The Return of The Championship

They will be playing 9 matches in 28 days, so I understand the thinking behind having 5 subs. However alongside it being behind closed doors I fear the game stopping for potentially 10 subs could make it feel like pre season friendlies.

Very happy with this development back. Predictions at the ready!

I cant believe they weren't consulted. That is ludicrous.

I always thought the EFL called a meeting, discussed the issue, proposed options, and then the clubs voted on their choice. I must be naive in thinking the EFL is there for the betterment of the clubs (I am not so naive as to think the include the betterment of supporters though)! No wonder Lee Hoos et all are p*ssed off!!

Interesting comment from Lee Hoos on Talk Sport today when discussing why QPR and their Sports Scientists think restarting the season on the 27/6 rather than 20/6 is more logical.

Clubs don’t go out of business because they mis-order stationary, it’s because of players. [For QPR] it’s about controlling that playing budget, keeping it small and preventing preventable injuries. To have assets on the stands and not on the pitch is a total waste.

“That’s our view; other teams with a deeper squad are saying, ‘so what, we can keep throwing players at it’.

“The five substitutions idea is an excellent idea to mitigate the risk. The best way to mitigate that risk is to have one extra week training.

“I’ve spoken to our sports scientists and our players, not all of them, but they’ve said that extra week is massive.

One other point that was made was regarding tv money. Championship clubs all receive £4m which would reduce to £3m if they don't play the last 9 games.

Whilst Lee Hoos and Simon Jordan might disagree on some things it appeared they both seemed to imply that the ELF lacked leadership and was poor in communicating.

I know football isn't that important right now but I can't lie, I'm excited to watch us again. I think we were heading for the top 6 before the break in play.

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