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What the report says

BBC Sport’s preview of the weekend’s EFL fixtures highlights five storylines across the Championship, League One and League Two, with form, managerial pressure and familiar reunions all in focus. The piece says several clubs are trying to build early momentum, while others are still searching for stability.

In the Championship, West Brom’s strong start under interim-turned-permanent influence has made them early pace-setters, and they face a test at home to unbeaten QPR. The report also notes pressure on managers at Derby and Birmingham as John Eustace prepares to face his former club, with Derby’s recent run contrasting with Birmingham’s uneven start under Chris Davies.

BBC Sport also points to Leicester’s difficult position after relegation, with Russell Martin’s side heading to Stockport in a meeting that underlines how far the clubs have travelled in recent years. In League One, Sheffield Wednesday’s revival is contrasted with Wigan Athletic’s struggles, as the Owls host a side that has made a poor start and is near the bottom of the table.

The final notable angle is in League Two, where York City boss Scott Lindsey is set to meet former club Swindon Town. BBC Sport says the match could have significance near the top of the division, with both sides in contention early in the season. The digest is based on BBC Sport’s preview rather than live match reporting.