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Leeds United faced Sheffield Wednesday on January 19, 2025, at Elland Road, concluding round 27 of the EFL Championship. Leeds, leading the league with 53 points from 26 matches, sought to achieve a league double over Sheffield Wednesday for the first time since the 2016-17 season. The team was on an impressive unbeaten streak, having gone eight games without a loss, which included five victories and three draws since their last defeat against Blackburn Rovers in November.

Sheffield Wednesday, currently positioned 10th in the standings with 37 points from 26 matches, was also in good form, remaining unbeaten in five of their last six Championship matches, with three wins and two draws since December 14. This matchup was crucial for both teams as they aimed to solidify their standings in the competitive league.

In other recent Championship action, Cardiff and Watford ended in a 1-1 draw on January 14, while Plymouth also drew 1-1 with Oxford United. Earlier in January, QPR secured a 2-1 victory over Luton, and Sunderland triumphed 1-0 against Portsmouth. A series of matches on January 4 saw Bristol City defeat Derby 1-0, Hull City and Leeds draw 3-3, and Norwich City beat Coventry 2-1, among other results.

The current league standings highlight Leeds United at the top with 53 points, closely followed by Burnley and Sheffield United, both with 52 points, and Sunderland with 50 points. Middlesbrough, West Bromwich Albion, and Blackburn Rovers are also in contention for playoff spots, making the competition fierce as the season progresses. For more details on the Championship playoffs, visit Championship playoffs.

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