While a large portion of the EFL headed to FA Cup action, those already out of the competition tried to gain ground on those not playing.
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EFL Team of the Week: Leeds United duo outstanding in 7-0 rout
Leeds United were the biggest winners in the EFL this weekend with a 7-0 triumph over Cardiff City that secured their position at the top of the Championship table.
EFL Team of the Week: Grady Diangana stars in Tony Mowbray’s first win as WBA boss
The EFL saw goals galore and a few comprehensive scorelines this weekend with plenty of shocks along the way.
EFL Team of the Week: Burnley’s James Trafford denies Sunderland with two penalty saves
Burnley goalkeeper James Trafford was the star of this week’s EFL action as Burnley held Sunderland in a goalless draw.
EFL Team of the Week: Birmingham City go top of League One after stellar attacking performance
Promotion and relegation battles in the EFL heated up despite freezing conditions this weekend, with the weather conjuring up a few surprises on the pitch.
EFL Team of the Week: Bristol City duo give Robins comfortable win in festive period
Sunday is the new Saturday in the EFL, with the hectic festive schedule bringing much-needed excitement to a day normally reserved for long walks or sitting on the sofa.
EFL Team of the Week: Four-star Callum Lang helps lift Portsmouth out of the relegation zone
EFL defences were gifting goals in the last weekend of footballing action before Christmas as Callum Lang scored four goals in Portsmouth’s 4-1 victory over Coventry City.
EFL Team of the Week: Jobe Bellingham instrumental in Sunderland turnaround
A derby day win for Wigan Athletic and another Jobe Bellingham masterclass in midfield are the main highlights from this weekend’s action in the EFL.
EFL Team of the Week: Two future Sunderland stars impress despite narrow victory
In a weekend where a few games were cancelled due to Storm Darragh, those who managed to continue played as normal as they possibly could in the adverse conditions.
EFL Team of the Week: Liverpool loanee proves credentials in big Middlesbrough win
It was a full house of EFL Championship fixtures while Leagues One and Two went on their FA Cup journeys, apart from a few exceptions.
EFL Team of the Week: Middlesbrough duo combine for five goals in unstoppable performance against Oxford United
There were goals galore at the weekend in the EFL, with Middlesbrough scoring six, Leeds United winning in a seven-goal thriller and Wrexham scoring three at home.