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Eight Songs That You Hear At EFL Stadiums

William Mallard-Smith February 26, 2026

I rank the eight songs that I think are widely used by teams in the EFL before a match to get the crowd atmosphere booming!

Preview: Ipswich Town Host Swansea City In Crucial Fixture

Hannah Darbyshire February 26, 2026

Ipswich Town meet Swansea City at Portman Road on Saturday afternoon in a crucial Championship fixture for both sides.

Analysis: How Kuryu Matsuki Allows Southampton Tactical Tweaks

Alex Comber February 26, 2026

Southampton's Kuryu Matsuki scored twice against QPR, and his return allowed Tonda Eckert to make an interesting series of tactical changes.

Burton Albion Continue Strong Record Against Promotion-Chasing Sides

Josh Page February 26, 2026

Burton Albion comfortably beat Stockport County as Brewers continue strong record against promotion-chasing sides.

Match Review: Middlesbrough 1-1 Leicester City

Sando Hodzhev February 25, 2026

Here Sando provides us with a tactical review from Middlesbrough’s 1-1 draw with Leicester City in the Championship

Late Hull City Surge Sinks Derby County

Holly Wright February 25, 2026

Despite dominating possession and creating chances, defensive errors and missed opportunities left John Eustace’s side frustrated.

Kieran McKenna Reflects On Intensity, Control and a Vital Response

Hannah Darbyshire February 25, 2026

Ipswich beat Watford as McKenna praised the team’s intensity, resilience and a vital clean sheet after Saturday’s setback.

Five Former Derby County Players Stranded In The Free Agent Queue

Holly Wright February 25, 2026

Here we take a look five free agents that Championship side Derby County have had on their books in previous seasons

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Eight Songs That You Hear At EFL Stadiums

William Mallard-Smith February 26, 2026

I rank the eight songs that I think are widely used by teams in the EFL before a match to get the crowd atmosphere booming!

Preview: Ipswich Town Host Swansea City In Crucial Fixture

Hannah Darbyshire February 26, 2026

Ipswich Town meet Swansea City at Portman Road on Saturday afternoon in a crucial Championship fixture for both sides.

Analysis: How Kuryu Matsuki Allows Southampton Tactical Tweaks

Alex Comber February 26, 2026

Southampton's Kuryu Matsuki scored twice against QPR, and his return allowed Tonda Eckert to make an interesting series of tactical changes.

Burton Albion Continue Strong Record Against Promotion-Chasing Sides

Josh Page February 26, 2026

Burton Albion comfortably beat Stockport County as Brewers continue strong record against promotion-chasing sides.

Match Review: Middlesbrough 1-1 Leicester City

Sando Hodzhev February 25, 2026

Here Sando provides us with a tactical review from Middlesbrough’s 1-1 draw with Leicester City in the Championship

Late Hull City Surge Sinks Derby County

Holly Wright February 25, 2026

Despite dominating possession and creating chances, defensive errors and missed opportunities left John Eustace’s side frustrated.

Kieran McKenna Reflects On Intensity, Control and a Vital Response

Hannah Darbyshire February 25, 2026

Ipswich beat Watford as McKenna praised the team’s intensity, resilience and a vital clean sheet after Saturday’s setback.

Five Former Derby County Players Stranded In The Free Agent Queue

Holly Wright February 25, 2026

Here we take a look five free agents that Championship side Derby County have had on their books in previous seasons

AFC Wimbledon – Upcoming Fixtures & Points Forecast

Francis Wiggins February 25, 2026

AFC Wimbledon’s fixture analysis for the next three games. Will they pull clear of the bottom or still look over their shoulder?

Eight Songs That You Hear At EFL Stadiums

William Mallard-Smith February 26, 2026

I rank the eight songs that I think are widely used by teams in the EFL before a match to get the crowd atmosphere booming!

Preview: Ipswich Town Host Swansea City In Crucial Fixture

Hannah Darbyshire February 26, 2026

Ipswich Town meet Swansea City at Portman Road on Saturday afternoon in a crucial Championship fixture for both sides.

Analysis: How Kuryu Matsuki Allows Southampton Tactical Tweaks

Alex Comber February 26, 2026

Southampton's Kuryu Matsuki scored twice against QPR, and his return allowed Tonda Eckert to make an interesting series of tactical changes.

Match Review: Middlesbrough 1-1 Leicester City

Sando Hodzhev February 25, 2026

Here Sando provides us with a tactical review from Middlesbrough’s 1-1 draw with Leicester City in the Championship

Late Hull City Surge Sinks Derby County

Holly Wright February 25, 2026

Despite dominating possession and creating chances, defensive errors and missed opportunities left John Eustace’s side frustrated.

Kieran McKenna Reflects On Intensity, Control and a Vital Response

Hannah Darbyshire February 25, 2026

Ipswich beat Watford as McKenna praised the team’s intensity, resilience and a vital clean sheet after Saturday’s setback.

Five Former Derby County Players Stranded In The Free Agent Queue

Holly Wright February 25, 2026

Here we take a look five free agents that Championship side Derby County have had on their books in previous seasons

Three Loans, One Defining Decision for Derby County

Holly Wright February 25, 2026

Here we take a look at Championship side Derby County’s loan players and what the future could hold for them going forward.

Cheltenham Town Player Closes In On Mid-Season Loan Move

Joseph Gill February 25, 2026

A Cheltenham Town midfielder is set for a loan move to the National League South until the end of the season.

Eight Songs That You Hear At EFL Stadiums

William Mallard-Smith February 26, 2026 No Comments

I rank the eight songs that I think are widely used by teams in the EFL before a match to get the crowd atmosphere booming!

Burton Albion Continue Strong Record Against Promotion-Chasing Sides

Josh Page February 26, 2026 No Comments

Burton Albion comfortably beat Stockport County as Brewers continue strong record against promotion-chasing sides.

AFC Wimbledon – Upcoming Fixtures & Points Forecast

Francis Wiggins February 25, 2026 No Comments

AFC Wimbledon’s fixture analysis for the next three games. Will they pull clear of the bottom or still look over their shoulder?

Long Throw-ins And How They’ve Changed The Modern Game

Rob Beezley February 24, 2026 No Comments

Long Throw-ins have become an integral part of a the game for a lot of teams in the EFL, Rob and Holly explain why it’s such a phenomenon

Four Peterborough United Stars Who Could Leave This Summer

Caroline Dowse February 24, 2026 No Comments

Peterborough United have a few out of contract stars who could leave this summer

Where Did It All Go Wrong: 5 Barnsley What-If Moments

Dylan Gibbs February 21, 2026 No Comments

Explore five pivotal ‘what-if’ moments in Barnsley FC history and uncover where things went wrong for the Tykes in key matches and seasons.

Leyton Orient Interview: The Lower Tiers Speaks To The Orient Outlook

Leo Goy February 20, 2026 No Comments

Leyton Orient have faced a troubled season, centred around their defensive woes and string of bad results.

Stevenage Interview: Luca Talks About Aspirations And The Season So Far

Leo Goy February 20, 2026 No Comments

Stevenage have had a varied season and still have a chance of claiming a play-off spot in the closing stages of the campaign.

Three Managers That Could Replace Gary Caldwell At Exeter City

Sam Smith February 20, 2026 No Comments

Gary Caldwell has departed Exeter City to join Wigan Athletic. Take a look at three managers that could replace Caldwell in the dugout.

Eight Songs That You Hear At EFL Stadiums

William Mallard-Smith February 26, 2026 No Comments

I rank the eight songs that I think are widely used by teams in the EFL before a match to get the crowd atmosphere booming!

Cheltenham Town Player Closes In On Mid-Season Loan Move

Joseph Gill February 25, 2026 No Comments

A Cheltenham Town midfielder is set for a loan move to the National League South until the end of the season.

Bromley FC: Stick or Twist?

Oliver Whiteman February 25, 2026 No Comments

A slight stagnation in Bromley’s exceptional unbeaten streak has raised questions about a lack of rotation. Should Andy Woodman change it up or keep it as it is?

Long Throw-ins And How They’ve Changed The Modern Game

Rob Beezley February 24, 2026 No Comments

Long Throw-ins have become an integral part of a the game for a lot of teams in the EFL, Rob and Holly explain why it’s such a phenomenon

Shrewsbury Town Defender Praises New Regime

Rob Beezley February 24, 2026 No Comments

Shrewsbury Town defender Will Boyle has given a rallying cry, insisting that the club's recent good form can continue ahead of the run-in

Gillingham: Gills In The Blood Talks Best Players And Aspirations

Leo Goy February 20, 2026 No Comments

Gillingham have had a season full of twists, turns, and obstacles but are now looking towards better aspirations.

Bromley Interview: Oliver Whiteman Talks Title Charge, Promotion, And Best Players

Luke Barras February 19, 2026 No Comments

Bromley are closing in on a promotion to League One after a season filled with magical moments and clutch performances.

Nathan Owolabi Exclusive Interview: “The Everyday Tactician” Discusses His Time at Bromley FC And His Current Work

Oliver Whiteman February 19, 2026 No Comments

A couple of years on from TNT Sports’ YouTube documentary series, where Bromley offered a Football Manager player the chance to be a part of their backroom staff, we caught…

Where Does Yesterday’s Loss Leave Bristol Rovers?

Ziggy Carter February 19, 2026 No Comments

Yesterday’s defeat leaves Bristol Rovers sitting 22nd in the table and facing an increasingly difficult battle for survival.

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