Summary

  • Beckford gives Preston 1-0 lead over Chesterfield

  • Byrne's late winner gives Swindon advantage v Sheff Utd

  • Freeman netted Sheff Utd opener, Ricketts equalised

  • Final at Wembley on 24 May

Live Reporting

Brendon Mitchell and Gary Smee

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    The marmite* of the domestic football season.

    For those involved it can be hide-behind-the-sofa stuff. For the rest of us, you daren't take your eyes off it. And, one way or another, in a fortnight or so's time three lucky sets of supporters will be treated to a day at Wembley they'll never forget.

    Welcome to our coverage of this season's Football League play-offs.

    *And yes, other forms of vegetable spread are available.