Championship final day permutations: Who needs what for promotion and play-offs?
Coventry City have already secured promotion to the Premier League as Championship champions, with Ipswich Town in a strong position to claim the second automatic spot. Millwall and Middlesbrough remain in contention for automatic promotion depending on final-day results and goal differences. Wrexham, Hull City, and Derby County are competing for the final play-off place, with goal difference likely to be the deciding factor.
- ▪Coventry City have been crowned Championship champions and will return to the Premier League after 25 years.
- ▪Ipswich Town need a win over QPR to guarantee automatic promotion, while Millwall and Middlesbrough require specific results to have a chance.
- ▪Southampton have secured a play-off spot, while Wrexham, Hull City, and Derby County are battling for the remaining positions based on points and goal difference.
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