Lampard and Hellberg Among Nominees for EFL Manager of the Season Award

The nominees for the EFL Championship Manager of the Season Award have been announced, with Frank Lampard, Alex Neil, Sergej Jakirovic, and Kim Hellberg making the shortlist. The winners will be revealed at the 2026 EFL Awards ceremony on April 19, which will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Football. The EFL Championship Manager of the Season award recognizes the most outstanding manager in the Championship, with the winner being selected from a pool of talented candidates. The nominees have demonstrated exceptional leadership and tactical prowess, guiding their teams to impressive performances throughout the season. The EFL Awards also include the EFL Championship Player of the Season award, which will be contested by Hayden Hackney, Carl Rushworth, Femi Azeez, and Zan Vipotnik. The Player of the Season award honors the most exceptional player in the Championship, with the winner being chosen based on their impressive performances and contributions to their team's success. In addition to the Manager and Player of the Season awards, the EFL Awards will also recognize the EFL Young Player of the Season, the EFL Teams of the Season, and the EFL Goal of the Season. The Contribution to League Football and Sir Tom Finney awards will also be presented, honoring individuals who have made significant contributions to the sport. Other awards include the Community Club of the Season, the Community Player of the Season, and the EFL Environmental Award, among others.