It’s been a bumpy and long road back for the Hatters since their relegation in 2007. Three points and it will mark a special evening at Kenilworth Road against Boro, who face being without Randolph, Fry and Friend due to injury.It’s been a bumpy and long road back for the Hatters since their relegation in 2007. Three points and it will mark a special evening at Kenilworth Road against Boro, who face being without Randolph, Fry and Friend due to injury.
It’s been a bumpy and long road back for the Hatters since their relegation in 2007. Three points and it will mark a special evening at Kenilworth Road against Boro, who face being without Randolph, Fry and Friend due to injury.

Ex-Derby boss linked ahead of Sheffield Wednesday opener, Barnsley 'finalise' shock sale while Hull receive Swansea boost; Championship weekend preview

After months without action, the Championship season finally gets underway this weekend with each club hoping to get off to a winning start.
By Jordan Cronin
Published 2nd Aug 2019, 16:23 BST
Updated 2nd Aug 2019, 16:47 BST

Across this evening, Saturday, Sunday and Monday, fans will be treated to a full second-tier fixture list as we prepare ourselves for another season of highs and lows. With some key games to watch out for, we preview the main talking points ahead of this weekend's Championship games. Scroll and click through the pages:

Bolstered by the arrival of Chelsea midfielder Conor Gallagher on loan on Friday, newly-promoted Charlton mark their Championship return against Blackburn, who are expected to have another steady season under Tony Mowbray.

1. Blackburn Rovers v Charlton Athletic

Bolstered by the arrival of Chelsea midfielder Conor Gallagher on loan on Friday, newly-promoted Charlton mark their Championship return against Blackburn, who are expected to have another steady season under Tony Mowbray. Photo: Naomi Baker

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Alex Neil has made no secret of his desire to lead Preston into the play-offs. Indeed, one player who will be pivotal to that is fans favourite David Nugent, however, his second debut is set to be delayed due to a knee injury.

2. Millwall v Preston North End

Alex Neil has made no secret of his desire to lead Preston into the play-offs. Indeed, one player who will be pivotal to that is fans favourite David Nugent, however, his second debut is set to be delayed due to a knee injury. Photo: Alex Livesey

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In Grant McCann's first game in charge, Hull City will be hoping Swansea are suffering a somewhat Oli McBurnie hangover after the striker’s move to Sheffield United. Tom Eaves could also feature for his debut.

3. Swansea City v Hull City

In Grant McCann's first game in charge, Hull City will be hoping Swansea are suffering a somewhat Oli McBurnie hangover after the striker’s move to Sheffield United. Tom Eaves could also feature for his debut. Photo: Stu Forster

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While new Wigan mascot Crusty the Pie has stolen the headlines, number one target Jamal Lowe is expected to play his part against Neil Warnock’s promotion-chasing Cardiff City. Kieffer Moore could watch from the stands.

4. Wigan Athletic v Cardiff City

While new Wigan mascot Crusty the Pie has stolen the headlines, number one target Jamal Lowe is expected to play his part against Neil Warnock’s promotion-chasing Cardiff City. Kieffer Moore could watch from the stands. Photo: UGC

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