Coventry City rebounded strongly from their first league defeat by securing a 3-1 victory over Sheffield United at the CBS Arena. Despite conceding an early goal from former defender Sam McCallum, Coventry responded with goals from Tatsuhiro Sakamoto and Bobby Thomas, which helped them regain the lead and maintain their position at the top of the Championship table. This win extended their lead to four points clear of their nearest rivals. Meanwhile, Stoke City moved up to second place in the league standings following a convincing 3-0 win against Oxford United. Baker was instrumental in Stoke’s success, scoring twice to secure the comprehensive victory. These results highlight the competitive nature of the Championship as teams jostle for top positions ahead of the season’s final stages. Coventry’s ability to bounce back after a setback and Stoke’s climb to second place underscore the dynamic shifts occurring in the league standings.