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Huge shock! Sullivan resigns as West Ham chairman over historic allegations

David Sullivan has resigned as West Ham chairman and director with immediate effect after learning that what he described as "factually incorrect and entirely false" historic allegations about his personal life were due to be published. The long-serving Hammers chief said he was stepping aside to avoid becoming a distraction during a crucial period for the club.

Middlesbrough v Southampton - Sky Bet Championship Play-Off Semi-Final First Leg

Southampton sign Bayern keeper

Southampton have completed the permanent signing of goalkeeper Daniel Peretz from Bayern Munich on a four-year contract for a reported £6 million fee. The Israeli international enjoyed a successful loan spell on the south coast last season, playing an instrumental role in securing a Championship play-off position before the club’s subsequent disqualification.

Arsenal close to signing 16-year-old Leicester winger

Arsenal are closing in on a deal to sign Leicester City’s highly-rated teenager Jeremy Monga ahead of rival Premier League suitors. The top-flight champions have made the 16-year-old winger a priority summer target as they look to aggressively bolster their ranks with the finest young domestic talent available in the country.

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Will it happen this week? Bayern player's departure appears imminent

Bayern Munich are set to make goalkeeper Daniel Peretz's departure permanent, according to the Daily Echo.

Burnley v Manchester City - Premier League

Ex-England Walker names THREE World Cup squad calls Tuchel got wrong

Recently retired England stalwart Kyle Walker has cast doubt on Thomas Tuchel’s maiden tournament squad by naming three players he believes were unfairly omitted. The 36-year-old, who earned 96 caps for the Three Lions, suggested that the German manager has taken a massive gamble on the fitness and form of his defensive line.

Fulham v Southampton - Emirates FA Cup Fifth Round

‘You legend’ - Spygate message leaked from Southampton saga

Southampton's dramatic fall from the Championship play-offs has been further illuminated by the release of damning evidence regarding their widespread spying operation. Leaked WhatsApp messages have exposed the culture under head coach Tonda Eckert, where junior staff members felt forced to monitor secret training sessions of rival clubs. The saga, which culminated in the Saints being thrown out of the promotion race, continues to haunt St Mary's as the full extent of the "top-down" plan is finally made public.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
1	Coventry City	46	28	11	7	97	45	52	95	W W W D D
2	Ipswich Town	46	23	15	8	80	47	33	84	W D D W D
3	Millwall	46	24	11	11	64	49	15	83	W D W W D
4	Southampton	46	22	14	10	82	56	26	80	W D D W W
5	Middlesbrough	46	22	14	10	72	47	25	80	D W W D L

Pos

Team

+/-

PTS

Form

Coventry City

W
W
W
D
D

Ipswich Town

W
D
D
W
D

Millwall

W
D
W
W
D

Southampton

W
D
D
W
W

Middlesbrough

D
W
W
D
L

Frequently asked questions

Who has won the most Championship titles?

Leicester City, with eight second tier league titles to their name, are the most successful Championship side in history. Their most recent triumph came at the end of the 2023-24 camapign, while their first-ever title came in the 1924-25 season.

How many teams are in the Championship?

The Championship is the second division of the English football system and is currently contested by 24 teams. The second tier began with 12 teams in 1892, before expanding to 16 in 1894, 20 in 1905, and 24 in 1988.

Who has made the most Championship appearances ever?

With 526 appearances while representing six different clubs, Ghanaian winger Albert Adomah is Championship's record holder for most appearances.

Who is the all-time top scorer of the Championship?

English striker Billy Sharp is the leading goalscorer of all-time in the Championship, finding the back of the net 130 times in 410 appearances. Sharp played for Hull City, Sheffield United, Leeds United, Doncaster Rovers, Reading, Nottingham Forest, and Southampton.

Who is the youngest player ever in the Championship and how old was he?

English-born Grenadian winger Reuben Noble-Lazarus is the youngest player ever to feature in a Championship game. Noble-Lazarus was just 15 years and 45 days old when he made his debut for Barnsley away at Ipswich Town in 2008.

Which famous players have played in the Championship?

Jamie Vardy, Gareth Bale, James Maddison, John Stones, and Darren Bent are some of the most iconic players to have played in the Championship.

Which famous managers have managed in the Championship?

Marcelo Bielsa, Rafa Benitez and Neil Warnock are among the Championship's most famous managers.

What is the biggest stadium in the Championship?

The Stadium of Light, which is Sunderland's stadium, is the biggest Championship stadium with a capacity of almost 49,000.

Who is the most expensive player in the history of the Championship?

Belgian footballer Mike Tresor is the most expensive player in Championship history. Burnley bought him from Genk for £16 million in 2024.