Back to the Hull City Newsfeed

EFL preview: Winter resurgences and winless runs

Have we ever mentioned that the English Football League is relentless? The games just keep on coming.

Less than 48 hours after the final whistles went on Wednesday to conclude a midweek round of Championship fixtures, it all gets going again for another on Friday.

Not to mention the thrills and spills of League One and League Two we have in store after the 1-1 "Hollywood derby" on Thursday.

Here's a look at some of the key talking points ahead of the weekend's EFL action.

Promotion chasers and basement battlers clash

Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder.
Image caption, Sheffield United under Chris Wilder have won more Championship games than any other side this season (18)

There are a few games this weekend involving sides with contrasting immediate ambitions - some trying to go up, some trying to stay up.