Middlesbrough's Will Lankshear is on fire, scoring two goals in a 3-0 win over Charlton Athletic. This takes his tally to 13 in 13 league games since his £20m summer move from Tottenham. Aaron McLean, a former Peterborough United and Hull City striker, praises Lankshear's form, saying he has an 'X-factor' that sets him apart. McLean believes Lankshear's consistency will make him a target for bigger clubs, but for now, he should focus on helping Middlesbrough get promoted to the Premier League. In contrast, West Ham United's home form is a concern, as they conceded three goals for the second consecutive Saturday, losing to West Bromwich Albion. This is their third Championship defeat this season, all of which have come at home. McLean questions whether West Ham's players are paying enough respect to their opponents or if they are vulnerable to early goals. Southampton are doing well in the Championship, with a convincing 4-1 win over QPR leaving them in fifth place. The team has overcome their four-point deduction from last season and is now looking strong under manager Tonda Eckert. McLean praises the team's unity and motivation, saying they have put last season's Spygate controversy behind them. Luton Town has won four consecutive league matches, their best run since February 2019. They are now in fourth place in League One and will face leaders Huddersfield Town on Tuesday. McLean believes Luton has the potential to be a top-two contender, but their consistency needs improvement. Fleetwood Town has bounced back from their Carabao Cup win over Arsenal with a 3-1 victory over Bristol Rovers. The team is now in a good position to face Everton in the quarter-finals, and McLean praises their resilience and determination.
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