Leeds vs. Ipswich (Saturday, 12.30pm)
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The pick of the action in England's second tier this weekend will take place at Elland Road on Saturday, as Leeds United entertain Ipswich Town in a key clash at the top of the Championship table.
Having both been held to draws last time out, the hosts sit third with a 10-point gap up to their visitors in the automatic promotion places.
We say: Leeds United 2-2 Ipswich Town
We certainly anticipate a tight and high-quality encounter at Elland Road on Saturday between two of the Championship's standout sides and cannot quite pick a winner.
Given the 10-point gap between them, it is Leeds who really require a victory, but Kieran McKenna's men should have what it takes to leave with a share of the spoils.
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Blackburn vs. Watford (Saturday, 3.00pm)
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Blackburn Rovers and Watford meet at Ewood Park on Saturday afternoon each looking for the win that will see them move back into Championship playoff contention.
The two clubs currently sit on the same points in 11th and ninth respectively, five points adrift of sixth-placed Hull City in the standings.
We say: Blackburn Rovers 1-1 Watford
The inconsistency of both teams make this a difficult one to predict. We fancy Watford to make an impression after their recent demolition job of Preston, yet it would not be Blackburn-like if they did not respond to a defeat by getting back on track.
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Leicester vs. Rotherham (Saturday, 3.00pm)
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Teams from opposite ends of the Championship table will do battle at the King Power Stadium on Saturday, as league leaders Leicester City welcome basement side Rotherham United.
The hosts will aim to build on their 13-point lead over third place in the race for promotion, while their visitors find themselves nine points adrift of safety following three straight defeats.
We say: Leicester City 3-0 Rotherham United
With 42 points already separating these sides ahead of the halfway point of the campaign, it is difficult to look past a resounding home win on Saturday.
Given the momentum on their side and the quality in their ranks, Maresca's side should overwhelm the Millers on home turf.
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Middlesbrough vs. West Brom (Saturday, 3.00pm)
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Bringing their attention back to second-tier matters after EFL Cup success in the week, an injury-riddled Middlesbrough will welcome West Bromwich Albion to the Riverside Stadium on Saturday in the Championship.
Boro breezed past Port Vale to reach the last four of the League Cup on Tuesday but have experienced a dip in league form recently, while the Baggies have managed to maintain their spot in the top six as takeover speculation continues to swirl around the club.
We say: Middlesbrough 1-1 West Bromwich Albion
In theory, Middlesbrough should be full of confidence following their EFL Cup success on Tuesday, but a fresh wave of injury concerns threaten to hinder the hosts this weekend.
West Brom have not been at their best since the 2-0 win over Ipswich Town last month, although the Baggies should be good enough for a point at the Riverside.
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Norwich vs. Huddersfield (Saturday, 3.00pm)
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Norwich City will set out to make it five league games unbeaten on Saturday, when they welcome Huddersfield Town to Carrow Road.
An upturn in form has seen the hosts climb up to 10th spot in the Championship table, while their visitors sit 21st with just a two-point lead over the relegation zone heading into the halfway point of the season.
We say: Norwich City 2-1 Huddersfield Town
Norwich City certainly look improved in recent weeks under Wagner, and aiming to move closer to the playoff places and make it five games unbeaten, we fancy them to come out on top at home to the struggling Terriers.
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Plymouth vs. Birmingham (Saturday, 3.00pm)
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Beginning life without the management of Steven Schumacher, Plymouth Argyle will welcome Wayne Rooney's Birmingham City to their Home Park fortress on Saturday afternoon in the Championship.
The Pilgrims will be under interim stewardship from the dugout as they aim to build on a win over Rotherham United last weekend, while Blues are looking to respond following defeat at the hands of Leicester City on Monday night.
We say: Plymouth Argyle 1-1 Birmingham City
Saturday's match will be a real test of Plymouth's character following the departure of fans' favourite Schumacher in the build-up, but the Pilgrims should be confident of earning a win regardless.
Birmingham's high pressing could unsettle for the hosts in the early stages, and we reckon that Rooney's men will battle to an away point this weekend.
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QPR vs. Southampton (Saturday, 3.00pm)
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Southampton make the trip to Queens Park Rangers on Saturday afternoon looking for the win that may keep the pressure on second-placed Ipswich Town.
At a time when the Saints sit in fourth position in the Championship standings, QPR are down in 22nd spot, two points adrift of safety.
We say: Queens Park Rangers 1-3 Southampton
With QPR facing their first bit of trouble under their new management, this feels like an important fixture. However, Southampton are one of the worst opponents that they could possibly face, leading us to predict a ruthless away victory.
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Sheff Weds vs. Cardiff (Saturday, 3.00pm)
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Sheffield Wednesday will set out to continue their climb towards safety at the bottom end of the Championship table on Saturday, when they welcome Cardiff City to Hillsborough.
The hosts have climbed to within six points of 21st place with an improved run in recent weeks, while their visitors have dropped to 12th spot as a result of a tricky patch.
We say: Sheffield Wednesday 2-1 Cardiff City
Sheffield Wednesday are quickly gaining momentum in their bid to defy all odds and climb out of the bottom three, and we back Danny Rohl's men to continue their impressive run with home advantage against a Cardiff side who are slipping down the Championship table.
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Stoke vs. Millwall (Saturday, 3.00pm)
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Stoke City and Millwall square off at the bet365 Stadium on Saturday afternoon with both clubs desperately requiring wins to move away from the Championship relegation zone.
As it stands, the teams sit in 19th and 20th position in the standings respectively, both within a defeat of possibly dropping into the bottom three.
We say: Stoke City 2-1 Millwall
With Schumacher now at the helm, Stoke need a fast start under his leadership. We expect Millwall to push them all the way, yet the Potters may edge this contest through desire alone, securing an important three points.
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Sunderland vs. Coventry (Saturday, 3.00pm)
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Sunderland begin life with Michael Beale in charge with a Championship fixture at home to Coventry City on Saturday afternoon.
At a time when the Black Cats are seventh in the standings, Coventry are down in 15th position, despite their recent resurgence.
We say: Sunderland 1-1 Coventry City
While Sunderland have built some momentum at the Stadium of Light, Coventry are improving on their travels. Taking that into consideration, we would not be surprised to see a competitive low-scoring draw played out on Saturday.
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Barney Corkhill
