The 11 HUGE fixtures that will define Luton Town's nerve-shredding relegation battle

We're now less than ten days away from the 2019/20 Championship's return. While it's the promotion and play-off race that tends to dominate the wider discussion, this year the relegation battle is looking particularly compelling, with around eight sides likely to be embroiled in the scrap.

By Richie Boon

Published 11th Jun 2020, 14:00 BST

Updated 11th Jun 2020, 14:27 BST

Here's a look at eleven matches that will define Luton Town's bid to maintain their second tier status, including some of the Hatters' key clashes, as well as those of their rivals.

1. QPR v Barnsley - 20th June

Barnsley's chances of survival are mighty slim, and it'll take a miracle to see them escape the drop-zone. A loss in their first match and it could be 'game over' for the Tykes. They've lost seven of their last ten against QPR. Photo: Jordan Mansfield

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2. Hull City v Charlton Athletic - June 20th

An absolute cracker to kick things off, as 21st face 22nd at the KCOM Stadium. A loss for the hosts, and the relegation battle will be blown right open. Photo: James Chance

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3. Stoke City v Middlesbrough - June 27th

Boro have failed to win at Stoke in their last three attempts, but with the home advantage now seemingly out the window in behind-closed-doors matches, it could be a different story on this occasion. Photo: George Wood

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4. Wigan Athletic v Blackburn Rovers - June 27th

Blackburn are right up there among the contenders for the final play-off spot, and could prove a real obstacle for the Latics. Wigan have beaten them just once in their last five attempts. Photo: Charlotte Tattersall

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