Daryl Murphy’s brace proves crucial for Ipswich

The final day of the Championship brought contrasting emotions for the Irish as the title and the identity of the last two teams to reach the play-offs was decided.

Daryl  Murphy’s brace proves crucial for Ipswich

Ipswich and Derby began the weekend in the final play-off spots but Brentford and Wolves retained top six hopes.

Ultimately, it was Brentford and Ipswich who squeezed over the line. Defeats for Ipswich and Derby allowed Brentford leapfrog both after a 3-0 win over Wigan set up a play-off semi-final against Middlesbrough.

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