Across this evening, Saturday, Sunday and Monday, fans will be treated to a full second-tier fixture list as we prepare ourselves for another season of highs and lows. 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:
1. Blackburn Rovers v Charlton Athletic
Bolstered by the arrival of Chelsea midfielder Conor Gallagher on loan on Friday, newly-promoted Charlton mark their Championship return against Blackburn, who are expected to have another steady season under Tony Mowbray. Photo: Naomi Baker
2. Millwall v Preston North End
Alex Neil has made no secret of his desire to lead Preston into the play-offs. Indeed, one player who will be pivotal to that is fans favourite David Nugent, however, his second debut is set to be delayed due to a knee injury. Photo: Alex Livesey
3. Swansea City v Hull City
In Grant McCann's first game in charge, Hull City will be hoping Swansea are suffering a somewhat Oli McBurnie hangover after the striker’s move to Sheffield United. Tom Eaves could also feature for his debut. Photo: Stu Forster
4. Wigan Athletic v Cardiff City
While new Wigan mascot Crusty the Pie has stolen the headlines, number one target Jamal Lowe is expected to play his part against Neil Warnock’s promotion-chasing Cardiff City. Kieffer Moore could watch from the stands. Photo: UGC