West Bromwich Albion sacked manager Eric Ramsay after just 44 days, extending their winless run to ten games and leaving them perilously close to relegation. First-team coach James Morrison takes interim charge for Saturday's crucial six-pointer against Oxford United, a game that could see them drop into the relegation zone if Leicester win. Ramsay's departure underscores the high stakes, with the Baggies facing four playoff contenders before season's end.

Meanwhile, Walsall, under Kevin Nolan, remain winless in five games and face Shrewsbury, needing a win to escape the League One drop zone. Their situation echoes last season's collapse from a 15-point cushion. At the other end, MK Dons' attacking prowess (62 goals) clashes with Cambridge's stingy defense (26 conceded), a clash that could decide the League Two title race.