Championship Predictions

Coventry

Coventry

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

1 April 2024

15:00

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Cardiff

Cardiff

High-flying Coventry City will be aiming to extend their winning run to five games in all competitions when they take on Cardiff City on Monday afternoon. The Sky Blues have been scoring goals for fun of late and they are likely to stick to their attacking style of play. A man to keep an eye on in the home team will be Ellis Simms, who has found his goal-scoring touch. Both ... Read More...

This match will be played on 1 April 2024 at 15:00

Birmingham City

Birmingham City

Prediction:
0-2

Match Time & Date:

1 April 2024

15:00

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Preston

Preston

St. Andrew’s Stadium will host Monday’s football game between Birmingham City and Preston, the two teams with entirely different ambitions for the season finale. The Blues are desperate to secure the Championship survival, but given their four-game losing run in the league, home win should not be considered. Japan midfielder Koji Miyoshi is widely expected to return to t ... Read More...

This match will be played on 1 April 2024 at 15:00

Leicester

Leicester

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

1 April 2024

12:30

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Norwich

Norwich

All eyes will be on King Power Stadium when Leicester City and Norwich City take on each other in the Championship derby on Easter Monday. The Foxes aim to recover from a shocking 1-0 loss to Bristol City and they are likely to go all guns blazing at the Canaries. Callum Doyle is back from suspension, while all Thomas Cannon, Ben Nelson, and Kasey McAteer are sidelined with ... Read More...

This match will be played on 1 April 2024 at 12:30

Watford

Watford

Prediction:
1-3

Match Time & Date:

29 March 2024

20:00

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Leeds United

Leeds United

Friday’s football game between Watford and Leeds United will bring down the curtain on the Championship round 39. The Hornets aim to build on a hard-fought 1-0 win over Birmingham City, but seeing that they have little to play for in the season finale, home win should not be considered. Wesley Hoedt serves the second of his two-game ban, while all Ken Seam, Jamal Lewis, an ... Read More...

This match will be played on 29 March 2024 at 20:00

Blackburn Rovers

Blackburn Rovers

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

29 March 2024

17:30

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Ipswich

Ipswich

Ewood Park will be the centre of attention when Blackburn Rovers and Ipswich Town lock horns in the Championship round 39. The Riversiders failed to win the previous eight league matches and they face yet another tough challenge against the promotion hopefuls. As Iceland international Arnor Sigurdsson suffered a serious injury in the EURO 2024 playoff semi-final against Isra ... Read More...

This match will be played on 29 March 2024 at 17:30

Southampton

Southampton

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

29 March 2024

15:00

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Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough

All eyes will be on St. Mary’s Stadium when Southampton and Middlesbrough square off against each other in the Championship derby. The Saints aim to build on back-to-back wins over Birmingham City (4-3) and Sunderland (4-2) and they are likely to stick to their attacking style of play. Both Juan Larios and Ross Stewart remain on the sidelines with injuries, while Kyle Walk ... Read More...

This match will be played on 29 March 2024 at 15:00

Sheffield Wednesday

Sheffield Wednesday

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

29 March 2024

15:00

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Swansea

Swansea

After suffering an embarrassing 6-0 loss to Ipswich Town before the international break, Sheffield Wednesday will look to give fans some cheer when they take on Swansea City on Matchday 39. The Owls are sitting in the relegation zone ahead of Friday’s clash, but a win over Swansea could see them move away from the bottom three. All Josh Windass, Callum Paterson, Kristian P ... Read More...

This match will be played on 29 March 2024 at 15:00

QPR

QPR

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

29 March 2024

15:00

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Birmingham City

Birmingham City

Queens Park Rangers will be aiming to put an end to their three-game winless in the Championship when they take on Birmingham City on Matchday 39. The Hoops are only one point clear of the relegation zone, meaning that Friday’s clash against the fellow strugglers is of big importance for the home side. Ilias Chair is unlikely to feature against Birmingham City, while both ... Read More...

This match will be played on 29 March 2024 at 15:00

Preston

Preston

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

29 March 2024

15:00

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Rotherham

Rotherham

Buoyed by a hard-fought 1-0 win over Plymouth, Preston will be aiming to stay in the playoffs race when they welcome Rotherham United to their Deepdale on Friday afternoon. The Lilywhites failed to win the previous three home games, but they will not have a better chance than this to return to winning ways in the English second tier. Robbie Brady is a major doubt, while both ... Read More...

This match will be played on 29 March 2024 at 15:00

Norwich

Norwich

Prediction:
3-1

Match Time & Date:

29 March 2024

15:00

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Plymouth

Plymouth

Norwich City play host to Plymouth at their Carrow Road on day 39 of the current Championship campaign. The Canaries aim to build on back-to-back wins over Rotherham United (5-0) and Stoke City (3-0) and they are likely to stick to their attacking style of play. A man to keep an eye on in the home team will be experienced forward Ashley Barnes, who has found his goal-scoring ... Read More...

This match will be played on 29 March 2024 at 15:00

Hull City

Hull City

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

29 March 2024

15:00

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Stoke City

Stoke City

Following four consecutive draws in the Championship, Hull City will be looking to stay in the playoffs race when they take on Stoke City at MKM Stadium on Matchday 39. The Tigers played out a 2-2 draw with Leicester City before the international break, but they need to return to winning ways as soon as possible if they are to secure a top-six finish. Forward Liam Delap is s ... Read More...

This match will be played on 29 March 2024 at 15:00

Huddersfield

Huddersfield

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

29 March 2024

15:00

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Coventry

Coventry

John Smith’s Stadium will host Friday’s football game between Huddersfield Town and Coventry City, the two teams with entirely different ambitions for the season finale. The Terriers are desperate to avoid relegation and we are positive that they will leave their hearts on the field this time out. Wales forward Sorba Thomas misses out through suspension, while all Tom Le ... Read More...

This match will be played on 29 March 2024 at 15:00

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Bojan Jovanovic • Football expert
10 September 2026 • 12:56 UTC • 1 min read
Championship Predictions

Weekly Championship Betting Tips

Below you’ll find our weekly Championship tips across the most important football betting markets, including Correct Score, BTTS, Over/Under 1.5 Goals, Total Shots on Target, and Match Result.

Championship Betting Tips

MatchBetting tips
Sheffield UnitedSheffield UnitedWolvesWolves13/09/2026, 12:00
  • Correct Score: 2-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Draw
Bristol CityBristol CityLincolnLincoln15/09/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
MIddlesbroughMIddlesbroughMillwallMillwall15/09/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
Bristol CityBristol CityWatfordWatford18/09/2026, 20:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
CardiffCardiffCharltonCharlton19/09/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
MillwallMillwallWest HamWest Ham19/09/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
Stoke CityStoke CitySheffield UnitedSheffield United19/09/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Birmingham CityBirmingham CityMiddlesbroughMiddlesbrough19/09/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
BurnleyBurnleyDerbyDerby19/09/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: No
  • Total SoT: Over 2.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
LincolnLincolnSwanseaSwansea19/09/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Draw
PortsmouthPortsmouthBlackburn RoversBlackburn Rovers19/09/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
QPRQPRPrestonPreston19/09/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
WrexhamWrexhamSouthamptonSouthampton19/09/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Draw
WolvesWolvesWest BromwichWest Bromwich20/09/2026, 12:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
NorwichNorwichBoltonBolton20/09/2026, 13:30
  • Correct Score: 3-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Home Win

EFL Championship Betting Stats and Data

To support your Championship tips and betting decisions, FootballPredictions.com tracks five years of historical Championship statistics. These long-term trends provide the foundation for our weekly predictions across the Championship’s key markets.

Championship Stats (2026/2027)

Team Type Average Goals Scored
Home Teams 1.65
Away Teams 1.24
Total (Combined) 2.89
31.2 min/Goal (231 Goals in 80 matches)
41% Clean Sheets (33 times out of 80 matches)
68% Both Teams Scored (54 times out of 80 matches)
Outcome (Full-Time Result) % of Matches
Home Win 43%
Draw 29%
Away Win 28%
Goals % of Matches Over
Over 0.5 91%
Over 1.5 81%
Over 2.5 64%
Over 3.5 35%
Over 4.5 11%
Goals % of Matches Under
Under 0.5 9%
Under 1.5 19%
Under 2.5 36%
Under 3.5 65%
Under 4.5 89%
Championship Match Stats (2026/2027)
Shots Per Match 26.78
Shots / Match (Home) 14.24
Shots / Match (Away) 12.54
Fouls Per Match 21.79
Fouls / Match (Home) 10.63
Fouls / Match (Away) 11.16
Offsides Per Match 4.3
Players Participated 643

Championship Regular Season

Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts Last 5
1 West Ham United 7 4 2 1 20 9 +11 14 DWWWW
2 Southampton 7 4 2 1 18 8 +10 14 WDDWW
3 Swansea City 7 4 2 1 11 5 +6 14 WWDLW
4 West Bromwich Albion 7 4 2 1 10 7 +3 14 LDWWD
5 Middlesbrough 6 4 1 1 12 8 +4 13 LWDWW
6 Queens Park Rangers 7 3 3 1 8 5 +3 12 WWLDD
7 Charlton Athletic 7 3 3 1 6 7 -1 12 WDLDD
8 Birmingham City 7 2 4 1 10 9 +1 10 WDDLW
9 Stoke City 7 3 1 3 11 11 0 10 LWWDW
10 Bristol City 6 3 1 2 10 11 -1 10 DWWWL
11 Sheffield United 6 2 3 1 8 8 0 9 DDWLW
12 Millwall 6 3 0 3 11 11 0 9 WLLWL
13 Norwich City 7 3 0 4 13 13 0 9 WLWWL
14 Wolverhampton Wanderers 5 2 2 1 13 10 +3 8 DWWLD
15 Blackburn Rovers 7 2 2 3 10 10 0 8 LDLLW
16 Lincoln City 6 2 2 2 5 6 -1 8 LWDDW
17 Watford 7 2 2 3 7 9 -2 8 DLLWL
18 Portsmouth 6 2 1 3 7 8 -1 7 WLLWD
19 Wrexham 7 1 4 2 7 11 -4 7 LWDDL
20 Bolton Wanderers 7 2 1 4 7 12 -5 7 LLLLW
21 Cardiff City 7 0 4 3 7 11 -4 4 DLLDL
22 Derby County 7 1 1 5 6 13 -7 4 LWLLL
23 Preston North End 7 1 0 6 6 13 -7 3 LLWLL
24 Burnley 7 0 3 4 8 16 -8 3 LDLDL

Championship Results

Date Match
05/09/2026, 11:30 Lincoln City 1 - 1 Southampton
05/09/2026, 11:30 Stoke City 4 - 0 Charlton Athletic
05/09/2026, 11:30 Preston North End 2 - 1 Blackburn Rovers
05/09/2026, 14:00 Burnley 1 - 2 Bristol City
05/09/2026, 14:00 Queens Park Rangers 0 - 1 Middlesbrough
05/09/2026, 14:00 Portsmouth 2 - 0 Cardiff City
05/09/2026, 14:00 West Bromwich Albion 1 - 0 Watford
05/09/2026, 14:00 Sheffield United 1 - 3 Norwich City
05/09/2026, 14:00 Millwall 4 - 0 Bolton Wanderers
05/09/2026, 14:00 West Ham United 3 - 0 Derby County
05/09/2026, 19:00 Swansea City 0 - 0 Wrexham
06/09/2026, 11:00 Birmingham City 2 - 2 Wolverhampton Wanderers

Championship Fixtures

Date Match
08/09/2026, 18:45 Southampton 3 - 1 Swansea City
08/09/2026, 18:45 Watford 2 - 1 Preston North End
08/09/2026, 18:45 Wrexham 1 - 1 Burnley
08/09/2026, 18:45 Cardiff City 1 - 1 Stoke City
08/09/2026, 18:45 Blackburn Rovers 1 - 2 Sheffield United
08/09/2026, 19:00 Bolton Wanderers 2 - 3 West Ham United
09/09/2026, 18:45 Derby County 0 - 1 West Bromwich Albion
09/09/2026, 18:45 Norwich City 2 - 1 Birmingham City
09/09/2026, 19:00 Charlton Athletic 0 - 0 Queens Park Rangers
15/09/2026, 18:45 Middlesbrough - Millwall
15/09/2026, 18:45 Bristol City - Lincoln City
20/10/2026, 18:45 Wolverhampton Wanderers - Portsmouth

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