The Real EFL Preview Show: Weekend Clashes, Survival Fights & A Managerial Sacking

Get ready for your essential football fix with the latest episode of The Real EFL Preview Show!

This week, Gary Hutchinson and Kyle Kennealey dive into another fascinating round of fixtures across the EFL, with big results on the line and bigger questions to answer. Whether you’re backing a Play-Off push, praying for survival, or just love the drama of lower-league football, this one’s for you.

First up, we head to South Yorkshire where Rotherham take on Blackpool. Matt Hamshaw kicked off his interim spell in charge with a morale-boosting win on Tuesday night. Can the Millers build on that momentum and spring another surprise? On the other side, Blackpool have quietly crept into the Play-Off race with an impressive run of form. We ask whether they can keep the pressure on the top six as the season enters its crucial final stretch.

Down in League Two, Grimsby and Morecambe are both battling for vastly different goals — yet both with everything to play for. Grimsby’s recent defeat was a gut punch in their Play-Off pursuit, and they’ll need to bounce back quickly with teams breathing down their necks. As for Morecambe, just a few weeks ago they looked destined for the drop, but back-to-back wins have breathed new life into their survival bid. Could we be witnessing the start of a great escape?

In the Championship, Luton vs Leeds takes centre stage. Luton have finally found their rhythm, but with the teams around them also picking up points, every game now feels like a cup final. Meanwhile, the big talking point for Leeds is in goal — with Daniel Farke confirming Karl Darlow will start over Illan Meslier. Could that decision shape the outcome of their promotion chase?

Before all of that, we react to the big managerial news — Steve Evans has been sacked by Rotherham United. We unpack the timing, the decision, and what it means for his former club moving forward.

It’s all here on The Real EFL Preview Show — bold predictions, sharp analysis, and a genuine love for the leagues that never fail to deliver drama.

🎥 Watch now and join the conversation. This is the show every EFL fan needs.

 

Gary Hutchinson is the founder and Editor-in-Chief of The Real EFL, which he launched in 2018 to offer dedicated coverage of the English Football League. A writer for over 20 years, Gary has contributed to Sky Sports and the Lincolnshire Echo, while also authoring Suited and Booted. He also runs The Stacey West and possesses a background in iGaming content strategy and English football betting. Passionate about football journalism, Gary continues to develop The Real EFL into a key authority in the EFL space.

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