The English Championship remains fiercely competitive, with teams like Leeds United, Norwich City, and relegated clubs Luton, Burnley, and Sheffield United vying for promotion to the Premier League. Sunderland and Leeds United face off in this intense competition today, as covered by live updates. Meanwhile, in the EFL Cup, Newcastle United plays against AFC Wimbledon, who have had a tumultuous week due to flooding that disrupted their schedule, forcing a rescheduled match against Newcastle. Liverpool, the reigning champions, set a high bar for the competition's current season. Plymouth, under Wayne Rooney's management, aims to recover from a narrowly avoided relegation, while Portsmouth and Derby, newly promoted from League One, strive to make their mark.