30 matches on opening Saturday of the 2024-25 EFL campaign
In the Championship, Leeds make it 3-3 against Portsmouth in stoppage time
Watford win 3-2 at Millwall after Lions had fought back to level
Stoke, West Brom, Middlesbrough, Oxford Utd & Sunderland all win
Josh Maja scores hat-trick for Baggies
In League Two, Bromley win in first EFL game in their 132-year history; Wimbledon come from 2-0 down to beat Colchester 4-2; Wins for Bradford and Barrow
In League One, newcomers Wrexham and Stockport both win
Birmingham comeback to draw with Reading; Huddersfield beat Peterborough
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Middlesbrough 1-0 Swansea
It's over 300 miles from south west Wales to Teesside and the Jack Army headed north at four in the morning for this one.
They will certainly want more from their players in this half in terms of attacking effort to match their effort in getting to this game.
Brazilian forward Ronald is on in place of Azeem Abdulai.
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Image source, Rex FeaturesGreat goals, screamers, mistakes, penalties, the woodwork being struck - there was a lot going on in that opening 45 minutes.
As the second half begins, we're looking at the games at Stoke and Hull. We want goals!
HT: Stoke 0-0 Coventry
Ged Scott
BBC Sport at the bet365 Stadium
It’s so far been more to smile about here for the Stoke City fans in the overcast Potteries, as the Potters have looked more menacing than disappointing Coventry.
The Sky Blues have started wearing white shorts this season – and now, from a distance, resemble Man City. But not going forward they don’t. Nothing to report in that department.
Having said that, thanks to some solid, at times last-gasp Coventry defending, it somehow remains 0-0.
And, in fact, Stoke have only had one effort on target, as well as Junior Tchamadeu’s header against the woodwork.
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Image source, Rex FeaturesLesley Keech: Leeds' problem - and it's been a constant for three years now - is we do not take our chances and it costs us. We're playing well but losing. I think we can turn it around but I'm a little fed up of us having to.
Leeds hit the crossbar THREE times before opening the scoring today and have seen Pompey score with their only two shots on target.
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HT: Millwall 0-1 Watford
Chris Peddy
BBC Sport at The Den
The first half of football at The Den is over and Millwall trail Watford by a truly bizarre goal.
The Lions had started the game well after a number of tributes to late goalkeeper Matija Sarkic, who tragically died in the summer at the age of 26.
But Watford grew into the game and started to stretch the play, particularly down the left through Jeremy Ngakia and Giorgi Chakvetadze.
Edo Kayembe's goal direct from a corner is what separates the sides, with the ball evading everyone as it floated into the corner.
But Millwall did apply the pressure late on - with George Honeyman hitting the post after a strong penalty shout after a challenge in the box on Duncan Watmore.
Tom Bradshaw has fought tirelessly up front, might we see new signing Macauley Langstaff introduced soon?
HT: Leeds 1-2 Portsmouth
Aidy White
Former Leeds United full-back on BBC Radio Leeds
Two Portsmouth goals that have come out of nowhere.
It's a terrific strike from Callum Lang for the second one but it should have been preventable.
Leeds United 1-2 Portsmouth
Image source, Rex FeaturesBoos ring out around Elland Road after the first 45 minutes of the season.
It's some turn around from Portsmouth after Leeds dominated the opening stages of the game.
Pompey's return to the second tier going well so far.
HT: Stoke 0-0 Coventry
Steve Ogrizovic
Ex-Coventry City goalkeeper on BBC CWR
No damage done in terms of goals but Coventry will be happy to get into half-time all square.
There's been a good intensity to the game but Coventry will have a lot of work to do in the second-half. When they've had the chances, they've tried to be too precise.
They need to be better in the second period if they want to get something from this game.
Image source, Getty ImagesMiddlesbrough 1-0 Swansea
Good football from Boro as we reach half-time with Isaiah Jones' effort deflected just over as they push for a second goal.
Emmanuel Latte Lath's penalty is the difference but this is comfortable so far. No shots for Swansea and if you don't shoot, you don't score.
Image source, Rex FeaturesCardiff 0-1 Sunderland
Luke O'Nien's header separates the teams at the break.
But Cardiff have a good chance to level right on the whistle, but Ollie Tanner cannot keep his header between the posts and the chance goes begging.
Sunderland's new Frenchman Regis le Bris will be happy with this scoreline.
Millwall 0-1 Watford
The away side have the advantage at the break thanks to Edo Kayembe's goal straight from a corner.
Oxford United 1-0 Norwich City
A fantastic first half for Oxford United on their return to the second tier, they'll be happy with that performance so far.
Norwich supporters will want more in the second half, the home side have been on top.
Image source, Getty ImagesQPR 1-1 West Brom
A tale of two headers in west London as Lucas Andersen's earlier one was cancelled out by one from Josh Maja.
This one could go either way in the second half.
Stoke 0-0 Coventry
No goals at the break.
The home side have come closest to opening the scoring but Junior Tchamadeu saw his header come back off the post.
Hull City 0-0 Bristol City
Not a huge amount happening in this one so far but the home side have had the better of it.
Leeds 1-2 Portsmouth
Guy Whittingham
Former Portsmouth manager on BBC Radio Solent
What a great strike!
Two opportunities, two goals.
When you are playing against a strong side, you've got to take advantage of the opportunities you get and Portsmouth have done that.
Callum Lang (41 mins)
Wow what a strike from Portsmouth's Callum Lang on the half-volley from 25 yards!
Marlon Pack's free kick is headed away by the Leeds defence before Lang picks up the ball, drives forward and strikes a powerful shot into the bottom corner.
What a turnaround this has been by John Mousinho's men.
Image source, Rex FeaturesMiddlesbrough 1-0 Swansea
Goodness me, Middlesbrough get sloppy here.
They give the ball away in their own box and Seny Dieng is required to dive at the feet of Azeem Abdulai to avert any danger.
Swansea have still not had a shot on goal in this one.
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Millwall 0-1 Watford
How have Millwall not scored?!
The home side break the Watford backline and the ball is squared for George Honeyman who fires a low shot off the foot of the post.
The ball bounces back to the midfielder and he sends a shot back at goal only to see Francisco Sierralta come up with a brilliant goalline clearance.
| Position | Team | Played | Won | Drawn | Lost | Goals For | Goals Against | Goal Difference | Points | Form, Last 6 games, Oldest first |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
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| 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
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| 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
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| 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 3 |
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| 5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
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| 6 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
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| 7 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
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| 8 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
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| 9 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
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| 10 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
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| 11 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
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| 12 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
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| 13 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
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| 14 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | -1 | 0 |
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| 15 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | -1 | 0 |
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| 16 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -1 | 0 |
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| 17 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -1 | 0 |
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| 18 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | -1 | 0 |
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| 19 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 0 |
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| 20 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 0 |
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| 21 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 0 |
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| 22 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | -1 | 0 |
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| 23 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -2 | 0 |
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| 24 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -2 | 0 |
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