EFL Championship 2026/27 preview predicts relegations and key storylines

FourFourTwo magazine has released its projected table for the 2026/27 English Championship, forecasting Lincoln City in 24th place, Blackburn Rovers in 23rd, Portsmouth in 22nd and Charlton Athletic in 21st, all facing relegation. The predictions note each club's recent struggles and financial constraints, contrasting their 2025/26 finishes.

The magazine also highlights broader EFL narratives for the coming season, including Leicester City’s debut in League One and their opening fixture against Bromley at Hayes Lane, a clash of former Premier League and lower‑league sides. Wolves are set to feature new signings such as Kieran Trippier and Raul Jimenez under manager César Peixoto, while Steve McClaren has taken a role with Rotherham United after leaving the Jamaica job. These storylines frame the promotion race, relegation battle and managerial changes across the Championship, League One and League Two.