As the season nears its end, the Championship is witnessing an intense battle for promotion to the Premier League. Four teams are vying for the top two automatic promotion spots, while a host of others are fighting for the four playoff places. Leicester City, Ipswich Town, Leeds United, and Southampton are the frontrunners for the top two spots, with only four points separating the first three. Meanwhile, six clubs are in contention for the remaining playoff places. Norwich City and West Bromwich Albion are well-positioned, while Coventry City, Hull City, Middlesbrough, and Preston North End are also in the mix.