Overview

• Stoke City lost 2-0 to Sheffield United, leaving them dependent on results elsewhere or a win at Derby County next week to avoid relegation.
• Hull City, sitting two points above the relegation zone, must defeat Derby County at home on Saturday to secure their Championship status.
• Derby County, level on goal difference with Hull but ahead on goals scored, also needs points to ensure survival before the final matchday.
• Hull City's January signings, including standout loanee Joe Gelhardt, have boosted their squad, but injuries have limited the impact of others.
• Goal difference and goals scored remain critical factors in the relegation battle, with multiple teams still vying to avoid the drop.