Coventry City bounced back with a 3-1 win over Sheffield United, extending their lead at the top of the Championship to four points. After a defeat to Wrexham, Frank Lampard’s side showed resilience.
Former Sky Blues defender Sam McCallum put Sheffield United ahead, but Tatsuhiro Sakamoto equalized. Bobby Thomas and Brandon Thomas-Asante secured the win for Coventry.
Middlesbrough missed a chance to stay close to Coventry after Luke Ayling’s late goal salvaged a draw against Leicester City. Jordan Ayew had put Leicester ahead before Ayling’s heroics.
Stoke City climbed above Middlesbrough with a 3-0 win over Oxford United. Lewis Baker scored twice and assisted Steven Nzoni’s goal, while Charlton Athletic moved into the playoff places with a late winner against West Bromwich Albion.
Coventry’s win marked their first comeback victory since December 2024, while Sheffield United have struggled on the road. Stoke’s solid away form is reminiscent of their success in the 2021-22 season.
