Cardiff
Wrexham
Cardiff City will be aiming to extend their excellent run of form when they welcome Wrexham in this Championship clash. As Cardiff look unstoppable at the moment, we predict a 2-1 home win. The Bluebirds have won four games in a row, including a thrilling 3-2 EFL Cup victory over Swindon, with Yousef Salech scoring twice to emerge as the man to watch. Cardiff have won an impres ... Read More...
This match will be played on 17 August 2026 at 20:00
Burnley
West Ham
All eyes will be on Turf Moor when Burnley and West Ham lock horns in a highly-anticipated Championship round one derby. As West Ham are a more experienced side than Burnley, we predict a 2-1 away win. The Clarets will be looking to build on their EFL Cup success after defeating Notts County on penalties. Defensive midfielder Ugo Raghouber is expected to make his Championship d ... Read More...
This match will be played on 16 August 2026 at 16:00
Watford
Southampton
Vicarage Road will be the centre of attention when Watford and Southampton lock horns in an intriguing Championship opener. With the Saints reinforcing attack in the summer, we predict a 2-1 away win. The Hornets will be looking to build on their EFL Cup victory over Crawley, although forward Othmane Maamaa is doubtful after picking up a knock in that game. Big-money signing Ma ... Read More...
This match will be played on 16 August 2026 at 13:30
Sheffield United
Birmingham City
Bramall Lane will host Saturday’s Championship derby as Sheffield United and Birmingham City go head to head in what promises to be an entertaining contest. The Blades will be looking to build on their FA Cup win over Mansfield and have looked solid defensively during pre-season. Matt Doherty and Romelle Donovan are among the notable summer arrivals, while Andre Brooks and Gust ... Read More...
This match will be played on 15 August 2026 at 17:30
Stoke City
Swansea
Stoke City will be looking to build on a 2-0 EFL Cup victory over Oldham as they begin what they hope will be an improved 2026-27 campaign. Big-money summer signing Ethan Galbraith is expected to make his Championship debut and could provide an important boost in midfield. The Potters have struggled for consistency recently, winning just 30% of their last 10 matches, while aver ... Read More...
This match will be played on 15 August 2026 at 15:00
Portsmouth
QPR
After suffering a 3-1 loss to West Ham in their EFL Cup round 1, Portsmouth will look to get back on course when they welcome QPR in their Championship opener. The Pompey have strengthened their squad with permanent deals for Calum Ward, Dennis Cirkin, Tariq Lamptey and Boy Kemper, while their recent home form offers encouragement. Portsmouth have won 50% of their last 10 home ... Read More...
This match will be played on 15 August 2026 at 15:00
Norwich
West Brom
Norwich City and West Bromwich Albion lock horns in one of the standout derby games of Championship round one, with both sides coming into the contest on the back of impressive cup victories. The Canaries will be looking to build on a convincing 4-1 win over MK Dons in the EFL Cup and are likely to stick to their attacking approach. Mohamed Toure should retain his place after a ... Read More...
This match will be played on 15 August 2026 at 15:00
Middlesbrough
Lincoln
Buoyed by a narrow 1-0 EFL Cup victory over Wrexham, Middlesbrough will look to give fans yet another reason to celebrate when they face Lincoln in their Championship opener. Big-money summer signing Will Lankshear will be the man to watch after scoring the decisive goal against Wrexham, and the striker will be hoping to make another impact. Boro have won 30% of their last 10 m ... Read More...
This match will be played on 15 August 2026 at 15:00
Charlton
Derby
Charlton Athletic will be aiming to make a winning start to their Championship campaign after opening the season with a 3-1 victory over Cheltenham in the EFL Cup. Matthew Godden is expected to continue leading the line after finding the net in that success. However, the Addicks have struggled for consistency, winning just 20% of their last 10 matches in all competitions. They ... Read More...
This match will be played on 15 August 2026 at 15:00
Bristol City
Millwall
Bristol City will be looking to bounce back from a 1-0 EFL Cup defeat to Walsall when they welcome Millwall in their Championship opener. The Robins have generally been competitive in recent months, winning four of their last 10 matches, while their home record shows a 50% win rate during that period. Summer signing Dominic Ballard is expected to make his full Championship debu ... Read More...
This match will be played on 15 August 2026 at 15:00
Bolton
Preston
Bolton will be looking to bounce back from a disappointing 1-0 EFL Cup defeat to Sheffield Wednesday when they take on Preston in their Championship opener. The newcomers have generally been in good form, winning four of their last 10 matches, while their home record is particularly encouraging, with a 50% win rate and an impressive 2.50 goals scored per game. Xavier Simons wil ... Read More...
This match will be played on 15 August 2026 at 12:30
Wolves
Blackburn
Wolves and Blackburn Rovers face each other in the Championship round 1 at Molineux, with both sides looking to start the new campaign on a positive note. Wolves have been in encouraging form lately, defeating Port Vale 3-0 in the EFL Cup and extending their winning run to three matches including preseason friendlies. Rafiki Said is expected to make his debut, while experienced ... Read More...
This match will be played on 14 August 2026 at 20:00
