Wigan Athletic star has THIS warning for Leeds United, Nottingham Forest chief makes VERY bold claim, Bristol City handed shock injury news - Championship weekend preview

In a blink of an eye, it's matchday three in the Championship this weekend as clubs look to begin the season in the best possible manner.

As ever, with some key games to watch out for, we preview the main talking points ahead of this weekend's Championship games. Scroll and click through the pages.

Leeds United striker Patrick Bamfordplaceholder image
Leeds United striker Patrick Bamford
The Bluebirds fell to a shock defeat to Wigan on the opening day, though bounced back with a last-minute winner against Luton. Neil Warnock will be hoping that is the start of their promotion push.placeholder image
The Bluebirds fell to a shock defeat to Wigan on the opening day, though bounced back with a last-minute winner against Luton. Neil Warnock will be hoping that is the start of their promotion push.
It seems sections of the Huddersfield support are beginning to lose faith in Jan Siewert after a winless two opening games. A second consecutive home defeat could spark yet more pressure on the German.placeholder image
It seems sections of the Huddersfield support are beginning to lose faith in Jan Siewert after a winless two opening games. A second consecutive home defeat could spark yet more pressure on the German.
This could prove to be an early-season six-pointer - if the table shapes up as predicted. The Addicks may field their latest signing with Erhun Oztumer joining on Friday morning from Bolton on a free transfer.placeholder image
This could prove to be an early-season six-pointer - if the table shapes up as predicted. The Addicks may field their latest signing with Erhun Oztumer joining on Friday morning from Bolton on a free transfer.
Rocked by the news of Jay Dasilvas five-month absence due to a leg injury, Robins manager Lee Johnson spoke of his big loss on and off the field. Advantage Queens Park Rangers?placeholder image
Rocked by the news of Jay Dasilvas five-month absence due to a leg injury, Robins manager Lee Johnson spoke of his big loss on and off the field. Advantage Queens Park Rangers?
Tigers boss Grant McCann is spoilt for choice this weekend with virtually a full squad to choose from. On the other hand, Brentford have lost some keys players this summer, however, hold aspirations of grabbing a playoff spot.placeholder image
Tigers boss Grant McCann is spoilt for choice this weekend with virtually a full squad to choose from. On the other hand, Brentford have lost some keys players this summer, however, hold aspirations of grabbing a playoff spot.
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