Championship play-offs change explained: How revamped 2026/27 format from top six to top eight will work

The English Football League Championship play-offs will be expanded from four to six teams starting in the 2026/27 season, increasing the number of qualifying clubs from four to six (top six instead of current top six with four play-off spots, moving to a top-eight format). The revamped format will introduce eliminator matches as part of the restructured competition. Sky Sports will broadcast the games live as part of their EFL coverage.