Lampard and Hellberg Shortlisted for EFL Championship Manager of the Season

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 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 chosen based on their team's performance throughout the season. Lampard, who has led Coventry City to the top of the table, is joined by Neil (Millwall), Jakirovic (Hull City), and Hellberg (Middlesbrough) in the running for the award. The EFL Championship Player of the Season award will also be presented, with nominees including Hayden Hackney (Middlesbrough), Carl Rushworth (Coventry City), Femi Azeez (Millwall), and Zan Vipotnik (Swansea City). The League One and League Two Manager and Player of the Season awards will also be announced, with several managers and players shortlisted for the honors. The EFL Young Player of the Season awards will be presented divisionally, while the EFL Teams of the Season and Goal of the Season will be revealed on the night. The Contribution to League Football and Sir Tom Finney awards will also be given out, recognizing individuals who have made significant contributions to the sport. Several off-the-pitch awards will also be presented, including the Community Club of the Season, Community Player of the Season, and Environmental Award.