Championship Team of the Season: Surprising Selections and Standout Performers
Despite Leeds United’s dominance at the top of the Championship, their players are notably absent from the team of the season so far. Instead, Sunderland leads the pack with three representatives in this WhoScored ratings-based selection.
Viktor Johansson has proven to be an exceptional signing for Stoke City, showcasing his goalkeeping prowess despite the team’s struggles near the relegation zone. His performances have justified the summer transfer decision, though Stoke’s bottom-half position seems likely to persist.
In defense, Sunderland’s duo Trai Hume and Dennis Cirkin have been outstanding. Hume’s four goal involvements have boosted his rating, while Cirkin continues his impressive development since leaving Tottenham. Jimmy Dunne of QPR and Bristol City’s Luke McNally complete the defensive lineup, with both players crucial to their respective teams’ campaigns.
Midfield Talent and Attacking Prowess
The midfield features some exciting talents:
• Shea Charles (Sheffield Wednesday) – Southampton loanee proving invaluable
• Jobe Bellingham (Sunderland) – Following in his brother’s footsteps with impressive performances
• Romain Esse (Millwall to Crystal Palace) – Rising star commanding a club-record fee
• Finn Azaz (Middlesbrough) – Outstanding contribution with 8 goals and 7 assists in 12 matches
In attack, Norwich City’s Borja Sainz leads the scoring charts with 15 goals and three assists, while West Brom’s Josh Maja, despite recent injury setbacks, has shown his goalscoring abilities with impressive early-season form.
Notable performers like Jimmy Dunne and Luke McNally have been instrumental in their teams’ defensive stability, while attacking talents such as Borja Sainz continue to light up the league with consistent performances.
