Championship preview: Contenders, pretenders and strugglers
BBC Sport highlights five things to look out for across Saturday's Championship action.
This weekend's Championship fixtures promise drama and surprises from a league in turmoil. Derby County, currently battling relegation, face Bolton Wanderers on Friday. Birmingham City, unbeaten at home this season, are aiming to move past relegation threat into third place with a win against Swansea on Saturday. West Ham United, now under manager Scott Parker, have weathered a storm of controversy and turmoil lately, but their recent 3-3 draw against Cardiff City shows glimpses of promise.
Meanwhile, Sheffield United, quietly climbing the table with only five points separating them from the top two, face Charlton Athletic, who have struggled with a six-game winless streak. Meanwhile, Preston North End, under new manager Graham Alexander, are in danger of relegation after failing to score a single goal this season.
Southampton, despite past setbacks, look set to face West Bromwich Albion, who have been surprisingly consistent in their second-half resurgence.
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