Leeds and Burnley are one step away from sealing promotion to the Premier League, as both clubs pulled off crucial wins on Friday to stay ahead in the Championship title race. With just a few fixtures remaining, the battle for the top spots is intensifying—and the latest market trends show no sign of slowing down.

Burnley Bounce Back, Set for Promotion Push

Burnley’s impressive 2-1 comeback win at Watford, courtesy of goals from Zian Flemming and Josh Brownhill, extended their unbeaten run to a staggering 30 league matches—matching a long-standing club record. The Clarets now have a golden chance to clinch promotion with a victory over Sheffield United on Monday at Turf Moor.

“I’m immensely proud of this group and what we have done this year. We are very close now,” said manager Scott Parker. “On Monday night we can get this done.”

Leeds Edge Ahead on Goal Difference

Meanwhile, Leeds reclaimed the top spot—albeit on goal difference—with a gritty 1-0 win at Oxford. Manor Solomon netted the game’s only goal in the 33rd minute, keeping their title hopes alive. If Burnley avoid defeat against Sheffield United and Leeds defeat Stoke, both teams will secure automatic promotion.

Play-off Drama: Sheffield United Hold On, Coventry and Boro in the Mix

Sheffield United bounced back from a rough patch with a 2-0 victory over Cardiff, thanks to Gustavo Hamer and Ben Brereton Diaz. That win ensures Chris Wilder’s men will finish no lower than third, keeping the pressure on the leaders.

“It’s been a really emotionally draining week for everybody,” Wilder admitted. “It was absolutely vital we got the three points.”

In the race for play-off spots, Bristol City beat Sunderland 2-1 to open a four-point cushion. Frank Lampard’s Coventry also stayed firm in sixth with a solid 2-0 win over West Brom. Meanwhile, Middlesbrough kept their hopes alive with a dramatic stoppage-time penalty from Tommy Conway in a 2-1 win over Plymouth.

Relegation Watch: Luton Strike Back

At the bottom of the table, Luton earned a crucial 1-0 win against fellow strugglers Derby, giving them a much-needed lift in their bid to avoid consecutive relegations.

As the final fixtures approach, fans and clubs alike are watching market trends closely. With the Nifty title within reach and a bank rally of wins boosting morale, the race to the Premier League is delivering top-tier drama.