The Championship once again served up a weekend full of drama, with big away wins, hard-fought clean sheets and impressive comebacks taking centre stage.

With the promotion race heating up and every point carrying real importance at both ends of the table, another action-packed round has brought fresh twists to the season.

Using WhoScored.com's statistically calculated ratings, here is the Championship Team of the Week from the latest round of fixtures.

Lee Nicholls (Preston North End) – 8.55 Rating

Lee Nicholls made eight saves in Preston’s 1-0 win over Southampton, the most of any goalkeeper in the Championship this weekend.

Five of those came from inside the box, the second-most of the round and one behind Swansea’s Lawrence Vigouroux.

It was his league debut, with Graham Alexander dropping the out-of-form Daniel Iversen. Southampton finished with 89 per cent possession and 20 shots, yet were limited to two big chances, and Nicholls dealt with everything on target, including a one-handed stop from Wellington.

He also added two clearances and won two aerial duels, which shows how comfortably he handled the crosses Southampton kept sending in.

With this result, Preston ended a torrid run of having gone 273 days without a clean sheet.

Brayann Pereira (West Bromwich Albion) – 8.42 Rating

Brayann Pereira’s 8.42 is his second-highest rating on WhoScored and his best since 2024.

The numbers explain why. He created three chances, one of them a big chance, with a second-half cross that picked out Aune Heggebo, and he won 12 duels in total, including four in the air.

His defensive work was just as busy: four tackles, one clearance and one blocked shot. Add three successful dribbles, and it is the profile of a right-back who both contained Millwall and gave West Brom an outlet on the flank.

Albion kept a clean sheet and scored three times after the break, and Pereira was involved at both ends of the pitch throughout.

Ruairi McConville (Norwich City) – 7.96 Rating

Ruairi McConville’s 7.96 comes from sheer defensive volume in Norwich’s 5-0 win at Bristol City.

He made five clearances, three interceptions, two tackles and a blocked shot, and he won seven duels, five of them in the air.

Bristol’s best chance came when Scott Twine volleyed straight at Dan Grimshaw from six yards, and little else reached the Norwich goal from open play.

Norwich have now scored nine goals without reply across their last two away games, following the 4-0 win at Derby in midweek, and McConville’s aerial and clearance numbers show how well the back line managed Bristol’s long throws and set-pieces.

Harry Darling (Norwich City) – 9.06 Rating

Harry Darling’s 9.06 rating was the highest in Norwich City’s 5-0 win over Bristol City.

It was also the highest rating of his career and the first time he has crossed the 9.0 mark on WhoScored. The centre-back made his mark at both ends of the pitch, scoring with his only shot of the game.

He was equally impressive defensively, making seven clearances, blocking two shots and winning two tackles.

Darling also won seven duels, including three in the air.

It was a complete performance from the Norwich defender, who combined a goal with a commanding display at the back to earn a career-best rating.

Jack Robinson (Derby County) – 7.87 Rating

Jack Robinson’s 7.87 rating came after a memorable first start for Derby County against Bolton.

The defender made a big impact at both ends of the pitch, scoring with his only shot of the game to help his side secure a 3-1 win.

He also contributed one key pass, completed a successful dribble and made four tackles. Robinson won eight duels in total, including three in the air, and added a clearance to his defensive efforts.

It was an impressive all-round display from the Derby full-back, whose goal helped turn a difficult night into a much-needed victory.

Millenic Alli (Charlton Athletic) – 8.00 Rating

Millenic Alli was involved in both goals as Charlton beat Sheffield United 2-1 to end their 11-game winless run.

He opened the scoring with a goal from his only three shots and then provided the assist for Matty Godden's winner.

Alli also made two key passes, including one big chance created, while contributing two clearances, two interceptions and a tackle.

It was an important all-round display from the summer signing, who gave Charlton the attacking spark they needed to get back to winning ways.

Rúben Rodrigues (Bolton Wanderers) – 8.38 Rating

Rúben Rodrigues was the standout performer for Bolton despite their 3-1 defeat to Derby County.

He scored with one of his two shots and created five key passes, including a big chance. That was the joint-highest total in the Championship this gameweek alongside Isaac Price.

Rodrigues also made four tackles, an interception and a successful dribble, while winning nine duels.

Bolton ultimately let their first-half advantage slip, but Rodrigues did more than enough to earn his place in the team of the week.

Jayson Molumby (West Bromwich Albion) – 8.34 Rating

Jayson Molumby delivered a fine performance in West Brom's 3-0 victory over Millwall, scoring once and providing an assist.

He registered two shots and two key passes, while also contributing four clearances and a tackle.

The midfielder won three aerial duels and six duels overall, showing his value at both ends of the pitch. His goal and assist capped an influential display as West Brom scored three times after the break.

Isaac Price (West Bromwich Albion) – 8.96 Rating

Isaac Price produced one of the standout midfield performances of the weekend, recording a goal and an assist in West Brom's win over Millwall.

He scored with his only shot of the game and also provided five key passes, including two big chances created.

No player created more big chances in the Championship this gameweek, with Carlton Morris matching his tally.

Price also made two clearances and won two aerial duels. His 8.96 rating was the highest among the midfielders in this team of the week, underlining his influence on West Brom's impressive victory.

Jay Stansfield (Birmingham City) – 8.58 Rating

Jay Stansfield was the match-winner for Birmingham City, scoring both goals in their 2-1 victory over Swansea.

He was the busiest shooter in the Championship this weekend, registering seven attempts – more than any other player.

Stansfield also made two key passes, created a big chance and won two aerial duels.

His second goal arrived just three minutes from time, securing all three points and sending Birmingham to the top of the table.

With seven shots and two goals, he was a constant threat throughout.

Carlton Morris (Derby County) – 8.35 Rating

Carlton Morris played a key role in Derby's comeback victory over Bolton, providing an assist and helping create another goal.

He registered three key passes and created two big chances, the joint-highest total in the division this weekend alongside Isaac Price.

Morris was also dominant in the air, winning 11 aerial duels and 12 duels overall. Only Christoph Klarer, with 12 aerial duels won, bettered his tally.

He added two clearances as well, rounding off a performance that showed his importance to Derby's attack and their ability to turn the game around.

WhoScored's Sky Bet Championship Team of the Week

WhoScored's Sky Bet Championship Team of the Week