As ever, with some key games to watch out for, we preview the main talking points ahead of the midweek Championship fixture list. Scroll and click through the pages:

1. New managers face-off
Cardiff City and Stoke City clash in Wales - both clubs who have undergone different transformations in recent weeks with the appointment of Neil Harris and Michael ONell, respectively. | Getty

2. Relegation six-pointer
Its now 10 games since Middlesbrough last tasted victory and face a massive game against bottom-of-the-table Barnsley. Win, and they go eight points clear of the Tykes, lose and just two points separate the pair. | Getty

3. Mark Warburton faces old club Forest
While Nottingham Forest need a result to maintain their position in the play-offs, much of the focus on the game has been on the return of QPR manager Mark Warburton to his old club, who admitted he was angry at his sacking. | Getty

4. Swansea chief demands reaction
Swans boss Steve Cooper will undoubtedly be demanding a reaction from his players after the 1-0 home defeat at Millwall on Saturday was their fourth at the Liberty Stadium this season. | Getty

