"While Bristol City might have failed to make any kind of play-off impact back in May, the Robins haven't shown any signs of a hangover this time around. Despite watching their EFL Cup adventure come to an end following a 2-0 defeat against Premier League outfit Fulham on August 27th, Gerhard Struber's men have embarked on a real Championship flurry."
"Last seen marking their return from September's international break with a stellar 3-0 romp away at Sheffield Wednesday, the former Barnsley boss has seen his squad gain a string of ladies. In fact, Sunday's hosts opened this weekend's fixtures sat just a single point adrift of breaking into the automatic promotion spots. Heading into September's fortnight interval with an action-packed 4-2 win at home against Hull, Bristol City are unbeaten in all of their first five Championship showdowns."
"Although Oxford might have successfully clung to their Championship status last season, Gary Rowett's men appear to have a real battle on their hands this time around. Despite playing out consecutive 2-2 stalemates against Leicester and Coventry on either side of September's international break, the Yellows have registered just two points from their first five Championship appearances and they are widely regarded as a standout relegation contender this year."
Manchester United will host Chelsea on Sunday while Championship focus falls on Bristol City aiming to extend a strong start. Bristol City exited the EFL Cup with a 2-0 loss to Fulham but have produced impressive league results, including a 4-1 opening win over Sheffield United and a 3-0 victory at Sheffield Wednesday. Gerhard Struber's side are unbeaten in their first five Championship matches and sit close to the automatic promotion positions after a 4-2 home win over Hull. Oxford United retained Championship status last season but have just two points from five games and look an early relegation candidate under Gary Rowett.
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