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Opponents predict league finishes and what they expect from Luton Part 2: Oxford United to West Brom
We asked fans of some of our Championship opponents where they think they will finish, who their star player will be and what they are expecting from Luton. We tried our hand at predicting others!
Opponents predict league finishes and what they expect from Luton Part 1: Blackburn to Norwich
We asked fans of some of our Championship opponents where they think they will finish, who their star player will be and what they are expecting from Luton.
GW1 Selection: Season Opener Dilemmas
So here we go again. The English Football League is upon us, this time for the 2024/2025 edition of what promises to be another interesting campaign across all three leagues. This season is also the first ever to have a Fantasy game for fans to play and show their knowledge, so for Fantasy addicts like me there’s even more excitement!
3 things we learnt from the Celta Vigo friendly
Luton’s final pre season game ended in a 3-1 defeat to Celta Vigo. Here are three observations from the game.
Breaking Down Fantasy EFL - 5 Key Differences
Picking out the five key differences between FPL and the EFL’s new Fantasy game, and how that could impact the way you play the game.
1 thing Edwards wishes he knew going into the premier league season and the 1 moment that changed it
The Hatters went into the 2023/24 Premier League season as huge underdogs following what was considered a surprise promotion in May 2023. In the end, however, Luton Town were considered many people’s ‘second team’ because of their approach to many of their games against considerably stronger opposition.
Rob sheds light on Lockyer Incident, his pride, and their special bond
It’s been more than seven months since that harrowing day down at the Vitaly Stadium, when promotion-winning captain Tom Lockyer suffered a second severe incident on a football pitch. In an touching interview with Jake Humphrey and Damian Hughes on their High Performance podcast Rob shared his memories on the events that transpired that day.
Looking at three midfield options that could push Luton Town to promotion
Luton Town faces an arduous Championship season needing central midfield reinforcements. With Barkley, Lokonga, and Berry gone, Shandon Baptiste has joined, but more midfielders are needed.