EFL Championship LIVE: Leeds win late on to clinch title; Luton relegated, Coventry and Bristol C into play-offs

Summary

Leeds score late winner at Plymouth and pip Burnley to title
Coventry beat Boro and Bristol City draw with Preston to earn play-off places
Luton relegated after 5-3 defeat at West Brom
Preston and Hull both safe after draws; Derby and Stoke also survive
Plymouth also relegated after late defeat by Leeds
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Live Reporting

Alex Hoad, Ben Ashton, Ian Woodcock, Chris Harby, Lennan Tomlins & Ben Hutchinson

'Dan James is player of the season for Leeds'published at 15:37 British Summer Time 3 May
FT: Plymouth 1-2 Leeds
Jon Newsome
Former Leeds defender on BBC Radio Leeds
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I think Dan James will be the player of the season.
I think he's had an outstanding season, he's only been scuppered the last few weeks by injuries.
He's been brilliant and I think he's matured much more as a player this season.
Dan James scored 12 goals and provided nine assists in 36 appearances for Leeds in the Championship this season.
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Dramatic fall from grace for Luton Town, however 75 points from their last 86 league games tell the story. Appears the club is in total freefall.
Goose
Wow exciting end to the championship season, my beloved Leeds United back in the top league and as champions, Farke has done a remarkable job, to prosper in the premier league we will need investment no matter who the manager is!
Slacky in Portsmouth
Burnley just weren’t good enough over the course of the season.
Niall, Newcastle upon Tyne
I presume your tongue is firmly in your cheek there, Niall.
Play-off fixturespublished at 15:31 British Summer Time 3 May
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Clear your diaries, you're not going to want to miss these...
Semi-finals
Thursday, 8 May (20:00 BST) – Bristol City v Sheffield United
Friday, 9 May (20:00 BST) – Coventry City v Sunderland
Monday, 12 May (20:00 BST) – Sheffield United v Bristol City
Tuesday, 13 May (20:00 BST) – Sunderland v Coventry City
Final
Saturday, 24 May
A special moment for Liam Manningpublished at 15:28 British Summer Time 3 May
FT: Bristol City 2-2 Preston
James Piercy
BBC Sport at Ashton Gate
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Liam Manning has achieved what a number of managers before him have been unable to do, and that's get the Robins into the Championship top six.
He's done so with a team built around the collective, there are no star names as such and it's fitting that captain Jason Knight - as all-action a midfielder as you'll see - has just been awarded the players' player of the season and player of the season awards.
For Manning, it's a campaign underpinned by personal tragedy following the death of his baby son Theo in October and the mental resilience he has shown to go again, and get the job done speaks of a special human being.
We've just witnessed a truly lovely moment as he's celebrated in front of Section 82 in the corner of Ashton Gate, throwing three fist pumps to the home fans in tandem with his son Isaac.
'From 17th to the play-offs'published at 15:25 British Summer Time 3 May
FT: Coventry 2-0 Middlesrbough
Coventry
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Coventry match-winner Jack Rudoni told Sky Sports: "It’s a great feeling – we have worked hard for this since the gaffer came in - from 17th to the play-offs.
"I’ve popped a couple in, though I was blowing for the second, trying to keep up with Brandon Thomas-Asante.
"Everyone is buzzing. The noise was amazing. These fans get us through."
Ben Wilson was handed his first start in goal since 5 October and made several good saves, and told Sky Sports: "It was nice to be back on the pitch, though there were obviously a few nerves early doors.
"A clean sheet after so long out feels amazing. I hope I’ll be playing against Sunderland on Friday."
'We got what we deserved'published at 15:22 British Summer Time 3 May
FT: Coventry 2-0 Middlesbrough
Coventry
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Coventry boss Frank Lampard told Sky Sports: "You worry when you don’t score and you're on top but we got what we deserved in the end.
"I talk to Rudoni a lot, he is a great kid. Every day he wants to get better. I never had that (heading ability). He beats me with that. He is constant energy, He can be the main man of the day."
Play-off opponents Sunderland have lost five straight games after sealing a fourth-placed finish but Lampard warned: "We have to expect the best version of Sunderland. They are there because they were so good in the first half of the season.
"It’s great for the club, from where we’ve come from. You felt the build up though the winning run.
"It’s going to be a great challenge, it’s been a long week, I’m pleased to take a breath after that."
Postpublished at 15:19 British Summer Time 3 May
FT: Coventry 2-0 Middlesbrough
Now let's get some reaction from Coventry after the Sky Blues secured a play-off spot...
Leeds and Burnley make 100-point historypublished at 15:16 British Summer Time 3 May
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A reminder that Leeds and Burnley not only won promotion to the Premier League together, they also made history together.
Victory for both the Whites and Clarets today means they both reached the 100-point mark.
That's the first time two clubs have amassed 100 points in the same Championship season.
Quite remarkable.
Sheffield United, who finished third on a huge 90 points, must be wondering what else they could've done to go up.
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'Farke will give Leeds players a talk'published at 15:13 British Summer Time 3 May
FT: Plymouth 1-2 Leeds
Jon Newsome
Former Leeds defender on BBC Radio Leeds
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You've got to grind out results in this division if you want to win the league and that's exactly what Leeds have done.
They'll be in there with a glass of champagne each, and I'm sure Daniel Farke will give a talk to all of them.
'Biggest trophy for Burnley is Premier League return'published at 15:10 British Summer Time 3 May
FT: Burnley 3-1 Millwall
Sanny Rudravajhala
BBC Radio 5 Live at Turf Moor
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"We are Premier League," sing the Burnley fans. The players were waiting until that Leeds result. They did what they could but, in the end, this league does what it always does and give us late drama, twists and turns.
For Burnley, they finish the season 33 unbeaten, losing just two games and conceding just 16 all campaign. They didn’t quite get that outright all-time clean sheet record, which remains 30 and it’s even finer margins how they’ve missed out on the title, on goal difference.
I was here for 5 Live Sport this time last season as Burnley’s relegation was rubber stamped against Nottingham Forest.
They return to the top flight after just one season away and although they don’t have that historic trophy, they’ll come back on the pitch for runners-up medals and a mini trophy too. The biggest trophy, however, is a return to the Premier League.
'An incredible feeling to share with the fans'published at 15:07 British Summer Time 3 May
FT: Plymouth 1-2 Leeds
Jon Newsome
Former Leeds defender on BBC Radio Leeds
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They'll be talking about this day until they draw their last breath. It's everything you dream of as a kid.
It's a long old road, there's many people who nearly get there and fall off. It's what you dream of when you're at the park, you never think you'll be out there savouring these moments.
If you're lucky enough to get there and do it, it's an incredible feeling that you can share with the supporters for the rest of your life.
Leeds United lift Championship trophypublished at 15:04 British Summer Time 3 May
FT: Plymouth 1-2 Leeds
Adam Pope
BBC Radio Leeds commentator
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The yellow and the blue and the white goes up, the trophy is lifted.
95 goals, 100 points, and a million memories created in a very special moment for their fans.
'Outstanding afternoon for Coventry'published at 15:01 British Summer Time 3 May
FT: Coventry 2-0 Middlesbrough
Steve Ogrizovic
Ex-Coventry City goalkeeper on BBC CWR
What a game, what an atmosphere, what a result. An outstanding afternoon for Coventry.
Credit to Boro. They gave it a good go, they were always a threat on the break.
I'm delighted for the players, the staff, and the fans who have turned up to witness this.
It's a fantastic feeling and they deserve it for the second half of the season.
There's people on the pitch...published at 14:57 British Summer Time 3 May
FT: Bristol City 2-2 Preston
James Piercy
BBC Sport at Ashton Gate
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...lots of people, it feels like everyone sat in one of the three lower tiers, in fact. 17 years they have waited for this moment and they are drinking it in.
The club PA is politely asking fans to clear to allow the players onto the pitch and conduct the end of season awards presentation but, I'll be honest, it ain't happening.
'The players are bouncing in delight'published at 14:54 British Summer Time 3 May
FT: Bristol City 2-2 Preston
Gary Owers
Former Sunderland & Bristol City midfielder on BBC Radio Bristol
Credit to Bristol City to come back and get a point out of that game.
The player's are bouncing on the halfway line in delight.
For the first time in 17 years, they're in the Championship play-offs.
The scenes in-front of me I haven't seen in many years, sheer joy.
What an achievement, regardless of what happens next, I just hope they can go on and finish the job.
That second-half was horrible, checking phones, but they've done it.
The final Championship tablepublished at 14:51 British Summer Time 3 May
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Here is your final Championship table for 2024-25.
Leeds have won the title on goal difference as they finish on 100 points with Burnley settling for second.
Coventry and Bristol City make up the final two play-off spots alongside Sheffield United and Sunderland.
Luton Town have been relegated on the final day on goal difference, with Hull City staying up.
The Hatters join already relegated Cardiff in League One, as do Plymouth, who were all but down since last weekend.
The stage is being set....published at 14:48 British Summer Time 3 May
FT: Plymouth 1-2 Leeds
Brent Pilnick
BBC Sport at Home Park
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They are getting the stage ready for Leeds to lift the Championship trophy.
After 46 games they have won it on goal difference from Burnley thanks to a late, late strike from Manor Solomon.
'Now is the time to celebrate'published at 14:45 British Summer Time 3 May
FT: Plymouth 1-2 Leeds
Jon Newsome
Former Leeds defender on BBC Radio Leeds
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The players will be exhausted but I think it will be a sigh of relief.
It's such a long campaign, such a tough campaign. The games come thick and fast.
There's a lot of pressure to play for this football club. That white shirt is heavy to wear at times and too heavy for some people.
Those players know how much it means to everybody. There will be some corks popping in that dressing room, now is the time to celebrate.
Wild scenes as Leeds celebrate titlepublished at 14:42 British Summer Time 3 May
FT Plymouth 1-2 Leeds
Brent Pilnick
BBC Sport at Home Park
Wild scenes here at Home Park as Leeds players go and celebrate with their supporters.
They have certainly been on a rollercoaster of emotions over the last couple of hours.
But Manor Solomon's late winner was enough to ensure a title-winning return to the Premier League after two seasons away.
Get Involvedpublished at 14:40 British Summer Time 3 May
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Congratulations to Leeds United- worthy champions! Please give Daniel Farke the opportunity to show what a top quality manager he is by supporting him this summer, unlike his previous experience in the Premier League with Norwich City.
Dennis
Plymouth put up an excellent fight at the end of the season. You have to wonder whether they would still be in the championship if Rooney left sooner.
Callum
The fact that Burnley have not won the title on 100 points is astonishing. Has this ever happened before?
Jon, West Malling.
No, it hasn't Jon. It is the first time two clubs have finished with 100 points or more in the Championship.

Championship Table

Team	Played	Won	Drawn	Lost	Goals For	Goals Against	Goal Difference	Points	Form, Last 6 games, Oldest first
1 Leeds United	46	29	13	4	95	30	65	100	Result Win Result Win Result Win Result Win Result Win Result Win
2 Burnley	46	28	16	2	69	16	53	100	Result Draw Result Win Result Win Result Win Result Win Result Win
3 Sheffield United	46	28	8	10	63	36	27	90	Result Loss Result Loss Result Win Result Loss Result Win Result Draw
4 Sunderland	46	21	13	12	58	44	14	76	Result Draw Result Loss Result Loss Result Loss Result Loss Result Loss
5 Coventry City	46	20	9	17	64	58	6	69	Result Win Result Draw Result Win Result Loss Result Loss Result Win
6 Bristol City	46	17	17	12	59	55	4	68	Result Win Result Draw Result Win Result Loss Result Loss Result Draw
7 Blackburn Rovers	46	19	9	18	53	48	5	66	Result Draw Result Win Result Win Result Win Result Win Result Draw
8 Millwall	46	18	12	16	47	49	-2	66	Result Win Result Win Result Loss Result Win Result Win Result Loss
9 West Bromwich Albion	46	15	19	12	57	47	10	64	Result Loss Result Win Result Loss Result Loss Result Draw Result Win
10 Middlesbrough	46	18	10	18	64	56	8	64	Result Loss Result Loss Result Win Result Loss Result Draw Result Loss
11 Swansea City	46	17	10	19	51	56	-5	61	Result Win Result Win Result Win Result Win Result Loss Result Draw
12 Sheffield Wednesday	46	15	13	18	60	69	-9	58	Result Draw Result Loss Result Loss Result Win Result Draw Result Draw
13 Norwich City	46	14	15	17	71	68	3	57	Result Draw Result Loss Result Loss Result Loss Result Draw Result Win
14 Watford	46	16	9	21	53	61	-8	57	Result Win Result Loss Result Loss Result Loss Result Loss Result Draw
15 Queens Park Rangers	46	14	14	18	53	63	-10	56	Result Win Result Draw Result Win Result Loss Result Loss Result Win
16 Portsmouth	46	14	12	20	58	71	-13	54	Result Loss Result Draw Result Win Result Win Result Draw Result Draw
17 Oxford United	46	13	14	19	49	65	-16	53	Result Loss Result Win Result Loss Result Draw Result Win Result Draw
18 Stoke City	46	12	15	19	45	62	-17	51	Result Draw Result Win Result Win Result Loss Result Loss Result Draw
19 Derby County	46	13	11	22	48	56	-8	50	Result Draw Result Draw Result Loss Result Win Result Win Result Draw
20 Preston North End	46	10	20	16	48	59	-11	50	Result Draw Result Loss Result Loss Result Loss Result Loss Result Draw
21 Hull City	46	12	13	21	44	54	-10	49	Result Loss Result Draw Result Loss Result Win Result Loss Result Draw
22 Luton Town	46	13	10	23	45	69	-24	49	Result Draw Result Loss Result Win Result Win Result Win Result Loss
23 Plymouth Argyle	46	11	13	22	51	88	-37	46	Result Loss Result Win Result Loss Result Win Result Win Result Loss
24 Cardiff City	46	9	17	20	48	73	-25	44	Result Draw Result Loss Result Loss Result Draw Result Draw Result Loss

Key

Position 1 - 2 : Promotion
Position 3 - 6 : Promotion Play-off
Position 22 - 24 : Relegation

Sheffield United have been deducted two points for defaulted transfer payments.

Last Updated 3rd May 2025 at 18:53

Please Note: All times UK. Tables are subject to change. The BBC is not responsible for any changes that may be made.

Championship: Leeds clinch title; Luton down, Coventry and Bristol City into play-offs

Summary

Live Reporting

'Dan James is player of the season for Leeds'published at 15:37 British Summer Time 3 May

Get Involvedpublished at 15:34 British Summer Time 3 May

Play-off fixturespublished at 15:31 British Summer Time 3 May

A special moment for Liam Manningpublished at 15:28 British Summer Time 3 May

'From 17th to the play-offs'published at 15:25 British Summer Time 3 May

'We got what we deserved'published at 15:22 British Summer Time 3 May

Postpublished at 15:19 British Summer Time 3 May

Leeds and Burnley make 100-point historypublished at 15:16 British Summer Time 3 May

'Farke will give Leeds players a talk'published at 15:13 British Summer Time 3 May

'Biggest trophy for Burnley is Premier League return'published at 15:10 British Summer Time 3 May

'An incredible feeling to share with the fans'published at 15:07 British Summer Time 3 May

Leeds United lift Championship trophypublished at 15:04 British Summer Time 3 May

'Outstanding afternoon for Coventry'published at 15:01 British Summer Time 3 May

There's people on the pitch...published at 14:57 British Summer Time 3 May

'The players are bouncing in delight'published at 14:54 British Summer Time 3 May

The final Championship tablepublished at 14:51 British Summer Time 3 May

The stage is being set....published at 14:48 British Summer Time 3 May

'Now is the time to celebrate'published at 14:45 British Summer Time 3 May

Wild scenes as Leeds celebrate titlepublished at 14:42 British Summer Time 3 May

Get Involvedpublished at 14:40 British Summer Time 3 May

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