Championship roundup: Swansea go top after beating Norwich; Birmingham win at West Brom
A roundup of EFL Championship matchday action as Swansea climbed to the summit of the table with a victory over Norwich City. Birmingham continued their strong form with an away win at West Bromwich Albion, adding pressure in the promotion race. The roundup also covers other fixtures including Middlesbrough and Wolverhampton Wanderers, painting a picture of the early-season standings in England's second tier. The results reshape the top of the table heading into the next round of fixtures.
Read the full story at theguardian.comSwansea's ascent to the Championship summit signals an early statement of intent from a club looking to push for promotion, while Birmingham's win on the road at West Brom underlines their credentials as genuine contenders. With Wolves and Middlesbrough also featuring in the weekend's action, the congested top of the table is already taking shape, and the roundup frames the promotion picture heading into the next set of fixtures.
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