Southampton's struggles continue as they suffered a 2-0 defeat to Preston. The Premier League season has left significant scars, and under the leadership of Will Still, the team has managed only two wins in 13 matches. Still is clearly under pressure and has yet to find a solution to the Saints' crisis. Following the latest loss, he expressed his disappointment and urged his players to show more fight and commitment. Despite attempting to applaud the fans after the match, their reaction suggested he faces a tough challenge in convincing them he is the right man to turn things around.

Coventry City, led by Frank Lampard, experienced their first defeat of the season, losing 3-2 to Wrexham. With his wealth of experience, Lampard is unlikely to let the team dwell on the loss for long. Coventry is expected to bounce back quickly and continue their Championship title challenge.

Leicester is also facing difficulties after a 2-0 home defeat to Blackburn. Under the management of Martí Cifuentes, the team is in crisis, having secured just one win in their last nine matches. Fans have voiced their dissatisfaction, calling on the manager to find solutions to the team's problems.

Norwich's losing streak continues after a 2-0 home defeat to Hull City. Despite the backing of owner Mark Attanasio, manager Liam Manning has been unable to change the team's fortunes. Norwich has now lost six consecutive home games, causing significant concern among supporters.

Stoke City delivered an impressive performance, thrashing Bristol City 5-1. The team showcased strong form and moved closer to the automatic promotion spots in the Championship. Divin Mubama shone with a hat-trick, scoring his first goals since August.

Derby County continues to improve their form with a 3-1 victory over Sheffield United. This marks the team's third consecutive win, lifting them up the standings and just five points away from the playoffs. Carlton Morris was central to the success with a hat-trick, maintaining his excellent recent form.

Analysis: The Championship is proving to be highly dynamic, with teams like Stoke and Derby on the rise, while Southampton and Leicester face significant challenges. It will be intriguing to see how the season unfolds, particularly for teams battling for promotion or survival.