Follow live coverage as Sheffield United face Bristol City in the Championship today. An increasingly competitive second tier in English football remains an intense and exciting competition, with the prize of a place in the Premier League on offer at the end of the season.

Bristol City aim to keep their play off hopes alive as they visit title chasers Sheffield United on Tuesday (20:00 GMT). The Robins are two points shy of West Bromwich Albion in sixth and could climb as high as fifth if neither Baggies or Coventry City can pick up wins in their respective matches.

Both aiming to extend strong runs of form at the top end of the Championship table, Sheffield United and Bristol City will square off at Bramall Lane on Tuesday. The hosts moved level with league leaders Leeds United with a victory at the weekend, while their visitors trail the final playoff place by just two points.