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.

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Where to watch and live stream English Championship soccer

An all-you-need-to-know guide on how to watch every Championship game broadcast live throughout the season

The English Championship is one of the most popular leagues in the world. It constantly rivals some of the European top flights due to the thrills it provides. Its popularity surged in the US thanks to teams like Wrexham with well-renowned owners.

The traditional clubs slogging it out for promotion lead to nail-biting races that go to the final day and serve ultimate drama. With exciting talent breaking through every year and top managers trying their hand at the league, it has become a must-watch.

GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch the next English Championship game.

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Where to watch the English Championship for free

CBS Sports Network acquired the exclusive English-language rights to the entire EFL ecosystem recently. This makes their streaming service, Paramount+, the go-to destination for each and every Championship game this season. Paramount+ offers a free trial to its new users, allowing them to pick and watch their favourite team's next game for free.

Select games air on the free CBS Sports Golazo Network, which makes it a feasible option for the fans to watch the English Championship for free.

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Where to watch the English Championship around the world

Paramount+ is the exclusive home of the English Championship in the US. For the rest of the world, check out the table below. Broadcasters listed are for EFL Championship games.

Country	Broadcaster
Canada	DAZN
Caribbean	ESPN/Disney+
LATAM	ESPN/Disney+
Germany	Sky DE
UK	Sky Sports
Netherlands	Viaplay
Indian sub-continent	Fancode
MENA	BeIN Sports
Oceania	BeIN Sports

If you're abroad and want to watch the latest Championship game, you do so by accessing streaming services ordinarily geo-blocked to a specific location by using a Virtual Private Network.

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Where to buy the English Championship tickets

For fans seeking tickets to sold-out games or specific fixtures, StubHub offers a reliable resale platform. StubHub provides a wide selection of English Championship tickets for all price points, ensuring fans can find seats for matches across the UK. All tickets on StubHub are backed by a 100% guarantee, offering peace of mind for buyers.

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Where to buy the English Championship kits

For fans looking to show their support in style, Fanatics offers an extensive range of official English Championship kits. Shop authentic home, away, and third shirts from your favourite club, all available directly from Fanatics.com - your trusted source for genuine football merchandise.

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Frequently asked questions

: 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.
: 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.
: With 526 appearances while representing six different clubs, Ghanaian winger Albert Adomah is Championship's record holder for most appearances.
: 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.
: 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.
: Jamie Vardy, Gareth Bale, James Maddison, John Stones, and Darren Bent are some of the most iconic players to have played in the Championship.
: Marcelo Bielsa, Rafa Benitez and Neil Warnock are among the Championship's most famous managers.
: The Stadium of Light, which is Sunderland's stadium, is the biggest Championship stadium with a capacity of almost 49,000.
: Belgian footballer Mike Tresor is the most expensive player in Championship history. Burnley bought him from Genk for £16 million in 2024.