4 things we learned from a frantic and enthralling EFL weekend

Newcastle United pip Brighton to the Championship title

Rafael Benitez has delivered what Newcastle United set out to achieve, having not only guided the Magpies to an immediate return to the Premier League, but claiming the league title outright.

The Tyneside outfit put three past Barnsley in front of their expectant home faithful of St James’ Park, which saw them pip Brighton and Hove Albion by a solitary point, after the Seagulls were held at Aston Villa.

Goals from Ayoze Perez, Chancel Mbemba and Dwight Gayle sent Newcastle on their way to a third straight win, which ultimately wrapped up the title.