Hello, and welcome to another edition of 'Claridge Kicks Off', the Football League video blog where Steve Claridge tackles all the big talking points in the Championship, League One and League Two.
This week, in his final blog of 2010, Steve looks ahead to the frantic festive period that, weather permitting, will see teams play four games in nine days between Boxing Day and 3 January and discusses the effects such an intense spell of action will have on teams and individual players as the season starts to take shape.
Steve also reflects on Leeds' charge up the Championship table and takes a look at a much needed win for a manager under pressure at the other end of the division, Ipswich's Roy Keane.
And he gives his take on Bristol Rovers' decision to , and discusses following Gary Speed's departure as manager to take charge of Wales.
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Hello, and welcome to another edition of 'Claridge Kicks Off', the Football League video blog where Steve Claridge tackles all the big talking points in the Championship, League One and League Two.
This week, Steve starts by looking back at the fall-out from a feisty encounter between League One high-flyers Huddersfield and Brighton last weekend, and reflects on QPR's defensive shortcomings in their first Championship defeat of the season at the hands of Watford on Friday.
He also gives his take on the transformation in Leicester City's fortunes since Sven-Goran Eriksson took charge at the start of October, and considers the Foxes' promotion chances.
Steve discusses Bradford City's prospects in League Two and looks at young Bantams' midfielder Dave Syers, as well as the potential of Notts County's on-loan midfielder Thomas Ince, son of Magpies boss Paul Ince.
And he previews Saturday's big game in League Two between Port Vale, who are second-top, and Barnet, who are second-bottom.
You can submit your questions for Steve below, or . He will answer them on a future 'Claridge Kicks Off' rather than posting a reply.
Non-UK users can see a special international version of Steve's video blog .
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Hello, and welcome to another edition of 'Claridge Kicks Off', the Football League video blog where Steve Claridge tackles all the big talking points in the Championship, League One and League Two.
This week, Steve talks about the consequences of , and explains why a winter break would not help matters.
He tracks the progress of Crystal Palace's exciting young right-back over the last few months, and gives his view on the promotion prospects of the two Welsh clubs, Cardiff and Swansea, at the top of the Championship.
Steve looks at the part Leeds United frontman Luciano Becchio is playing in their push for the Premier League, reflects on Swindon's recent upturn in form, helped by their prolific striker Charlie Austin, and he also previews Friday night's live ´óÏó´«Ã½ game between QPR and Watford in the Championship.
You can submit your questions for Steve below, or . He will answer them on a future 'Claridge Kicks Off' rather than posting a reply.
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Hello, welcome to another edition of 'Claridge Kicks Off', the Football League video blog where Steve Claridge tackles all the big talking points in the Championship, League One and League Two.
This week, Steve starts by discussing the form team in the Championship - Bristol City. Keith Millen's team recorded their biggest win of the season by and are now climbing the table after a slow start to the campaign.
Milan Mandaric is , with the deal expected to go through on 14 December. Steve was sacked as manager of Portsmouth by Mandaric and gives his take on the man that Owls supporters hope will improve the fortunes of their club.
Steve also looks at , Saturday's game between Derby and Norwich and the folly of playing in the snow.
You can submit your questions for Steve below, or . He will answer them on a future 'Claridge Kicks Off' rather than posting a reply.
Non-UK users can see a special international version of Steve's video blog .
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The ´óÏó´«Ã½'s Football League expert Steve Claridge played more than 800 matches for 15 clubs over the course of a 24-year playing career. You can see him give his expert opinion alongside Manish Bhasin on the Football League Show every Saturday, but this is your chance to get him talking about the subject of your choice. Submit your question for Steve on or by posting it below.
