EFL fixtures announced: West Ham vs Millwall set for September 19
The EFL fixtures have been announced, with West Ham’s highly anticipated clash against Millwall at The Den scheduled for September 19, reports BritPanorama.
West Ham will kick off their Championship season against Burnley on the opening weekend, after Wolves begin their campaign at home to Blackburn on August 14 at 8pm.
League One champions Lincoln will face Middlesbrough, while Cardiff City will meet Wrexham in an all-Wales contest on August 17. Southampton will begin their season with a deficit of four points, facing Middlesbrough on November 28 amidst the ongoing spygate scandal that has overshadowed this season’s play-offs.
The Championship season will commence just one week after clubs play their first match in the League Cup. Burnley, Wolves, and West Ham will be aiming to return to the Premier League following a disappointing season, during which Ipswich Town achieved promotion.
After a tumultuous season, Burnley finds itself looking for a new manager following Scott Parker’s departure in May, while West Ham has retained Nuno Espirito Santo at the helm despite the club finishing its 14-season tenure in the Premier League.
Wolves, who finished at the bottom of the top-flight, have appointed Cesar Peixoto, aiming to instil leadership and direction after parting ways with Rob Edwards. Peixoto is expected to bring experience, having recently led Gil Vicente to a sixth-placed finish in the Primeira Liga. Wolves executive chairman Nathan Shi noted Peixoto’s leadership qualities and hunger to succeed as key factors in his appointment.
As the new season approaches, the spotlight will be on how clubs adapt and rebuild in pursuit of their goals, particularly for teams aiming to secure their positions back in the Premier League. The unfolding dynamics of the Championship promise to deliver both drama and excitement.
In this ever-competitive league, the return of historical clubs and the emergence of new talents will keep supporters engaged as they hope for the thrill of promotion and the joy of victories ahead.
