EFL.Watford joined Norwich in sealing promotion in the Championship, while the relegation battle rumbles on with Derby, Sheffield Wednesday and Rotherham all in real jeopardy.In League One Hull enjoyed promotion over the weekend, while Swindon and Bristol Rovers saw their relegations confirmed. The panel also assess all the weekend's League Two action as it hurtles towards a hectic conclusion, and we hear from Huddersfield's Fraizer Campbell in Ten To Tackle.All that and much more!
4/26/2021 • 1 hour, 13 minutes, 20 seconds
Norwich moving on up & Dike the Tyke takes Ten To Tackle
Jonathan Oakes is joined by pundit Don Goodman and commentator Daniel Mann to discuss all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two.The panel assess Norwich's promotion, all the weekend's action and hears from Barnsley sensation Daryl Dike in Ten To Tackle, as he answers our quickfire questions.All that and much more!
4/19/2021 • 1 hour, 10 minutes
Who will miss out on the play-offs?
Jonathan Oakes is joined by Keith Andrews and Gary Weaver to discuss all the latest from the Championship. As Norwich and Watford edge closer to promotion, and the play-off race hots up with Bournemouth moving back into the top six at the expense of Reading.We also hear from Watford's Troy Deeney in a special 'Twelve to Tackle' this week, as the striker discusses his best moments in the game, his heroes growing up and more.The panel then assess all the weekend's League One and League Two action and both ends of the table.All that and much more!
4/12/2021 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 2 seconds
Race for the PL, Easter frenzy & Ben Gibson takes Ten To Tackle
Jonathan Oakes is joined by Andy Hinchcliffe and Caroline Barker to discuss all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two.With the Championship taking a breather during the international break, the panel assess all the runners and riders in the promotion and relegation battles, and look ahead to a big weekend of action over Easter.Norwich defender Ben Gibson is the latest guest on Ten To Tackle, as he answers our quickfire questions, before an in-depth look at all the major talking points from the weekend's games in League One and League Two.All that and much more!
3/29/2021 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 29 seconds
Watford tighten their grip, manager moves & Welsh bragging rights
Jonathan Oakes is joined by Don Goodman and David Prutton to discuss all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two.The panel take a look at the latest twists in the Championship promotion race, assess the arrival and departures of managers throughout the leagues and take a look back at all the weekend's key EFL action.All that and much more!
3/22/2021 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 6 seconds
Brilliant Barnsley, PJT finals & Solanke takes Ten To Tackle
Jonathan Oakes is joined by Keith Andrews and David Stowell to discuss all the latest from the Championship, League One, League Two and a big weekend at Wembley as Salford and Sunderland became Papa John's Trophy champions.The panel assess all the latest managerial movements throughout the EFL, and hear from Bournemouth's Dom Solanke as he answers our quickfire questions.All that and much more!
3/15/2021 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 34 seconds
Can anyone catch Norwich? Swans, pens & Warnock
Jonathan Oakes is joined by pundit Andy Hinchcliffe and commentator Daniel Mann to discuss all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two.The panel review all the weekend's action and all the battles for promotion, play-offs and relegation, while we also hear from Stoke's Danny Batth in Ten To Tackle.All that and much more!
3/8/2021 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 25 seconds
Sheff Wed turn to Moore, a fresh start for Ipswich & Sergi Canos takes Ten To Tackle
Jonathan Oakes is joined by pundit Don Goodman and commentator Gary Weaver to look back at all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two.There was managerial upheaval again as Sheffield Wednesday appointed Darren Moore, as he left Doncaster in the process, and Paul Lambert departed from Ipswich. We also hear from Brentford's Sergi Canos in Ten To Tackle.All that and much more!
Jonathan Oakes is joined by presenter David Prutton and pundit Keith Andrews to discuss all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two.The panel assess all the latest in the race for the Premier League, take a look at all the weekend's action, and hear from Nottingham Forest defender Joe Worrall in Ten To Tackle ahead of the East Midlands derby on Friday night.All that and much more!
2/22/2021 • 1 hour, 26 minutes, 7 seconds
The Championship Tuchel, Buendia-ball & the Wyke-McGeady show
Jonathan Oakes is joined by pundit Andy Hinchcliffe and commentator David Stowell to discuss all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two.There was another twist in the race for the Premier League after Brentford were beaten, while Cardiff continue their resurgence under Mick McCarthy, and we hear from Coventry loanee Matty James in Ten To Tackle. All that and much more!
2/15/2021 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 53 seconds
Canaries, Bees, Swans & the race for the Premier League
Jonathan Oakes is joined by pundit Don Goodman and presenter Caroline Barker to discuss all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two.The panel take a look at the race for the Premier League that is heating up between Norwich, Brentford and Swansea - with the likes of Reading and a few others still chasing, while we also hear from Sunderland midfielder Max Power in Ten To Tackle.
2/8/2021 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 25 seconds
Ben Davies' big move, Ledson's hops & transfer latest
Jonathan Oakes is joined by pundit Keith Andrews and commentator Gary Weaver to discuss all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two.The panel assess all the action on the pitch at the weekend, and away from it as the January window comes to a close, rounding up all the big transfer moves in the EFL. We also hear from Preston's Ryan Ledson in Ten To Tackle. All that and much more!
2/1/2021 • 58 minutes, 58 seconds
McCarthyisms, Cantwell's odd boots and transfer latest
Jonathan Oakes is joined by pundit Don Goodman and commentator Daniel Mann to discuss all the latest news from the Championship, League One and League Two.The panel take a look at all the latest EFL action and transfer latest, assess the appointment of Mick McCarthy at Cardiff and we hear from Norwich's Todd Cantwell in Ten To Tackle.All that and much more!
1/25/2021 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 44 seconds
Rooney takes permanent charge, Harlee's heroes & transfer latest
Jonathan Oakes is joined by pundit Andy Hinchcliffe and commentator David Stowell to discuss all the latest action in the Championship, League One and League Two.Wayne Rooney took permanent charge of Derby for the first time at the weekend, but saw them slip to defeat at home to Rotherham, while the leading pair of Norwich and Swansea enjoyed wins again, as Bournemouth slipped up at home to Luton.The panel also assess the latest big bits of transfer business done across the EFL, while we hear from Birmingham defender Harlee Dean in Ten To Tackle as he reveals who his hero was growing up, the best player he's ever played with and more.All that and much more!
1/18/2021 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 49 seconds
Cupsets, Kazim-Richards & transfer latest
Jonathan Oakes is joined by pundit Keith Andrews and presenter David Prutton to take a look at all the action from the weekend - including some important results in League One and League Two and some big performances from EFL sides in the FA Cup.We also hear from veteran Derby forward Colin Kazim-Richards as he takes on Ten To Tackle to discuss his fascinating nomadic career, while the podcast also looks at all the latest managerial departures and biggest transfer deals so far in the January window.All that and much more!
1/11/2021 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 39 seconds
Covid cancellations and managerial merry-go-rounds
Jonathan Oakes is joined by pundit Andy Hinchcliffe and presenter Caroline Barker to look back on the Covid-hit festive season in the Championship, League One and League Two.There were also a raft of managerial departures and the panel take a look at the departure of Tony Pulis from Sheffield Wednesday, Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink replacing Jake Buxton at Burton, and Paul Hurst coming in for Ian Holloway at Grimsby.We also hear from Watford goalkeeper Ben Foster in Ten To Tackle, assess the form of Jamal Lowe at Swansea and the struggles of Birmingham.All that and much more!
1/4/2021 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 41 seconds
Watford's new boss, Brentford's 'M' still motoring & Hanley takes Ten to Tackle
Jonathan Oakes is joined by pundit Don Goodman and commentator Gary Weaver to discuss all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two.There was yet another managerial change at Watford, as Vladimir Ivic made way and Xisco Munoz came in. Norwich are turning into runaway leaders after yet another win, and Bryan Mbeumo, who looks to have returned to top form for Brentford.We also look at whether Middlesbrough can make a promotion charge under Neil Warnock, and we hear from Norwich captain Grant Hanley in Ten To Tackle.Attention then turns to League One as Portsmouth went top after a big win at Hull and Lincoln moved back into the top two, and great wins for Crewe and Gillingham.Then in League Two the panel take a look at Forest Green's charge into the automatic-promotion spots, Walsall's fantastic form, Oldham and Max Watters' goalscoring prowess at Crawley.All that and much more!
12/21/2020 • 57 minutes, 49 seconds
Are the Swans contenders? Can Forest go down?
Jonathan Oakes is joined by pundit Keith Andrews and commentator Daniel Mann to discuss all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two.Swansea announced themselves as genuine contenders for automatic promotion with a statement win at Cardiff on Saturday, while Teemu Pukki seems to be back to his best for Norwich and Bournemouth recorded a thumping win.At the other end of the table there seem to be real concerns for Nottingham Forest and Sheffield Wednesday - who have both failed to improve under Chris Hughton and Tony Pulis respectively, while the panel debates whether Rotherham can survive in the Championship this season.Attention then turns to League One and a big win for Lee Johnson and Sunderland, the issues of Deja vu that seem to be emerging for Ipswich and Paul Lambert, and the effect of fans returning at Peterborough, Crewe and elsewhere.Then in League Two we look at the fantastic form of Carlisle, a massive win for Exeter, the progression of Leyton Orient under Ross Embleton and a first home win of the season for Southend. There were also two more managerial departures as Stuart McCall left Bradford, and David Dunn left Barrow.All that and much more!
12/14/2020 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 36 seconds
Will Norwich & Bournemouth bounce right back?
Jonathan Oakes is joined by presenter David Prutton and pundit Andy Hinchcliffe to discuss all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two.Fans have returned to some stadiums across the last week, and the panel assess the impact they had as Reading and Norwich won on Saturday, with a detailed look too at Bournemouth and Stoke.Following that is an assessment of Sheffield Wednesday's struggle for goals under Tony Pulis, and we hear from Reading's Liam Moore as he takes on Ten To Tackle.Attention then turns to League One, after Lee Johnson led Sunderland to defeat in his first game in charge against Wigan. While Ipswich got back to winning ways, Peterborough's poor run and Blackpool's flying form. Then it is League Two after some dramatic wins for Port Vale and Cheltenham, the plight of Bradford and Grimsby, and then the rescue package being delivered for the EFL.All that and much more!
12/7/2020 • 1 hour, 7 minutes, 57 seconds
The fans will return again! More change at Sunderland, Pontus loves Aladdin
Jonathan Oakes is joined by pundit Don Goodman and commentator David Stowell to discuss all the latest action from the Championship, League One and League Two.The panel dissects another busy weekend of Championship action, all the latest in managerial changes throughout the leagues after Phil Parkinson left Sunderland and Shrewsbury changed manager.There is also a look ahead to the imminent return of fans in some EFL grounds this week, and we also hear from Brentford defender Pontus Jansson in Ten To Tackle.All that and much more!
11/30/2020 • 1 hour, 22 minutes, 26 seconds
Benitez? Balotelli? Steve Cook!
Jonathan Oakes is joined by pundit Keith Andrews and presenter Caroline Barker to review all the weekend's action in the Sky Bet EFL.In the Championship there was a big comeback win for Bournemouth as they saw off Reading - who slumped to a fourth straight defeat to drop from the top of the table.Norwich went top after sneaking past Middlesbrough, Stoke saw off Huddersfield in a seven-goal thriller, and Bristol City beat a Derby side managed in part by player-coach Wayne Rooney.The panel also take a look at all the big moments in League One and Two, while we also hear from Bournemouth defender Steve Cook in Ten To Tackle and assess the return of five substitutions to the EFL.
11/23/2020 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 15 seconds
Cocu out, Rooney in? Pulis for Monk & Angus Gunn
Jonathan Oakes is joined by presenter David Prutton and commentator Gary Weaver to discuss all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two.There was a rest weekend for the Championship, but the league didn't stop as Derby sacked Phillip Cocu - with Wayne Rooney one of the coaches set to take temporary charge of the club - and Sheffield Wednesday sacked Garry Monk, before replacing him with Tony Pulis.There was also a hectic weekend of action in League One and League Two, as Bristol Rovers sacked Ben Garner following a 4-1 defeat at home to Fleetwood, John Sheridan took charge of Swindon for the first time after leaving Wigan, and there were defeats for Peterborough and Sunderland to Crewe and MK Dons respectively.In League Two we saw Nigel Clough steer Mansfield to a first victory in his first league game in charge, Bolton get a big win over Salford, and we review the rest of the weekend's action.
11/16/2020 • 53 minutes, 4 seconds
Derby takeover latest & 'Uncle' Albert Adomah
Jonathan Oakes is joined by pundit Andy Hinchcliffe and commentator Daniel Mann to discuss all the latest news from the Championship, League One and League Two.The panel discuss the latest surrounding Derby's potential takeover and their on-pitch struggles, the strong performances of the three relegated sides Bournemouth, Watford and Norwich, the streakiness of Bristol City and Reading's recent collapse in form.We also hear from Cardiff pair Sol Bamba and Sean Morrison on the strains of the schedule, and QPR midfielder Albert Adomah takes Ten To Tackle.There is also a round-up of how the League One and League Two clubs performed in the first round of the FA Cup, and a look at the two latest managerial appointments in League Two, as Mansfield brought in Nigel Clough, and Richie Wellens left Swindon for Salford.
11/9/2020 • 47 minutes, 3 seconds
Valerien steel & Pukki parties
Jonathan Oakes is joined by pundits Keith Andrews and Don Goodman to discuss all the latest news from the Championship, League One and League Two.In the Championship there were big wins for Coventry, Wycombe and Barnsley at the weekend, while Neil Warnock steered Middlesbrough into the top six and Teemu Pukki returned to form with two goals in Norwich's win at Bristol City. We also hear from the striker in Ten To Tackle.There is a new leader in League One after another win for Peterborough, while Charlton and Doncaster also won, and AFC Wimbledon got a draw at MK Dons ahead of their midweek return to Plough Lane.In League Two there was another managerial casaulty as Tranmere sacked Mike Jackson, Bolton suffered another damaging defeat and we look at two strikers still performing at opposite ends of their careers in Port Vale veteran Tom Pope and Crawley youngster Max Watters.
11/2/2020 • 1 hour, 15 seconds
The home form problem, Ivan the Fireman
Jonathan Oakes is joined by presenter David Prutton and commentator Gary Weaver to dissect another hectic weekend of action, after another win for Reading, drama at Vicarage Road and a big win for Stoke against Brentford.There is also a new man at the helm at Barnsley, as Valerian Ismael prepares to take over, and the panel also look at the teams who appear to be struggling at home this season as English football staggers on behind closed doors.We also hear from Brentford striker Ivan Toney, who takes on Ten To Tackle, before turning attention to League One - in particular Peterborough, Portsmouth and Burton and the latest coronavirus cancellations.Then it is on to League Two - including the form of Paul Mullin at Cambridge, Walsall's interesting unbeaten run, the struggles of Southend and more.
10/26/2020 • 1 hour, 2 seconds
Bailouts, teenage stars and Paul Warne's shed
Jonathan Oakes is joined by pundits Andy Hinchcliffe and Keith Andrews to discuss all the latest news in the Championship, League One and League Two.The two league leaders Bristol City and Reading were held for the first time at the weekend, while Watford returned to winning ways thanks to a remarkable goal from 19-year-old Joao Pedro and Nottingham Forest boss Chris Hughton got off to a dream start as they won at Blackburn.The panel also take a look at the latest regarding the return of fans, EFL bailouts, and the some of the best of the rest of the action from the weekend.Attention then turns to League One and League Two, after Ipswich kept on going, and Cambridge recorded another emphatic win, and then a look at all the biggest deals on Deadline Day 2 throughout the leagues.
10/19/2020 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 3 seconds
Hughton, Davies, B Teams & Big Pictures
Jonathan Oakes is joined by pundit Don Goodman and presenter Caroline Barker to discuss all the latest news in the Championship, League One and League Two.There was a frantic round of lower-league action during the international break, as League One and League Two took centre stage, while there was also a big managerial change in the Championship as Chris Hughton replaced Sabri Lamouchi at Nottingham Forest, and Gerhard Struber left Barnsley.Away from the pitch, the 'B Team' debate resurfaced this week as the financial struggles in the EFL continue, while the panel also assess the potential implications of 'Project Big Picture'.We also hear from fans of Blackpool and Forest Green, and Derby defender Curtis Davies takes Ten To Tackle!
10/12/2020 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 17 seconds
Rampant Royals, Rampaging Robins
Jonathan Oakes is joined by pundit Danny Higginbotham and commentator Gary Weaver to discuss all the latest from the Championship, League One and League Two.At the weekend there was finally a first win for Derby as Wayne Rooney struck a late free-kick at Norwich - who have their own problems with their squad - while Bournemouth won again, and Reading and Bristol City maintained their perfect starts.There was also an incredible win for Preston, a milestone for Neil Warnock, and we hear from Swansea midfielder Matt Grimes as he takes on Ten To Tackle.Attention then turns to League One and Hull's brilliant start, an important win for Portsmouth, Lincoln and Wigan, and then League Two as Newport top the table.
10/5/2020 • 57 minutes, 39 seconds
Barnsley or New York?
Jonathan Oakes is joined by pundit Keith Andrews and presenter Caroline Barker on the latest Sky Sports EFL Podcast to take a look at all the latest action from the Championship, League One and League Two.Just two teams remain with a perfect record in the Championship as Reading and Bristol City both won, while Wycombe, Nottingham Forest and Derby are at the other end of the spectrum after another defeat each.We also hear from Cardiff defender Sean Morrison as he takes Ten To Tackle, and look back at the first derby between Watford and Luton in 16 years, before reviewing the rest of the weekend's action in the lower leagues - including the latest news around fans returning to grounds and Covid-19 tests affecting games.
9/28/2020 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 19 seconds
Fans return! Forest faltering & goals galore
The Sky Sports EFL Podcast is back to assess all the weekend's action, as fans returned to stadiums, Nottingham Forest were beaten and Sheff Wed's Cameron Dawson takes Ten To Tackle.Jonathan Oakes is joined by pundit Don Goodman and presenter David Prutton to look back at the impact of fans returning at Middlesbrough and Norwich, as well as five other grounds across the lower leagues. Reading and Luton lead the way after two wins from two, Nottingham Forest suffered another defeat, and Coventry got their first win of the season after beating QPR.In League One, Lincoln continued their bright start, Sunderland saw off Oxford to get their first win of the season, and there was a high-scoring encounter between AFC Wimbledon and Plymouth as they drew 4-4.Then in League Two, Salford thumped Grimsby, Bolton were beaten by Colchester and we round up the rest of the weekend's key moments.
9/21/2020 • 58 minutes, 6 seconds
The EFL is back with a bang!
What a return! The Championship, League One and League Two are back in full swing, and the Sky Sports EFL Podcast is here to dissect all the key action.Jonathan Oakes is joined by pundits Andy Hinchcliffe and Keith Andrews to look back at all the action from a highly-entertaining opening weekend, while we also hear from Birmingham midfielder Adam Clayton in Ten To Tackle.In the Championship there were slightly unconvincing opening weekend wins for the relegated trio of Watford, Bournemouth and Norwich, while Brentford were beaten by Birmingham and there were big victories for Sheffield Wednesday and Reading.In League One we look at Wigan's plight following their defeat to Ipswich, Charlton and Hull bouncing back from relegation with wins, and a surprise result for Accrington against Peterborough.Then in League Two there was a huge victory for EFL new boys Harrogate at Southend, before wrapping up the rest of the action.
9/14/2020 • 1 hour, 14 seconds
League One and Two Season Preview
Jonathan Oakes was joined by Gary Weaver and David Prutton as they previewed the 2020/21 EFL League's One and Two season, discussing all the big talking points ahead of the season kick off.
9/7/2020 • 40 minutes, 58 seconds
Championship Season Preview
Jonathan Oakes was joined by Gary Weaver and David Prutton as they previewed the 2020/21 EFL Championship season, discussing all the big talking points ahead of the season kick off.
9/7/2020 • 55 minutes, 33 seconds
It's Brentford vs Fulham in the Championship play-off final!
Sky Sports EFL reporter Jonathan Oakes is joined by presenter Scott Minto and pundit Andy Hinchcliffe to look back on fantastic pair of Sky Bet Championship play-off semi-finals, as Brentford saw off Swansea and Fulham beat Cardiff.The panel then take a look ahead to the showdown at Wembley on Tuesday, as the west London rivals for a place in the Premier League, and analyse who is in better shape to secure the all-important win in the richest game in football.Attention then turns to the latest news elsewhere in the Championship, including the latest managerial comings and goings in the division.
7/31/2020 • 50 minutes, 55 seconds
Championship Final Day review - The best league in the world
Sky Sports EFL reporter Jonathan Oakes is joined by presenter David Prutton and pundit Keith Andrews to discuss an incredible final day of the Championship, as Leeds lifted the trophy, West Brom secured promotion, Nottingham Forest dropped out of the top six and Luton and Barnsley secured safety in dramatic fashion.It was also a dramatic night for Brentford, who missed a golden chance to finish second, Cardiff who moved up to fifth and secured their play-off spot, Swansea managed a huge swing to pip Forest to sixth, and Wigan who were relegated in heartbreaking fashion after their 12-point deduction.We also hear from Nottingham Forest fan Scott Eley, Barnsley fan Joe Beardsall and West Brom fan Alex Newton on a remarkable night for their clubs - all in very different ways.They also look ahead to the play-offs, and the latest movements in the managerial merry-go-round in the Championship.
7/23/2020 • 56 minutes, 15 seconds
Wigan worries, Bees buzzing & table tightening
Sky Sports EFL reporter Jonathan Oakes is joined by pundit Andy Hinchcliffe and commentator Gary Weaver to discuss all the latest news in the Championship - including Wigan going into administration, the tightening relegation scrap and the promotion battle.The panel assess Wigan's Stoke's troubled form, Huddersfield's big win at Birmingham and Luton and Barnsley's improved form in their fight for survival.At the top of the table, West Brom and Fulham got back to winning ways, Brentford are on the march, Derby have risen into play-off contention and Leeds stumbled against Luton.We also hear from Wigan fan Adam Pendlebury, Stoke fan Ben Rowley and Brentford fan Billy Grant on the latest issues impacting upon their clubs.Attention then turns to the League Two play-off final, after Northampton thumped Exeter at Wembley, Bolton's appointment of Ian Evatt and Sol Campbell's departure from Southend.
7/2/2020 • 50 minutes, 29 seconds
The Championship returns! Warnock in, Woodgate out & L2 play-offs
Sky Sports EFL presenter Jonathan Oakes is joined by Scott Minto and Don Goodman to discuss the first weekend back of the Championship, following a huge result for Brentford and a poor result for Leeds, which may well shake things up in the promotion race. West Brom also went top despite failing to beat Birmingham on Saturday.The panel also discuss the managerial change at Middlesbrough - the dismissal of Jonathan Woodgate and the swift appointment of Neil Warnock, and take a look at the battle to avoid relegation, after a massive win for Charlton at Hull, and a big win for Barnsley.Attention then turns to the League Two play-off semi-finals, after Exeter squeezed through to the final by beating Colchester in extra-time. They will face Northampton at Wembley next Monday after the Cobblers stunned Cheltenham.
6/23/2020 • 56 minutes, 53 seconds
At home with... Hull: Grant McCann
In the latest of a series of wide-ranging chats with Championship stars, Gary Weaver and Lee Hendrie speak to Hull City boss Grant McCann about losing key players, play-off heartache, transitioning into the role of a manager and much, much more!
6/15/2020 • 33 minutes, 5 seconds
League One and League Two curtailment fallout, Championship return draws closer!
Sky Sports EFL presenter Jonathan Oakes is joined by Gary Weaver and Danny Higginbotham to discuss all the latest developments in the Championship, League One and League Two.The panel discuss the fallout from the decisive vote to curtail the League One and League Two seasons, and the impact that will have upon different clubs throughout the divisions.They then look ahead to the imminent League One and League Two play-offs, before assessing all the latest developments in the Championship, after the schedule was released for the return from June 20.
6/11/2020 • 1 hour, 22 seconds
At home with... QPR: Mark Warburton
In the latest of a series of wide-ranging chats with Championship stars, Gary Weaver and Keith Andrews speak to QPR boss Mark Warburton about Ebere Eze, his life before football management, taking charge of Rangers in Scotland and much, much more!
6/8/2020 • 33 minutes, 9 seconds
At home with...Blackburn: Bradley Dack and Danny Graham
In the latest of a series of wide-ranging chats with Championship stars, Gary Weaver and Keith Andrews speak to Blackburn duo Bradley Dack and Danny Graham about Sunday League, recovering from injuries, David Beckham and much, much more!
6/4/2020 • 25 minutes, 46 seconds
What's next for the EFL? Championship, League One & League Two
Sky Sports EFL presenter Jonathan Oakes is joined by David Prutton and Keith Andrews to discuss all the latest developments surrounding the imminent restart of the Championship, and what the latest state of play is in League One and League Two.
6/2/2020 • 1 hour, 20 seconds
At home with... West Brom: Slaven Bilic
In the latest of a series of wide-ranging chats with Championship stars, Scott Minto and Don Goodman speak to West Brom boss Slaven Bilic about life in the Championship, pushing for promotion and his remarkable career so far. and much, much more!
6/1/2020 • 25 minutes, 35 seconds
At home with... Preston: Daniel Johnson and Paul Gallagher
In the latest of a series of wide-ranging chats with Championship stars, Gary Weaver and Andy Hinchcliffe speak to Preston duo Daniel Johnson and Paul Gallagher about penalties, the play-offs, veterans and much, much more!
5/28/2020 • 26 minutes, 17 seconds
EFL future stars: Joe Rodon, Grady Diangana & Bryan Mbeumo
Sky Sports take a look at three future stars of the English game that are currently plying their trade in the Championship.In this episode... David Craig is joined by Andy Hinchcliffe and Danny Higginbotham to discuss Swansea defender Joe Rodon.Scott Minto is then joined by Keith Andrews and Lee Hendrie to assess winger Grady Diangana, who is currently on loan at West Brom from West Ham.Finally, David Prutton is joined by Don Goodman and Hinchcliffe to take a look at Brentford forward Bryan Mbeumo.
5/25/2020 • 39 minutes, 29 seconds
What's next for the EFL? Championship, League One & League Two
Sky Sports EFL presenter Jonathan Oakes is joined by Andy Hinchcliffe and Don Goodman to discuss all the latest developments surrounding the potential restart of the Football League, what each division is planning to do and which clubs each potential scenario or decision could impact upon.
5/22/2020 • 49 minutes, 55 seconds
At home with... Stoke: Danny Batth and Sam Vokes
In the latest of a series of wide-ranging chats with Championship stars, Jonathan Oakes and Danny Higginbotham speak Stoke City pair Danny Batth and Sam Vokes about 'bouncebackability', boss Michael O'Neill, gelling as a squad, learning from past experience and much, much more!
5/21/2020 • 30 minutes, 57 seconds
At home with... Huddersfield: The Cowley brothers
In the latest of a series of wide-ranging chats with Championship stars, Jonathan Oakes and Andy Hinchcliffe speak to Huddersfield duo Danny and Nicky Cowley about rising up through the leagues, working with family and playing Championship Manager.
5/18/2020 • 24 minutes, 39 seconds
At home with... Cardiff: Sol Bamba and Junior Hoilett
In the latest of a series of wide-ranging chats with Championship stars, Gary Weaver and Andy Hinchcliffe speak to Cardiff pair Sol Bamba and Junior Hoilett about regrouping after relegation, Neil Warnock's departure, playing with Mauricio Pochettino and much, much more!
5/14/2020 • 25 minutes, 54 seconds
EFL future stars: Ben White, Rhian Brewster & Conor Gallagher
Sky Sports take a look at three future stars of the English game that are currently plying their trade in the Championship on loan from Premier League clubs.In this episode... David Prutton is joined by Andy Hinchcliffe and Keith Andrews to discuss Leeds defender Ben White, who is currently on loan from Brighton.Scott Minto is then joined by Andrews and Don Goodman to discuss Swansea striker Rhian Brewster, who is currently on loan from Liverpool.Finally, Prutton, Andrews and Hinchcliffe discuss Swansea midfielder Conor Gallagher, who is currently on loan from Chelsea.
Sky Sports take a look at three future stars of the English game that are currently plying their trade in the Championship.In this episode... Scott Minto is joined by Don Goodman and Danny Higginbotham to analyse QPR's Ebere Eze.Minto is then joined by former Birmingham boss Gary Rowett and Keith Andrews to assess Jude Bellingham.Finally, Minto, Goodman and Higginbotham take a look at West Brom defender Nathan Ferguson.
5/7/2020 • 37 minutes, 39 seconds
At home with... Fulham and Millwall: Tom Cairney and Matt Smith
In the latest of a series of wide-ranging chats with Championship stars, Jonathan Oakes and Gary Weaver speak to Fulham midfielder Tom Cairney and Millwall striker Matt Smith about friendship, the madness of the Championship, playing football with Jack Whitehall and much, much more!
5/4/2020 • 26 minutes, 9 seconds
At home with... Swansea: Steve Cooper
In the latest of a series of wide-ranging chats with Championship stars, David Craig and Andy Hinchcliffe speak to Swansea boss Steve Cooper about his first season in club management, developing young players, loan stars and much, much more!
4/30/2020 • 31 minutes, 33 seconds
At home with... Brentford: Ollie Watkins and Ethan Pinnock
In the latest of a series of wide-ranging chats with Championship stars, Scott Minto and Don Goodman speak to Brentford pair Ollie Watkins and Ethan Pinnock about their rise up from the lower leagues, their Premier League dreams, Thomas Frank and much, much more!
4/27/2020 • 24 minutes, 56 seconds
At home with... Charlton: Lee Bowyer
In the latest of a series of wide-ranging chats with Championship stars, Gary Weaver and Scott Minto speak to Charlton boss Lee Bowyer about the issues currently facing the club, his managerial style and influences, Lyle Taylor and much, much more!
4/23/2020 • 25 minutes, 22 seconds
At Home With... Derby: Liam Rosenior and Curtis Davies
In the latest of a series of wide-ranging chats with Championship stars, Jonathan Oakes and David Prutton speak to Derby County pair Liam Rosenior and Curtis Davies about coaching versus punditry, the impact of Wayne Rooney, their hopes for the season and much, much more!
4/20/2020 • 40 minutes, 19 seconds
At home with… Bristol City: Lee Johnson
In the latest of a series of wide-ranging chats with Championship stars, Gary Weaver and Keith Andrews speak to Bristol City boss Lee Johnson about his managerial philosophies, training with popstars, his hopes for the season and much, much more!
4/16/2020 • 34 minutes, 17 seconds
At home with... Nottingham Forest: Matty Cash and Michael Dawson
In the latest of a series of wide-ranging chats with Championship stars, David Prutton and Don Goodman speak to Nottingham Forest players Matty Cash and Michael Dawson about Sabri Lamouchi, Cafu, their highlights and lowlights of the season so far and much, much more!
4/13/2020 • 30 minutes, 49 seconds
At home with... Leeds United: Phillips, Ayling and Cooper
In the first of a series of wide-ranging chats with Championship stars, Jonathan Oakes and David Prutton speak to Leeds United players Kalvin Phillips, Liam Cooper and Luke Ayling about Marcelo Bielsa, their highlights and lowlights of the season so far, great goals, red cards, their hopes of promotion and much, much more!
4/9/2020 • 41 minutes, 58 seconds
Championship Team of the Season so far - Part 2
In a special two-part Sky Sports EFL Podcast, our experts discuss their Championship Team of the Season for 2019/20 so far.Every pundit chose their own XI and using their votes we sorted them into a definitive team. In this episode we have got Don Goodman, Andy Hinchcliffe and Scott Minto chatting to Jonathan Oakes about their choices for midfield, attack and Manager of the Season. We also reveal the definitive side.
4/6/2020 • 52 minutes, 33 seconds
Championship Team of the Season so far - Part 1
In a special two-part Sky Sports EFL Podcast, our experts discuss their Championship Team of the Season for 2019/20 so far.Every pundit chose their own XI and using their votes we sorted them into a definitive team - which you can hear in part two. In this episode we have got David Prutton, Keith Andrews and commentator Gary Weaver chatting to Jonathan Oakes about their choice for goalkeeper, plus the defence and the Manager of the Season so far.
4/6/2020 • 42 minutes, 27 seconds
Forest chopped down, Owls in freefall, Nahki Wells takes Ten To tackle
On this week's Sky Sports EFL Podcast, Jonathan Oakes is joined by Andy Hinchcliffe as they assess the weekend's Championship action, as Leeds went top, Nottingham Forest were hammered at home by Millwall, and the tension increased in the relegation battle after Middlesbrough won at Charlton among other results.Bristol City striker Nahki Wells then takes on Ten To Tackle as he reveals his hero growing up, an unlikely link to Barcelona and his special skills, and then on to League One, as more pressure piled up on Ipswich boss Paul Lambert, Coventry extended their lead and Peterborough beat Portsmouth.Attention then turns to League Two after Crewe moved top, Exeter slipped up again and Colchester bolstered their play-off chances.All that and much, much more!
3/9/2020 • 49 minutes, 51 seconds
Prutton's predicted Championship table, Michael Dawson takes Ten To Tackle
On this week's Sky Sports EFL Podcast, we assess all the weekend's action from the Championship, including a thumping win for Leeds, a battling victory for Fulham and a shock defeat for West Brom against Wigan. We then put the Ten To Tackle challenge to Nottingham Forest defender Michael Dawson, before his former team-mate and Sky Sports presenter David Prutton - who predicts the Championship fixtures every week - talks us through what the table would look like if all his tips came true.Attention then turns to all the League One action, after Coventry went top following a win over Sunderland, and League Two, where we discuss another win for Cheltenham and a frustrating week for Oldham that ended in an emphatic and much-needed win at Boundary Park.All that and much, much more!
3/2/2020 • 1 hour, 4 minutes, 16 seconds
Are WBA and Leeds heading up? Tom Cairney chats Fulham
On this week's Sky Sports EFL Podcast, Don Goodman joins Jonathan Oakes to assess all the key talking points from the weekend in the Championship, as West Brom and Leeds began to pull away again, the play-off race got even tighter and the relegation battle took another twist.Oakes then speaks to Tom Cairney to discuss all things Fulham, and Blackburn striker Adam Armstrong - fresh from scoring twice at Brentford - answers our questions in Ten To Tackle.We also assess all the action from League One and League Two, after Fleetwood's good form continued, Ipswich dipped again, Northampton beat Exeter and Cambridge's recent revival went on.All that and much, much more!
2/24/2020 • 41 minutes, 32 seconds
Joe Lolley chats all things Forest, Jonny Williams takes on Ten To Tackle and weekend review
On this week's Sky Sports EFL Podcast, we assess all the major talking points from the Championship as Leeds bounced back, Fulham were humbled and West Brom were held by Nottingham Forest.Forest midfielder Joe Lolley then discusses his ambitions to help the club win promotion, before attention turns to League One and League Two - including the latest managerials comings and goings after Simon Grayson was sacked by Blackpool and Graham Westley left Stevenage.We round things off with Jonny Williams taking Ten To Tackle, as the Charlton midfielder reveals all.All that and much, much more!
2/17/2020 • 44 minutes, 42 seconds
The Championship promotion plot thickens, James Coppinger's mental health story & Martyn Waghorn's Ten To Tackle
On this week's Sky Sports EFL Podcast, we take a look at the latest shape of the promotion race after some big results at the weekend, including wins for West Brom, Fulham and Brentford, while Nottingham Forest got back on track with victory over Leeds.We then speak to Derby striker Martyn Waghorn after his side won again - as he takes Ten To Tackle - and Jonathan Oakes sits down with James Coppinger to discuss his mental health story for the EFL's Heads Up awareness campaign.Attention then turns to League One, with Rotherham, Peterborough and Portsmouth among the sides to impress, and Ipswich and Oxford slipping again; and League Two after Stuart McCall returned to Bradford with a draw, another win for Crewe, and whether Salford's January signings can fire them into the play-offs.All that and much, much more!
2/10/2020 • 59 minutes, 24 seconds
Deadline Day verdict, Rooney’s impact, Jordan Hugill takes Ten To Tackle
On this week's Sky Sports EFL Podcast, we wrap up all the latest news from the Championship, League One and League Two, including a review of the weekend's action and all the major deals done in January and on Deadline Day.We also assess the impact of Wayne Rooney following his first goals for Derby, QPR striker Jordan Hugill takes on Ten To Tackle, and reveal the WhoScored.com Performers of the Week.
2/3/2020 • 50 minutes, 51 seconds
Phil Parkinson chats all things Sunderland, Sam Vokes Ten To Tackle, transfer latest
On this week's Sky Sports EFL Podcast, we assess all the weekend's action, including West Brom's surprise FA Cup win at West Ham and whether that can help improve their stuttering Championship promotion push.We then look at Stoke after their impressive recent weeks over the Baggies and Swansea, and the impact Michael O'Neill has had there, before Sam Vokes answers our questions in Ten To Tackle.Attention then turns to League One and League Two sides, including all the weekend's FA Cup action after a bizarre 'home game' for Coventry against Birmingham, Shrewsbury's impressive draw with Liverpool, and Ipswich heading back to the top of the table.We also have an exclusive interview with Sunderland boss Phil Parkinson following their recent upturn in fortunes.New episodes every Monday!
1/27/2020 • 52 minutes, 6 seconds
Are Leeds falling apart? Championship fans tell us their January window wishes
1/20/2020 • 1 hour, 17 seconds
Ian Holloway, top two stumble, Brentford's BMW
On this week's Sky Sports EFL Podcast we look back on the weekend's action after another stumble from the leading Championship pair of West Brom and Leeds, and ask whether Brentford or anyone else can catch them, then the bottom of the table and a difficult period for Huddersfield and Luton.Attention then turns to League One and Sunderland's return to form as they thrashed Wycombe, some of the most interesting deals done so far in the EFL and Southend's troubles. Then it's League Two and the continuation of the Eoin Doyle saga, as he returned to Bradford after his loan spell at Swindon, and a round-up of all the other action.The legend that is Ian Holloway then joins us on the phone to chat about his new job at Grimsby, before Brentford midfielder Christian Norgaard takes the Ten To Tackle challenge. And we round things off with the WhoScored.com Performers of the Week.
1/13/2020 • 51 minutes, 32 seconds
Football Manager predicts the Championship table, festive winners and losers
On this week's Sky Sports EFL Podcast we chat about the action-packed festive season, and our friends at Football Manager simulate the final Championship table to see who comes out on top and who could go down.Also, Cardiff defender Sol Bamba takes the Ten To Tackle challenge as he tells us his most embarrassing moment in football among other things, and we also recap all the action in League One and League Two.We round things off with the WhoScored.com best performers of the festive season across all three leagues.
1/6/2020 • 50 minutes, 53 seconds
Wayne Rooney exclusive: Derby hopes, Championship debut, returning to England and more
Wayne Rooney speaks exclusively to Sky Sports ahead of his upcoming debut for Derby. The former England and Manchester United captain discusses his reasons for returning to English football, his coaching and managerial ambitions and his hopes for success with the Rams.We also chat to Derby captain Curtis Davies about Rooney has already brought to the club, and Sky Sports EFL presenter Scott Minto about his excitment to see Rooney in the Championship.
12/30/2019 • 22 minutes, 26 seconds
EFL Christmas stories & Championship Team of the Decade
Listen to the brand new Sky Sports EFL Podcast, as famous names from around the EFL tell us their best Christmas stories, we pick a Championship Team of the Decade, and reveal who Sky Sports readers voted as the best young player in the Championship.Leeds midfielder Kalvin Phillips chats to Jonathan Oakes about what Christmas means to him and his family, then Brentford defender Pontus Jansson discusses the differences in spending the festive season in England and in his native Sweden.We then hear from Huddersfield's Tommy Elphick on what it's like to organise Christmas as a club captain, and what it's like to be injured at Christmas as a player. David Prutton then reveals what it was like to be a Football League player in a slightly different era, and how his routine has changed since retiring and becoming a Sky Sports presenter, and Wycombe striker Adebayo Akinfenwa reveals his Christmas food habits.Prutton and Don Goodman then face the impossible task of picking their Championship Team of the Decade with EFL reporter Simeon Gholam, and we announce who you voted as the Championship's best player aged 22 or under.
12/23/2019 • 38 minutes, 6 seconds
Who is the best youngster in the Championship? Charlie Austin's VAR rant regrets
Listen to the brand new Sky Sports EFL Podcast, as we take a look back on all the weekend's action, Charlie Austin tells us why he regrets his infamous rant about VAR and we discuss the best young players in the Championship.Don Goodman joins presenter Jonathan Oakes to look back on another entertaining round of fixtures from the Championship, as West Brom came from behind to win again, Leeds threw away a three-goal lead against Cardiff, but many of the chasing pack dropped points.The podcast then sits down with West Brom striker Austin following his heroics against Birmingham on Saturday, as he takes the Ten To Tackle challenge, before Sky Sports pundits Keith Andrews and Jobi McAnuff tell us their picks for the best young player in the Championship.Attention then turns to League One and League Two, after Wycombe and Swindon extended their respective leads, Mansfield sacked manager John Dempster, the 'Ginger Pele' Eoin Doyle scored yet again and Graham Westley returned to Stevenage as manager for a remarkable fourth stint.We also have fans from Fulham, Sheffield Wednesday, Millwall, Barnsley and Swindon assessing their club's respective recent performances, and to round things off, we reveal the WhoScored.com performers of the week from the Championship, League One and League Two.
12/16/2019 • 39 minutes, 14 seconds
Ollie Watkins chats all things Brentford, Patrick Bamford's 'embarrassing moment'
Listen to the brand new Sky Sports EFL Podcast, as we assess whether anyone can catch runaway Championship pair West Brom and Leeds, while we speak to Brentford star Ollie Watkins, Patrick Bamford takes Ten To Tackle, and Andy Hinchcliffe looks back on all the action in the Championship, League One and League Two.West Brom and Leeds won again at the weekend and Hinchcliffe questions whether anyone can keep up with their pace, while the impressive performances of Matheus Pereira are also assessed. Hinchcliffe and presenter Jonathan Oakes also look at Preston's troubling results lately, and Jarrod Bowen's goal-scoring displays for Hull.The podcast then sits down with Ollie Watkins to discuss his incredible form for Brentford this season, and Leeds striker Patrick Bamford takes on Ten To Tackle.Attention then turns to League One and League Two. Coventry and Ipswich will meet three times in 10 days, Rochdale stunned Rotherham and Swindon are still top of the fourth tier, Scunthorpe's improvements under Paul Hurst and Cheltenham's fine form under Michael Duff.To round things off, we reveal the WhoScored.com performers of the week from the Championship, League One and League Two.
12/9/2019 • 51 minutes, 59 seconds
Nathan Jones interview on Stoke struggles, Championship review and sorry Sunderland
Keith Andrews joins Jonathan Oakes to look back on all the weekend's action after big wins for Leeds and Brentford, and a return to winning ways for Mark Bowen's Reading. We also have Charlton legend Chris Powell chatting about the club's takeover after owner Roland Duchatelet finally decided to agree to sell.The podcast then sits down with Nathan Jones to discuss his difficult tenure at Stoke, which ended with his sacking last month, and whether the Potters can stay up under Michael O'Neill.Andrews and Oakes then assess Sunderland's struggles under Phil Parkinson in League One, and Carlisle's appointment of new head coach Chris Beech.To round things off, we reveal the WhoScored.com performers of the week from the Championship, and Sheffield Wednesday striker Steven Fletcher takes 'Ten To Tackle'.
12/2/2019 • 48 minutes, 35 seconds
Kalvin Phillips chats all things Leeds and Lee Bowyer's Charlton future in doubt?
We sit down with Leeds midfielder Kalvin Phillips to discuss if he's really the Yorkshire Pirlo, Scott Minto joins us to discuss Lee Bowyer's future at Charlton and we check out the WhoScored performances of the week.
11/25/2019 • 50 minutes, 31 seconds
Neil Harris joins us from Cardiff, Bayo Akinfenwa takes Ten To Tackle!
Neil Harris joins us for his first interview since becoming Cardiff manager, 'The Beast' Adebayo Akinfenwa takes on Ten To Tackle, we look at the latest goings on in Leagues One & Two and we preview this week's big Championship action.
11/18/2019 • 50 minutes, 59 seconds
Gareth Ainsworth exclusive, Lewis Grabban takes Ten To Tackle, EFL review
Sky Sports' EFL expert Andy Hinchcliffe joins Jonathan Oakes to discuss Stoke's appointment of Michael O'Neill, Nottingham Forest's win over rivals Derby and the future of Neil Warnock at Cardiff. Plus, Wycombe manager Gareth Ainsworth explains his decision to stay at Adams Park and Forest striker Lewis Grabban takes on Ten To Tackle.