Championship Predictions

Watford

Watford

Prediction:
3-1

Match Time & Date:

12 August 2023

15:00

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Plymouth

Plymouth

Following a routine 4-0 win over QPR in their Championship opener, Watford suffered a shocking loss to Stevenage in the EFL Cup round 1 on Tuesday evening. The Hornets aim to get back on course as soon as possible and Saturday’s clash against Plymouth seems like a good opportunity for Valerien Ismael’s men to do so. Jeremy Ngakia limped off with injury in the midweek def... Read More...

This match will be played on 12 August 2023 at 15:00

Southampton

Southampton

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

12 August 2023

15:00

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Norwich

Norwich

All eyes will be on St Marry’s Stadium when Southampton and Norwich City face each other in the Championship derby on Saturday afternoon. The Saints kicked off the new Championship campaign with a 2-1 win at Sheffield Wednesday, but their display in the EFL Cup loss to Gillingham was anything but good. Influential midfielder Carlos Alcaraz returns to the starting XI as wel... Read More...

This match will be played on 12 August 2023 at 15:00

Rotherham

Rotherham

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

12 August 2023

15:00

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Blackburn Rovers

Blackburn Rovers

Buoyed by the EFL Cup triumph over Morecambe, Rotherham United will try to record their first Championship win of the season when they face Blackburn on Matchday 2. The Millers failed to impress in a 4-1 loss at Stoke City, but it is well known that they produce much better showings at home than on the travels. Summer signing Joshua Kayode should keep his place in the starti... Read More...

This match will be played on 12 August 2023 at 15:00

Preston

Preston

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

12 August 2023

15:00

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Sunderland

Sunderland

Following a shocking loss to League Two side Salford City in their EFL Cup opener, Preston will be aiming to record their first win of the season when they take on Sunderland at their Deepdale. The Lilywhites are eager to get their revenge on the Black Cats for the last season defeat, but given their slow start to the new campaign, home win should not be considered. Both Che... Read More...

This match will be played on 12 August 2023 at 15:00

Milwall

Milwall

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

12 August 2023

15:00

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Bristol City

Bristol City

Saturday’s football game at the Den pits together Millwall and Bristol City, the two teams who were involved in some high-scoring affairs in the EFL Cup round 1. The Lions suffered a heavy 4-0 loss to Reading, but it has to be noted that boss Gary Rowett rested several first-team regulars in the midweek game. Both Kevin Nisbet and Joe Bryan return to the starting XI, while... Read More...

This match will be played on 12 August 2023 at 15:00

Ipswich

Ipswich

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

12 August 2023

15:00

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Stoke City

Stoke City

Ipswich Town will look to build on back-to-back wins over Sunderland and Bristol Rovers when they welcome Stoke City to their Portman Road on Saturday afternoon. The Tractor Boys have big ambitions for the 2023/204 Championship campaign and they are likely to stick to their attacking style of play in the round 2 clash. Duo George Hirst – Conor Chaplin return to the startin... Read More...

This match will be played on 12 August 2023 at 15:00

Hull City

Hull City

Prediction:
0-1

Match Time & Date:

12 August 2023

15:00

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Sheffield Wednesday

Sheffield Wednesday

MKM Stadium will host Saturday’s Championship game between Hull City and Sheffield Wednesday, the two teams who were beaten by Norwich City and Southampton on Matchday 1. The Tigers disappointed their fans in midweek as well, with the team losing to Doncaster at home in the EFL Cup round 1 and, no doubt, they are low on confidence ahead of the visit of Wednesday. Fit-again... Read More...

This match will be played on 12 August 2023 at 15:00

Huddersfield

Huddersfield

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

12 August 2023

15:00

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Leicester

Leicester

All eyes will be on John Smith’s Stadium when Huddersfield Town and Leicester City square off against each other in the Championship round 2. The Terriers aim to strengthen their defence following back-to-back defeats to Plymouth (1-3) and Middlesbrough (2-3), but the bookies see them as big underdogs in Saturday’s encounter. Defender Jaheim Headley is banned for the mat... Read More...

This match will be played on 12 August 2023 at 15:00

Cardiff

Cardiff

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

12 August 2023

15:00

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QPR

QPR

After surviving Colchester United in the EFL Cup round 1, Cardiff City will be looking to record their first league win of the season when they face QPR on Saturday. The Bluebirds have been scoring goals for fun of late and we are positive that they will stick to their attacking style of play against the Hoops. Kion Etete might receive extended playing time in this match fol... Read More...

This match will be played on 12 August 2023 at 15:00

Birmingham City

Birmingham City

Prediction:
2-2

Match Time & Date:

12 August 2023

15:00

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Leeds

Leeds

St. Andrew’s Stadium will be the center of attention when Birmingham City and Leeds United go head to head in the Championship round 2. The Blues kicked off the new season with a 1-1 draw against Swansea and they head into Saturday’s clash following the EFL Cup win over Cheltenham Town. Curacao forward Juninho Bacuna is widely expected to keep his place in the starting X... Read More...

This match will be played on 12 August 2023 at 15:00

Coventry

Coventry

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

12 August 2023

12:30

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Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough

Following a 2-1 loss to AFC Wimbledon in the EFL Cup, Coventry will look to record their first win of the season when they take on Middlesbrough at their Coventry Building Society Arena. The Sky Blues were beaten by Leicester City in their season opener and, no doubt, they are desperate to grab something from Saturday’s clash. Both Fabio Tavares and Callum OHare are out of... Read More...

This match will be played on 12 August 2023 at 12:30

Sunderland

Sunderland

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

6 August 2023

17:00

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Ipswich

Ipswich

Sunday’s football game between Sunderland and Ipswich Town will bring down the curtain on round 1 of the new Championship campaign. The Black Cats were producing fine performances in pre-season, with the team winning five friendly games, while sharing the spoils with Mallorca in their last test match. The club chiefs have signed the likes of Bradley Dack, Eliezer Mayenda, ... Read More...

This match will be played on 6 August 2023 at 17:00

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Bojan Jovanovic • Football expert
30 April 2026 • 10:05 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
Blackburn RoversBlackburn RoversLeicesterLeicester02/05/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Bristol CityBristol CityStoke CityStoke City02/05/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
DerbyDerbySheffield UnitedSheffield United02/05/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 3-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Hull CityHull CityNorwichNorwich02/05/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 3-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 12.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
IpswichIpswichQPRQPR02/05/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 3-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
MillwallMillwallOxford UnitedOxford United02/05/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 3-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
PortsmouthPortsmouthBirmingham CityBirmingham City02/05/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 2-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Draw
PrestonPrestonSouthamptonSouthampton02/05/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 2-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Draw
Sheffield WednesdaySheffield WednesdayWest BromwichWest Bromwich02/05/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 0-2
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Away Win
SwanseaSwanseaCharltonCharlton02/05/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
WatfordWatfordCoventryCoventry02/05/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 0-2
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Away Win
WrexhamWrexhamMiddlesbroughMiddlesbrough02/05/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 2-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Draw

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 1.4
Away Teams 1.2
Total (Combined) 2.6
34.6 min/Goal (1403 Goals in 540 matches)
49% Clean Sheets (267 times out of 540 matches)
56% Both Teams Scored (307 times out of 540 matches)
Outcome (Full-Time Result) % of Matches
Home Win 41%
Draw 27%
Away Win 32%
Goals % of Matches Over
Over 0.5 94%
Over 1.5 76%
Over 2.5 50%
Over 3.5 25%
Over 4.5 10%
Goals % of Matches Under
Under 0.5 6%
Under 1.5 24%
Under 2.5 50%
Under 3.5 75%
Under 4.5 90%
Championship Match Stats (2025/2026)
Shots Per Match 25.15
Shots / Match (Home) 14.03
Shots / Match (Away) 11.12
Fouls Per Match 21.47
Fouls / Match (Home) 10.29
Fouls / Match (Away) 11.18
Offsides Per Match 3.82
Players Participated 884

Championship Regular Season

Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts Last 5
1 Coventry City 45 27 11 7 93 45 +48 92 DDDWW
2 Ipswich Town 45 22 15 8 77 47 +30 81 LDWDD
3 Millwall 45 23 11 11 62 49 +13 80 LDWWD
4 Middlesbrough 45 22 13 10 70 45 +25 79 DLDWW
5 Southampton 45 21 14 10 79 55 +24 77 WWWDD
6 Wrexham 45 19 13 13 67 63 +4 70 LLWWL
7 Hull City 45 20 10 15 68 65 +3 70 DLDDL
8 Derby County 45 20 9 16 66 57 +9 69 WLWLW
9 Norwich City 45 19 8 18 62 54 +8 65 WLWWD
10 Birmingham City 45 17 12 16 56 55 +1 63 LWDWW
11 Swansea City 45 17 10 18 54 58 -4 61 DWLWD
12 Preston North End 45 15 15 15 54 59 -5 60 DWLLW
13 Bristol City 45 16 11 18 57 59 -2 59 WDLDL
14 Queens Park Rangers 45 16 10 19 61 70 -9 58 DDLLL
15 Sheffield United 45 17 6 22 64 65 -1 57 LWWLL
16 Watford 45 14 15 16 53 61 -8 57 DLLLL
17 Stoke City 45 15 10 20 51 54 -3 55 LDLLL
18 Portsmouth 45 14 12 19 48 63 -15 54 WWWLW
19 West Bromwich Albion 45 13 14 18 47 56 -9 53 DDWWD
20 Charlton Athletic 45 13 14 18 43 55 -12 53 DLDLW
21 Blackburn Rovers 45 13 13 19 42 55 -13 52 DDLDW
22 Leicester City 45 11 16 18 57 68 -11 49 DLLDD
23 Oxford United 45 11 14 20 45 57 -12 47 DWLLW
24 Sheffield Wednesday 45 1 12 32 27 88 -61 15 DDDLL

Championship Results

Date Match
14/04/2026, 19:00 Southampton 3 - 0 Blackburn Rovers
24/04/2026, 19:00 Leicester City 1 - 1 Millwall
25/04/2026, 11:30 Charlton Athletic 2 - 1 Hull City
25/04/2026, 11:30 Middlesbrough 5 - 1 Watford
25/04/2026, 11:30 West Bromwich Albion 0 - 0 Ipswich Town
25/04/2026, 14:00 Oxford United 4 - 1 Sheffield Wednesday
25/04/2026, 14:00 Birmingham City 2 - 1 Bristol City
25/04/2026, 14:00 Norwich City 1 - 1 Swansea City
25/04/2026, 14:00 Queens Park Rangers 2 - 3 Derby County
25/04/2026, 14:00 Sheffield United 2 - 3 Preston North End
25/04/2026, 14:00 Stoke City 1 - 3 Portsmouth
26/04/2026, 11:00 Coventry City 3 - 1 Wrexham

Championship Fixtures

Date Match
02/05/2026, 11:30 Sheffield Wednesday - West Bromwich Albion
02/05/2026, 11:30 Watford - Coventry City
02/05/2026, 11:30 Blackburn Rovers - Leicester City
02/05/2026, 11:30 Bristol City - Stoke City
02/05/2026, 11:30 Derby County - Sheffield United
02/05/2026, 11:30 Hull City - Norwich City
02/05/2026, 11:30 Ipswich Town - Queens Park Rangers
02/05/2026, 11:30 Millwall - Oxford United
02/05/2026, 11:30 Portsmouth - Birmingham City
02/05/2026, 11:30 Preston North End - Southampton
02/05/2026, 11:30 Swansea City - Charlton Athletic
02/05/2026, 11:30 Wrexham - Middlesbrough

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