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Second Tier - The Championship Football Podcast
Welcome to the business end - Second Tier Preview Show
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Ryan Dilks and Justin Peach look ahead to the weekend’s action in the Championship with the Preview Show sponsored by SBK.
A blockbuster game at Bramall Lane!
Can Leeds get back on track?
A relegation six-pointer at Hull!
An incredible new jingle!
It’s the Second Tier.
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