John Textor, the American billionaire with an expanding portfolio, is reportedly looking to acquire a controlling interest in a Championship club. This comes after his recent failed attempt to purchase Everton. The Friedkin Group has just acquired the Toffees. Textor already holds stakes in several clubs worldwide. Thus, he is now aiming to add an […]

The EFL Championship has made a significant mark on global soccer, ranking as the second-most attended league in the world during the 2023-24 season. This notable achievement highlights the immense popularity and passionate fanbase that supports soccer across England; from the top-tier Premier League to the lower divisions. A whopping 12.7 million people attended Championship games last […]

The 2024/25 EFL Championship is underway, and anyone can make predictions for how the table will finish this season. The second tier of English soccer is regularly one of the most competitive and volatile leagues in the world. A team that was close to promotion one season can easily plummet down the table to the […]

World Soccer Talk writer Euan Walsh takes us on a journey to experience what life is like supporting a lower-league club in the United Kingdom. Walsh is a supporter of Swindon Town in the south of England. Swindon was previously in the Premier League but now finds itself in the fourth tier (League Two). England's […]

The English Football League (EFL) got underway this weekend, with the action in the Championship kickstarting a weekend of action-packed soccer. England’s second tier is one of the most exciting leagues in the world, and the 2024/2025 edition of the Championship features a host of former Premier League teams. Below, World Soccer Talk writer Conor […]

Soccer is a national obsession of England, and has been ever since the Football League (now the EFL) was created in 1888. The founding members are quite an eclectic bunch. Back then, they were Accrington Stanley (now in the fourth tier), Aston Villa (back in the UEFA Champions League this season), Blackburn Rovers (one of […]

Newcastle United is close to spending $13 million, plus up to $6 million in add-ons, on Sheffield United's 21-year-old striker William Osula. It is rare, if not entirely unprecedented, for an English club outside the Premier League to receive such a lofty fee for a player who is still relatively unproven at any level of […]

Norwich City begin their third consecutive season in the EFL Championship at Oxford United this weekend. After a sixth-placed finish and elimination in the playoff semi-finals last campaign, they begin the season with a new manager, Johannes Hoff Thorup, and fresh hopes of returning to the Premier League after facing relegation in 2022. Josh Sargent […]

CBS Sports' new deal with the English Football League (EFL) is a breath of fresh air for soccer fans in the United States. While ESPN+ was a big upgrade on the previous rightsholder beIN SPORTS, CBS' new deal is even bigger and better. To break it all down, here's the EFL FAQ to answer your […]

Leeds United have secured full ownership of their iconic Elland Road stadium, marking a significant milestone in the club's history. This acquisition comes two decades after the stadium was sold during a period of severe financial difficulty. The move symbolizes the club's recovery. Also, it underscores its commitment to maintaining a deep-rooted connection with its […]

The English Football League (EFL) schedule for the 2024/25 season is out, featuring several intriguing matches among the 72 teams. Consisting of England's second-tier Championship, as well as League One and League Two, the trio of divisions are set to air in England on Sky Sports. The network previously struck a massive $1.1 billion deal […]

Southampton edged past Leeds United 1-0 at Wembley Stadium on Sunday afternoon in the Championship Playoff Final to secure promotion to the Premier League. Adam Armstrong was the hero on the day as his 24th-minute strike was the difference between the two sides, helping the Saints to regain Premier League status at the first time […]

Wayne Rooney is set to return to coaching with a deal to manage Plymouth Argyle. The Championship side was searching for a new head coach after firing Ian Foster in April. The Pilgrims were nearly relegated down to League One earlier this month. Nevertheless, a rare victory for the club on the final day of […]

In their hunt for a new manager after David Wagner's firing, Norwich City have begun talks with Will Still, the former head coach of Reims. The 31-year-old Still had discussions at the Canaries' Lotus Training Centre after leaving his role in Ligue 1 earlier this month, BBC say. His visit displays the club's genuine interest, […]

It's already time to start counting down the days to the 2024/25 EFL season. The 126th season of the English Football League is sure to be another fascinating campaign. Across the three professional divisions underneath the Premier League, there are plenty of storylines to follow. Massive changes to the clubs in each division through promotion […]