Jarrod Bowen shone for West Ham United, scoring twice in their thrilling 3-2 victory over Bolton Wanderers on October 7, 2023. This win propelled West Ham to the top of the Championship, leading on goal difference. Bowen's first goal came early in the match, just 13 minutes in, and he sealed the win with a second goal 13 minutes before the final whistle, marking West Ham's first victory at Bolton in 31 years.

The game saw Bolton initially equalize thanks to Ethan Erhahon, who netted his first goal for the club. Ruben Rodrigues then converted a penalty in the 27th minute, putting Bolton ahead. However, Konstantinos Mavropanos equalized for West Ham with a 31st-minute header before Bowen completed the comeback.

In other Championship action, Cyle Larin scored his fifth goal of the season as Southampton defeated Swansea City 3-1, maintaining an impressive 13-match unbeaten streak at St Mary’s. Larin's goals came alongside contributions from Finn Azaz and Leo Scienza.

Watford rebounded from a poor first half, securing a 2-1 win over Preston North End. After falling behind to Callum Lang's early goal, Watford responded with two second-half strikes from Edo Kayembe and Mamadou Doumbia.

Wrexham remained winless at home, settling for a 1-1 draw against a struggling Burnley. Jacques Ekomie equalized after Zeki Amdouni's first-half opener, but neither side gained ground in their promotion pursuits.

Lastly, Sheffield United returned to form with a 2-1 win at Blackburn Rovers. Despite Blackburn’s early lead from Kristi Montgomery, the Blades turned the game around with goals from Tom Cannon and Sydie Peck before halftime.