- Sheffield United are leading, ahead by two points of Leeds and Burnley
- Coventry in fifth place is just two points away from eighth-placed Bristol City
- Cardiff, Luton, and Plymouth are currently in the relegation zone
Only seven games are left in the Championship season as teams battle for automatic promotion, playoff spots, and avoiding relegation.
Blackburn will kick off the weekend against Middlesbrough on Friday night, followed by a busy Saturday with 11 matches in the second tier.
Blackburn vs Middlesbrough (Friday, 8pm)
Blackburn's chances of making the playoffs are diminishing with a winless streak of six games under new head coach Valerien Ismael. Facing an in-form Middlesbrough, the Ewood Park team is unlikely to break the rut.
Score prediction: Blackburn 1-2 Middlesbrough
Coventry vs Burnley (Saturday, 12.30pm)
Although Coventry lost to league leaders Sheffield United in their last match, they have a strong record at home, winning four consecutive games. They are expected to put up a fight against promotion hopefuls Burnley.
Score prediction: Coventry 1-1 Burnley
Luton vs Leeds (Saturday, 12.30pm)
Despite being near the bottom, Luton has shown improvement with three wins in their last five matches. They could pose a challenge to high-flying Leeds, who have struggled recently.
Score prediction: Luton 2-2 Leeds
West Brom vs Sunderland (Saturday, 12.30pm)
Expect a draw between fifth-placed West Brom, known for their draws, and Sunderland, who have lost just one of their previous five games.
Score prediction: West Brom 1-1 Sunderland
Bristol City vs Watford (Saturday, 3pm)
Bristol City, in the playoff mix, have been strong at home, losing only three of their 19 Championship matches this season. They are likely to overcome Watford, who have struggled to secure wins lately.
Score prediction: Bristol City 2-0 Watford
Millwall vs Portsmouth (Saturday, 3pm)
Millwall is aiming for a playoff spot and should continue their good home form by defeating Portsmouth, who have struggled on the road, losing 10 of their last 11 away fixtures.
Score prediction: Millwall 3-0 Portsmouth
Oxford vs Sheffield United (Saturday, 3pm)
Oxford's form has been poor with only one win in their last 11 games. They are unlikely to challenge league leaders Sheffield United, who are chasing their seventh consecutive away victory.
Score prediction: Oxford 1-2 Sheffield United
Plymouth vs Norwich (Saturday, 3pm)
Plymouth is fighting for survival and could secure at least a point against Norwich, who struggle away from home and have a tendency to score and concede goals consistently.
Score prediction: Plymouth 2-2 Norwich
Preston vs Stoke (Saturday, 3pm)
Preston has drawn the most home games in the Championship this season. After a disappointing week, they might settle for a draw against struggling Stoke in what is not expected to be a thrilling encounter.
Score prediction: Preston 0-0 Stoke
QPR vs Cardiff (Saturday, 3pm)
QPR's recent form has been poor, earning just one point from their last six matches. They face a Cardiff side looking to push them closer to the relegation battle, especially after Cardiff's away win against Blackburn.
Score prediction: QPR 1-2 Cardiff
Sheffield Wednesday vs Hull City(Saturday, 3pm)
Sheffield Wednesday's off-field issues have impacted their performance, as they are winless in six home games. They could struggle against a Hull side fighting for survival.
Score prediction: Sheffield Wednesday 1-3 Hull City
Swansea vs Derby (Saturday, 3pm)
Derby has won four consecutive games to climb out of the relegation zone, but their away form is a concern. A draw against Swansea is a likely outcome.
Score prediction: Swansea 0-0 Derby