Championship Predictions

Leicester

Leicester

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

6 August 2023

12:00

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Coventry

Coventry

The Championship 2023/2024 season kicks off with an interesting round 1 showdown as Leicester City takes on Coventry City at King Power Stadium. Leicester will be brimming with confidence as they have no injury worries, allowing coaching duo Smith - Maresca to field their strongest lineup for the opening match. A man to keep an eye on in the home team will be Patson Daka, wh... Read More...

This match will be played on 6 August 2023 at 12:00

Watford

Watford

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

5 August 2023

15:00

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QPR

QPR

Saturday’s highly-anticipated clash at Vicarage Road pits together Watford and Queens Park Rangers, the two teams who aim to get off to a flying start to the season. The Hornets are seen as one of the main favourites for promotion, but bear in mind that the likes of Joao Pedro, Ismaila Sarr, and William Troost-Ekong have left the club in the summer transfer window. On the ... Read More...

This match will be played on 5 August 2023 at 15:00

Swansea

Swansea

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

5 August 2023

15:00

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Birmingham City

Birmingham City

Swansea City play host to Birmingham City at their Swansea.com Stadium in the opening match of their Championship campaign. The Swans produced a splendid display in a 4-0 crushing of Reading and, as a result, the odds for home win have been dropping. New signing Jerry Yates is expected to make a significant impact on the team, while Republic of Ireland Michael Obafemi could ... Read More...

This match will be played on 5 August 2023 at 15:00

Stoke City

Stoke City

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

5 August 2023

15:00

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Rotherham

Rotherham

Stoke City and Rotherham United square off against each other at Bet365 Stadium in what is expected to be one of the most interesting games of Saturday’s program. The Potters aim to make a flying start to the new Championship campaign, but they will have to prove their worth on the field. New signing Ryan Mmaee is eager to leave his mark on the team, along with fellow summ... Read More...

This match will be played on 5 August 2023 at 15:00

Plymouth

Plymouth

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

5 August 2023

15:00

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Huddersfield

Huddersfield

The Championship 2023/24 season sets the stage for an exciting round 1 clash as Plymouth, making a triumphant return to the Championship, take on Huddersfield at their Home Park. Excitement rises as fans eagerly anticipate Plymouth's first taste of second-tier football in years and we are positive that the hosts will leave their hearts on the field. A man to keep an eye on i... Read More...

This match will be played on 5 August 2023 at 15:00

Norwich

Norwich

Prediction:
3-1

Match Time & Date:

5 August 2023

15:00

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Hull City

Hull City

Carrow Road will be the center of attention as Norwich City kick off the 2023/2024 Championship campaign with a thrilling encounter against Hull City, drawing the focus of all football enthusiasts. The Canaries are seen as one of the main candidates for promotion and we are positive that they will adopt an attack-minded approach in the season opener. Key attacker Teemu Pukki... Read More...

This match will be played on 5 August 2023 at 15:00

Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

5 August 2023

15:00

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Millwall

Millwall

Riverside Stadium will host Saturday’s clash between Middlesbrough and Millwall, the two teams who have big ambitions for the 2023/24 Championship campaign. The Boro did well to make it to the playoffs semis last time out, but Coventry proved to be a big catch for Michael Carrick’s troops in the Wembley Stadium showdown. The former Man Utd midfielder is still in charge o... Read More...

This match will be played on 5 August 2023 at 15:00

Bristol City

Bristol City

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

5 August 2023

15:00

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Preston

Preston

Bristol City welcome Preston North End to Ashton Gate on Saturday for a highly-anticipated season opener. Both teams aim to start their campaign on a winning note and set the tone for their Championship aspirations, but the Robins are seen as slim favourites to win this match. Bristol City will be eager to impress their loyal fans with an attacking display, seeking to exploi... Read More...

This match will be played on 5 August 2023 at 15:00

Blackburn Rovers

Blackburn Rovers

Prediction:
2-2

Match Time & Date:

5 August 2023

15:00

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West Bromwich

West Bromwich

The Championship returns as Blackburn Rovers go head to head with West Bromwich Albion in an entertaining season opener at Ewood Park. Excitement reaches fever pitch as two promotion hopefuls clash in a high-stakes encounter. Both Blackburn and WBA have a point to prove this season, and, as a result, this fixture sets the stage for a thrilling contest. Blackburn's attacking ... Read More...

This match will be played on 5 August 2023 at 15:00

Sheffield Wednesday

Sheffield Wednesday

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

4 August 2023

20:00

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Southampton

Southampton

All eyes will be on legendary Hillsborough stadium when Sheffield Wednesday and Southampton lock horns in the opening match of the new Championship campaign. The Owls are eager to impress on their return to the English second tier, but they face a difficult challenge in Friday’s showdown. New signing Pol Valentin is widely expected to make his official Sheffield Wednesday ... Read More...

This match will be played on 4 August 2023 at 20:00

Coventry

Coventry

Prediction:
0-0

Match Time & Date:

27 May 2023

16:45

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Luton

Luton

There will be fireworks when Coventry and Luton go head to head in the Championship playoffs final at Wembley Stadium. The Sky Blues set up a meeting with Luton by beating Middlesbrough in the two-legged tie and they are likely to rely on their rock-solid defence in Saturday’s clash as well. There are no fresh injury worries in Mark Robins’ team ahead of the decider, but... Read More...

This match will be played on 27 May 2023 at 16:45

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

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Bojan Jovanovic • Football expert
23 April 2026 • 11:13 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
LeicesterLeicesterMillwallMillwall24/04/2026, 20:00
  • Correct Score: 0-1
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: No
  • Total SoT: Over 2.5
  • Match Result: Away Win
CharltonCharltonHull CityHull City25/04/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 2-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Draw
MIddlesbroughMIddlesbroughWatfordWatford25/04/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 2-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
West BromwichWest BromwichIpswichIpswich25/04/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 0-1
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: No
  • Total SoT: Over 2.5
  • Match Result: Away Win
Birmingham CityBirmingham CityBristol CityBristol City25/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
NorwichNorwichSwanseaSwansea25/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Oxford UnitedOxford UnitedSheffield WednesdaySheffield Wednesday25/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
QPRQPRDerbyDerby25/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 0-1
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: No
  • Total SoT: Over 2.5
  • Match Result: Away Win
Sheffield UnitedSheffield UnitedPrestonPreston25/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Stoke CityStoke CityPortsmouthPortsmouth25/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Draw
CoventryCoventryWrexhamWrexham26/04/2026, 12:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • 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 1.38
Away Teams 1.2
Total (Combined) 2.58
34.9 min/Goal (1360 Goals in 528 matches)
50% Clean Sheets (265 times out of 528 matches)
56% Both Teams Scored (296 times out of 528 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 24%
Over 4.5 9%
Goals % of Matches Under
Under 0.5 6%
Under 1.5 24%
Under 2.5 50%
Under 3.5 76%
Under 4.5 91%
Championship Match Stats (2025/2026)
Shots Per Match 25.09
Shots / Match (Home) 14
Shots / Match (Away) 11.09
Fouls Per Match 21.46
Fouls / Match (Home) 10.29
Fouls / Match (Away) 11.17
Offsides Per Match 3.83
Players Participated 884

Championship Regular Season

Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts Last 5
1 Coventry City 44 26 11 7 90 44 +46 89 WDDDW
2 Ipswich Town 43 22 13 8 75 45 +30 79 WWLDW
3 Millwall 44 23 10 11 61 48 +13 79 WLDWW
4 Southampton 44 21 13 10 77 53 +24 76 WWWWD
5 Middlesbrough 44 21 13 10 65 44 +21 76 LDLDW
6 Wrexham 44 19 13 12 66 60 +6 70 DLLWW
7 Hull City 44 20 10 14 67 63 +4 70 DDLDD
8 Derby County 44 19 9 16 63 55 +8 66 LWLWL
9 Norwich City 44 19 7 18 61 53 +8 64 DWLWW
10 Birmingham City 44 16 12 16 54 54 0 60 LLWDW
11 Swansea City 44 17 9 18 53 57 -4 60 DDWLW
12 Bristol City 44 16 11 17 56 57 -1 59 WWDLD
13 Queens Park Rangers 44 16 10 18 59 67 -8 58 WDDLL
14 Sheffield United 44 17 6 21 62 62 0 57 DLWWL
15 Watford 44 14 15 15 52 56 -4 57 LDLLL
16 Preston North End 44 14 15 15 51 57 -6 57 DDWLL
17 Stoke City 44 15 10 19 50 51 -1 55 WLDLL
18 West Bromwich Albion 44 13 13 18 47 56 -9 52 DDDWW
19 Blackburn Rovers 45 13 13 19 42 55 -13 52 DDLDW
20 Portsmouth 44 13 12 19 45 62 -17 51 DWWWL
21 Charlton Athletic 44 12 14 18 41 54 -13 50 LDLDL
22 Leicester City 44 11 15 18 56 67 -11 48 DDLLD
23 Oxford United 44 10 14 20 41 56 -15 44 DDWLL
24 Sheffield Wednesday 44 1 12 31 26 84 -58 15 LDDDL

Championship Results

Date Match
21/04/2026, 18:45 Coventry City 5 - 1 Portsmouth
21/04/2026, 18:45 Norwich City 2 - 1 Derby County
21/04/2026, 18:45 Southampton 2 - 2 Bristol City
21/04/2026, 18:45 Leicester City 2 - 2 Hull City
21/04/2026, 18:45 Oxford United 0 - 1 Wrexham
21/04/2026, 18:45 Queens Park Rangers 1 - 2 Swansea City
21/04/2026, 18:45 Stoke City 1 - 3 Millwall
21/04/2026, 18:45 West Bromwich Albion 3 - 0 Watford
22/04/2026, 18:45 Middlesbrough 1 - 0 Sheffield Wednesday
22/04/2026, 18:45 Birmingham City 2 - 1 Preston North End
22/04/2026, 18:45 Charlton Athletic 1 - 2 Ipswich Town
22/04/2026, 18:45 Sheffield United 1 - 3 Blackburn Rovers

Championship Fixtures

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

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