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/ 69 days ago

Textor looks at Championship after missing out on Everton

John Textor, the American billionaire with an expanding portfolio, is reportedly looking to acquire a controlling interest in a Championship club. This comes after his recent failed attempt to purchase Everton. The Friedkin Group has just acquired the Toffees. Textor already holds stakes in several clubs worldwide. Thus, he is now aiming to add an […]

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/ 88 days ago

Championship second in attendance worldwide behind Premier League

The EFL Championship has made a significant mark on global soccer, ranking as the second-most attended league in the world during the 2023-24 season. This notable achievement highlights the immense popularity and passionate fanbase that supports soccer across England; from the top-tier Premier League to the lower divisions. A whopping 12.7 million people attended Championship games last […]

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/ 111 days ago

2024/25 EFL Championship predictions: Who gets promoted?

The 2024/25 EFL Championship is underway, and anyone can make predictions for how the table will finish this season. The second tier of English soccer is regularly one of the most competitive and volatile leagues in the world. A team that was close to promotion one season can easily plummet down the table to the […]

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/ 119 days ago

What it's like supporting a lower-league club in the UK

World Soccer Talk writer Euan Walsh takes us on a journey to experience what life is like supporting a lower-league club in the United Kingdom. Walsh is a supporter of Swindon Town in the south of England. Swindon was previously in the Premier League but now finds itself in the fourth tier (League Two). England's […]

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/ 122 days ago

2024/25 EFL Championship preview and predictions

The English Football League (EFL) got underway this weekend, with the action in the Championship kickstarting a weekend of action-packed soccer. England’s second tier is one of the most exciting leagues in the world, and the 2024/2025 edition of the Championship features a host of former Premier League teams. Below, World Soccer Talk writer Conor […]

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/ 125 days ago

EFL to air more games on TV than ever before in US and UK

Soccer is a national obsession of England, and has been ever since the Football League (now the EFL) was created in 1888. The founding members are quite an eclectic bunch. Back then, they were Accrington Stanley (now in the fourth tier), Aston Villa (back in the UEFA Champions League this season), Blackburn Rovers (one of […]

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/ 127 days ago

Why Newcastle are spending $19 million on William Osula

Newcastle United is close to spending $13 million, plus up to $6 million in add-ons, on Sheffield United's 21-year-old striker William Osula. It is rare, if not entirely unprecedented, for an English club outside the Premier League to receive such a lofty fee for a player who is still relatively unproven at any level of […]

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/ 127 days ago

Bundesliga defender says Norwich will be promoted this season

Norwich City begin their third consecutive season in the EFL Championship at Oxford United this weekend. After a sixth-placed finish and elimination in the playoff semi-finals last campaign, they begin the season with a new manager, Johannes Hoff Thorup, and fresh hopes of returning to the Premier League after facing relegation in 2022. Josh Sargent […]

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/ 145 days ago

EFL FAQ: What fans need to know about the new CBS deal

CBS Sports' new deal with the English Football League (EFL) is a breath of fresh air for soccer fans in the United States. While ESPN+ was a big upgrade on the previous rightsholder beIN SPORTS, CBS' new deal is even bigger and better. To break it all down, here's the EFL FAQ to answer your […]

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/ 152 days ago

Leeds finally decide on Elland Road stadium after 20 years saga

Leeds United have secured full ownership of their iconic Elland Road stadium, marking a significant milestone in the club's history. This acquisition comes two decades after the stadium was sold during a period of severe financial difficulty. The move symbolizes the club's recovery. Also, it underscores its commitment to maintaining a deep-rooted connection with its […]

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/ 167 days ago

EFL schedule released; Update on US TV broadcast news

The English Football League (EFL) schedule for the 2024/25 season is out, featuring several intriguing matches among the 72 teams. Consisting of England's second-tier Championship, as well as League One and League Two, the trio of divisions are set to air in England on Sky Sports. The network previously struck a massive $1.1 billion deal […]

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/ 198 days ago

Southampton beat Leeds to secure Premier League promotion

Southampton edged past Leeds United 1-0 at Wembley Stadium on Sunday afternoon in the Championship Playoff Final to secure promotion to the Premier League. Adam Armstrong was the hero on the day as his 24th-minute strike was the difference between the two sides, helping the Saints to regain Premier League status at the first time […]

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/ 199 days ago

Rooney joins 'perfect next step' Plymouth Argyle as manager

Wayne Rooney is set to return to coaching with a deal to manage Plymouth Argyle. The Championship side was searching for a new head coach after firing Ian Foster in April. The Pilgrims were nearly relegated down to League One earlier this month. Nevertheless, a rare victory for the club on the final day of […]

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/ 200 days ago

Championship side Norwich in talks with top young coach

In their hunt for a new manager after David Wagner's firing, Norwich City have begun talks with Will Still, the former head coach of Reims. The 31-year-old Still had discussions at the Canaries' Lotus Training Centre after leaving his role in Ligue 1 earlier this month, BBC say. His visit displays the club's genuine interest, […]

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/ 203 days ago

2024/25 EFL season: Dates to mark in your calendar

It's already time to start counting down the days to the 2024/25 EFL season. The 126th season of the English Football League is sure to be another fascinating campaign. Across the three professional divisions underneath the Premier League, there are plenty of storylines to follow. Massive changes to the clubs in each division through promotion […]