Championship Predictions

Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

17 May 2023

20:00

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Coventry

Coventry

All eyes will be on Riverside Stadium when Middlesbrough and Coventry face each other in the Championship playoffs semis, return leg. The two teams played out a goalless draw at Coventry Building Society Arena in the first leg and yet another close encounter is on the cards. Both Matt Clarke and Aaron Ramsey are sidelined with injuries, while Jonathan Howson is a major doubt... Read More...

This match will be played on 17 May 2023 at 20:00

Luton

Luton

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

16 May 2023

20:00

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Sunderland

Sunderland

A place in the Championship playoffs final will be at stake when Luton and Sunderland take on each other at Kenilworth Road on Tuesday evening. The Hatters aim to overcome a one-goal deficit in the return leg and we are positive that they will adopt an attack-minded approach this time out. There are no fresh injury worries in the home team ahead of the visit of Sunderland. <... Read More...

This match will be played on 16 May 2023 at 20:00

Coventry

Coventry

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

14 May 2023

12:00

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Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough

Coventry City play host to Middlesbrough at their Coventry Building Society Arena in the Championship playoffs semis, first leg. The Sky Blues finished the regular season in 5th place in the standings and they are undefeated in the previous seven league fixtures. The likes of Kasey Palmer, Fabio Tavares, and Callum OHare remain on the sidelines with injuries, but there are n... Read More...

This match will be played on 14 May 2023 at 12:00

Sunderland

Sunderland

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

13 May 2023

17:30

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Luton

Luton

There will be fireworks when Sunderland and Luton Town go head to head at Stadium of Light in the Championship playoffs semis, first leg. The Black Cats sealed their spot in the playoffs thanks to a 3-0 win over Preston, meaning that they are brimming with confidence ahead of Saturday’s clash. Alex Pritchard is pushing for a start after scoring as a substitute in the last ... Read More...

This match will be played on 13 May 2023 at 17:30

Wigan

Wigan

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

8 May 2023

15:00

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Rotherham

Rotherham

Wigan Athletic and Rotherham United go head to head at the DW Stadium on the last day of the season. The Latics failed to secure the Championship survival, but their displays in the season finale are giving fans a reason for optimism ahead of upcoming challenges. Following back-to-back wins over Stoke and Millwall, the rock-bottom side shared the spoils with Reading in their... Read More...

This match will be played on 8 May 2023 at 15:00

Watford

Watford

Prediction:
3-2

Match Time & Date:

8 May 2023

15:00

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Stoke City

Stoke City

Watford and Stoke square off against each other at Vicarage Road in what is expected to be an interesting Championship clash. The Hornets aim to put an end to their three-game winless run and they are likely to go all guns blazing at the Potters. Experienced Curacao midfielder Leonardo Bacuna should be recalled to the starting XI, while the likes of Sierralta, Cleverley, Kay... Read More...

This match will be played on 8 May 2023 at 15:00

Swansea

Swansea

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

8 May 2023

15:00

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West Bromwich

West Bromwich

Swansea City and West Bromwich Albion face each other at Swansea.com Stadium in the last game of the regular season. The Swans have been in a fine form of late, but that did not help them book their spot in the playoffs. The South Wales outfit did well to beat both Huddersfield and Preston in the last two home games and they are likely to stick to their attacking style of pl... Read More...

This match will be played on 8 May 2023 at 15:00

QPR

QPR

Prediction:
2-2

Match Time & Date:

8 May 2023

15:00

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Bristol City

Bristol City

Monday’s football game at Loftus Road pits together Queens Park Rangers and Bristol City, the two bottom-table sides. The Hoops occupy 18th place in the standings, with the team beating both Burnley and Stoke in the previous two league fixtures. Both Leon Balogun and Osman Kakay are out of contention through injuries, but there are no suspended players in the home team. ... Read More...

This match will be played on 8 May 2023 at 15:00

Preston

Preston

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

8 May 2023

15:00

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Sunderland

Sunderland

Preston will look to recover from a heavy 4-1 loss to Sheffield United when they face Sunderland in the Championship round 46. The Lilywhites are eager to put an end to their four-game winless run, but they face a difficult task against Sunderland, who are eyeing a spot in the playoffs. Alan Browne, Ched Evans, Greg Cunningham, and Emil Riis Jakobsen should miss out with inj... Read More...

This match will be played on 8 May 2023 at 15:00

Norwich

Norwich

Prediction:
3-2

Match Time & Date:

8 May 2023

15:00

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Blackpool

Blackpool

After missing out on a spot in the Championship playoffs, Norwich City will look to give fans some cheer when they take on Blackpool on Monday afternoon. The Canaries failed to win the previous five league matches, but they are still seen as favourites to beat the Seasiders on home soil. Both Teemu Pukki and Adam Idah are pushing for a start, while all Kenny McLean, Grant Ha... Read More...

This match will be played on 8 May 2023 at 15:00

Millwall

Millwall

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

8 May 2023

15:00

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Blackburn Rovers

Blackburn Rovers

A place in the Championship playoffs will be at stake when Millwall and Blackburn Rovers go head to head at the Den on Monday afternoon. The Lions proved their worth in a 3-2 win over Blackpool and it is no wonder the odds for home win have been dropping. A man to watch in the home team will be Tom Bradshaw, who scored a brace in the last league match, while all George Honey... Read More...

This match will be played on 8 May 2023 at 15:00

Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough

Prediction:
0-0

Match Time & Date:

8 May 2023

15:00

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Coventry

Coventry

Riverside Stadium will host Monday’s Championship game between Middlesbrough and Coventry. The Boro aim to make amends for back-to-back losses to Luton and Rotherham and they are likely to go all guns blazing at the Sky Blues. Right-back Anfernee Dijksteel is banned for the match, while all Aaron Ramsey, Dael Fry, and Matt Clarke are out of contention through injuries. ... Read More...

This match will be played on 8 May 2023 at 15:00

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Bojan Jovanovic • Football expert
9 April 2026 • 17:12 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
Birmingham CityBirmingham CityWrexhamWrexham12/04/2026, 12:00
  • Correct Score: 0-2
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Away Win
PortsmouthPortsmouthIpswichIpswich14/04/2026, 20:00
  • Correct Score: 1-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Away Win
SouthamptonSouthamptonBlackburn RoversBlackburn Rovers14/04/2026, 20:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Blackburn RoversBlackburn RoversCoventryCoventry17/04/2026, 20:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
DerbyDerbyOxford UnitedOxford United18/04/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 2-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
MillwallMillwallQPRQPR18/04/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 1-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: No
  • Total SoT: Over 2.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
PortsmouthPortsmouthLeicesterLeicester18/04/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
Bristol CityBristol CityNorwichNorwich18/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
Hull CityHull CityBirmingham CityBirmingham City18/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
PrestonPrestonWest BromwichWest Bromwich18/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
Sheffield WednesdaySheffield WednesdayCharltonCharlton18/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Away Win
SwanseaSwanseaSouthamptonSouthampton18/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Draw
WatfordWatfordSheffield UnitedSheffield United18/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
WrexhamWrexhamStoke CityStoke City18/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
IpswichIpswichMiddlesbroughMiddlesbrough19/04/2026, 12:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • 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 (2025/2026)

Team Type Average Goals Scored
Home Teams 1.37
Away Teams 1.19
Total (Combined) 2.56
35.1 min/Goal (1285 Goals in 501 matches)
50% Clean Sheets (253 times out of 501 matches)
56% Both Teams Scored (281 times out of 501 matches)
Outcome (Full-Time Result) % of Matches
Home Win 41%
Draw 27%
Away Win 32%
Goals % of Matches Over
Over 0.5 93%
Over 1.5 75%
Over 2.5 50%
Over 3.5 24%
Over 4.5 9%
Goals % of Matches Under
Under 0.5 7%
Under 1.5 25%
Under 2.5 50%
Under 3.5 76%
Under 4.5 91%
Championship Match Stats (2025/2026)
Shots Per Match 25.15
Shots / Match (Home) 14.06
Shots / Match (Away) 11.09
Fouls Per Match 21.47
Fouls / Match (Home) 10.32
Fouls / Match (Away) 11.15
Offsides Per Match 3.81
Players Participated 882

Championship Regular Season

Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts Last 5
1 Coventry City 42 25 10 7 84 42 +42 85 LWWDD
2 Ipswich Town 40 21 12 7 71 40 +31 75 DWDWW
3 Millwall 42 21 10 11 56 47 +9 73 LDWLD
4 Middlesbrough 42 20 12 10 62 42 +20 72 DDLDL
5 Southampton 41 19 12 10 70 50 +20 69 WWWWW
6 Hull City 42 20 8 14 64 60 +4 68 LWDDL
7 Wrexham 41 17 13 11 63 58 +5 64 WLWDL
8 Derby County 42 18 9 15 61 53 +8 63 WWLWL
9 Norwich City 42 17 7 18 55 50 +5 58 LWDWL
10 Bristol City 42 16 10 16 52 51 +1 58 DLWWD
11 Queens Park Rangers 42 16 10 16 58 63 -5 58 WWWDD
12 Watford 42 14 15 13 52 51 +1 57 WDLDL
13 Preston North End 42 14 15 13 50 53 -3 57 LWDDW
14 Swansea City 42 16 9 17 50 54 -4 57 LLDDW
15 Stoke City 42 15 10 17 49 46 +3 55 WLWLD
16 Sheffield United 42 16 6 20 59 59 0 54 DLDLW
17 Birmingham City 41 14 11 16 49 52 -3 53 WDLLL
18 Charlton Athletic 42 12 13 17 39 51 -12 49 DLLDL
19 Blackburn Rovers 42 12 12 18 38 50 -12 48 WDWDD
20 Leicester City 42 11 14 17 54 64 -10 47 LDDDL
21 West Bromwich Albion 42 11 13 18 42 56 -14 46 WWDDD
22 Portsmouth 41 11 12 18 41 57 -16 45 LLDDW
23 Oxford United 42 10 14 18 41 54 -13 44 DLDDW
24 Sheffield Wednesday 42 1 11 30 25 82 -57 14 LLLDD

Championship Results

Date Match
06/04/2026, 11:30 Portsmouth 2 - 2 Oxford United
06/04/2026, 12:00 Millwall 1 - 2 Norwich City
06/04/2026, 14:00 Bristol City 1 - 0 Sheffield United
06/04/2026, 14:00 Ipswich Town 2 - 1 Birmingham City
06/04/2026, 14:00 Sheffield Wednesday 1 - 1 Leicester City
06/04/2026, 14:00 Watford 1 - 1 Charlton Athletic
06/04/2026, 14:00 Blackburn Rovers 0 - 0 West Bromwich Albion
06/04/2026, 14:00 Derby County 2 - 0 Stoke City
06/04/2026, 14:00 Preston North End 1 - 1 Queens Park Rangers
06/04/2026, 16:30 Swansea City 2 - 2 Middlesbrough
06/04/2026, 19:00 Hull City 0 - 0 Coventry City
07/04/2026, 19:00 Wrexham 1 - 5 Southampton

Championship Fixtures

Date Match
10/04/2026, 19:00 West Bromwich Albion 0 - 0 Millwall
11/04/2026, 11:30 Coventry City 0 - 0 Sheffield Wednesday
11/04/2026, 11:30 Norwich City 0 - 2 Ipswich Town
11/04/2026, 11:30 Queens Park Rangers 0 - 0 Bristol City
11/04/2026, 14:00 Southampton 2 - 1 Derby County
11/04/2026, 14:00 Middlesbrough 0 - 1 Portsmouth
11/04/2026, 14:00 Oxford United 2 - 0 Watford
11/04/2026, 14:00 Charlton Athletic 1 - 2 Preston North End
11/04/2026, 14:00 Leicester City 0 - 1 Swansea City
11/04/2026, 14:00 Sheffield United 2 - 1 Hull City
11/04/2026, 14:00 Stoke City 1 - 1 Blackburn Rovers
12/04/2026, 11:00 Birmingham City - Wrexham

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