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Stoke's season so far: are they exceeding expectations in the EFL?

Stoke City's performance this campaign is under the spotlight in the latest EFL coverage.

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Stoke City·News·2026-10-30 09:46 UTC

Stoke City's performance this campaign is under the spotlight in the latest EFL coverage. The discussion centres on whether the Potters have outperformed what was expected of them.

Why it mattersStoke City sit ninth in the Championship after 12 matches, with 20 points and five behind leaders Middlesbrough, prompting debate over whether they are exceeding expectations.