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| Current League Standings | P | GD | PTS | |
| 17 | Birmingham City | 25 | -2 | 31 |
| 18 | West Bromwich Albion | 25 | -5 | 31 |
| 19 | Charlton Athletic | 24 | -7 | 28 |
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