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Opportunity knocks for Black Cats and Blades

Opportunity could be knocking for both Sunderland and Sheffield United as another Championship weekend hoves into view.

With the top two of Leeds United and Burnley otherwise engaged in the FA Cup fourth round, the Black Cats and Blades have the chance to take advantage.

In League One it is all about jostling for a play-off spot with Birmingham City and Wycombe Wanderers also looking for cup glory, while Wrexham twiddle their thumbs as Leyton Orient take on Manchester City in the competition.

Walsall's stumbles have suddenly got a few pundits reviewing their 'give them the title now' declarations in League Two where a familiar face returned to management this week, but let's start our preview in the Championship.