Ipswich, Leeds and Leicester win again – a look at Championship promotion race

Darren Bent, speaking on talkSPORT, has shared his insights on the Championship promotion race, tipping Leeds United and Ipswich Town as the teams to secure automatic promotion to the Premier League, sidelining Leicester City in the process. Bent highlighted Leeds United’s attacking prowess, particularly praising Crysencio Summerville and Georginio Rutter, as key factors in their promotion push. Despite acknowledging that Leeds have not been at their peak performance recently, Bent emphasized their ability to secure wins, which he views as a critical attribute for promotion and title-winning teams.

Leeds United’s recent victory over Hull City on April 1, 2024, has positioned them second in the Championship table, closely trailing behind Ipswich Town and maintaining a slight lead over Leicester City. Leicester, however, holds a game in hand against both Leeds and Ipswich. Bent’s confidence in Leeds stems from their formidable attacking lineup, which he considers the best in the league, contributing significantly to their promotion prospects.

The importance of maintaining the form and fitness of key players like Rutter and Summerville was underscored, given their potential to influence game outcomes significantly. With the Championship’s conclusion approaching, Leeds United aims to continue their unbeaten streak in 2024, securing their return to the Premier League. The challenge remains substantial, with Ipswich Town’s consistent late-game scoring adding pressure, but Leeds United is deemed well-equipped for the task ahead.

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