Sunderland were beaten on their return to Championship action as they lost 2-1 at Stoke City on Saturday afternoon. Ryan Mmaee put the hosts ahead after seven minutes but Jack Clarke needed just three minutes to drag the Black Cats level.
Luke McNally netted what would prove the winning goal two minutes into the second half. Sunderland were denied a penalty when Clarke was challenged in the 18-yard box but only a goal kick was awarded as Tony Mowbray’s side suffered a second-straight loss.
Elsewhere in the division, Leeds United moved up to third with a 3-2 victory over Norwich City. The Whites came from 2-0 down to win at Carrow Road. Leicester City came from 1-0 down to win 3-1 at Swansea City while Preston North End drew 1-1 at Millwall. Southampton defeat Hull City 2-1, West Brom drew 0-0 at home to Plymouth Argyle as Bristol City and Middlesbrough recorded respective 1-0 wins over Coventry City and Birmingham City. Watford, Blackburn Rovers and Huddersfield Town also claimed wins, beating Sheffield Wednesday, Cardiff City and QPR.
Following the return of Championship action, here’s how the bookmakers are predicting the final table to look based on the latest odds.
