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Leeds United leads the Championship, with intense competition for promotion and significant financial stakes ahead.

Leeds United currently leads the English EFL Championship with 63 points from 30 matches, showcasing their strong form this season. Sheffield United closely trails with 61 points, while Burnley sits in third with 58 points. Sunderland, with 55 points from 29 matches, remains a formidable contender for the playoff spots. The competition is heating up as teams like Blackburn Rovers, West Bromwich Albion, Middlesbrough, and Norwich City also vie for playoff positions.

The predicted final league table indicates that Burnley and Sheffield United are strong candidates for automatic promotion, with Leeds United and Sunderland also in contention. The playoff race promises to be intense, with Middlesbrough and West Bromwich Albion aiming to secure their spots. The Championship playoff final for the 2024-25 season is set to take place at Wembley Stadium between May 24-26, 2025, with semi-finals scheduled over two legs.

Upcoming fixtures are crucial, with Burnley expected to secure a victory against Oxford United, while Queens Park Rangers is predicted to triumph over Blackburn Rovers. The financial implications of the Championship playoffs are significant, with the promoted team poised to gain around £100 million from Premier League TV money distribution, a figure that could potentially double if they manage to avoid relegation in their first season. For more details on the playoff fixtures and dates, check out the playoff fixtures and the predicted league table.

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