An increasingly competitive second tier in English football remains an intense and exciting competition, with the prize of a place in the Premier League on offer at the end of the season.
Last year Southampton, Leicester City and Leeds United were relegated from the top flight and all are hopeful of making a quick return – but the likes of Norwich City, West Bromwich Albion and Sunderland all have real promotion ambitions too.
At the other end of the table, QPR, Cardiff City and Birmingham City will hope for better campaigns than last year’s relegation struggle – while newcomers Sheffield Wednesday will be looking to survive after dramatic progress through the play-offs.
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Saints will be hoping a return to home soil will bring a return in good fortunes following a tricky run of fixtures in recent weeks.
A first win in four on Tuesday night will see Russell Martin’s side strengthen their position in fourth, potentially going nine points clear of West Brom in fifth.
Saints will be boosted by the return of duo Stuart Armstrong (concussion) and James Bree (suspension) who missed the trip to Blackburn.
“Everyone is playing to be part of the best team to get us promoted to the Premier League. It’s really that simple. We have an opportunity to put things right on the pitch tomorrow.
“Three home games in a week is a great moment for us. Coventry have real clarity in what they’re doing, so it’ll be a tough game but an exciting game for us.”
