Championship Predictions

Peterborough

Peterborough

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

5 April 2022

18:45

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Luton

Luton

Peterborough United and Luton Town go head to head at Weston Homes Stadium in a postponed Championship game. The Posh have been having their ups and downs of late, with the team losing to both Swansea City and Middlesbrough, while beating Queens Park Rangers. Peterborough are stuck at the bottom of the table with 26 points, and, as things stand now, they will find it hard to... Read More...

This match will be played on 5 April 2022 at 18:45

Millwall

Millwall

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

5 April 2022

18:45

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Swansea

Swansea

Following a 2-2 draw with Luton Town, Millwall will look to return to winning ways when they take on Swansea City in a postponed Championship fixture. The Lions are eager to stay in the playoffs race, and they have no other choice but to go all guns blazing at the Swans. All Mason Bennett, Shaun Hutchinson, and Ryan Leonard remain in the recovery room, but there are no fresh... Read More...

This match will be played on 5 April 2022 at 18:45

Birmingham City

Birmingham City

Prediction:
1-3

Match Time & Date:

3 April 2022

15:00

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West Bromwich

West Bromwich

There will be fireworks when Birmingham City and WBA face each other at St. Andrew’s Stadium in the Birmingham derby. The Blues head into the season finale with the lack of motivation as they missed out on a place in the playoffs. Birmingham City failed to win the last three league fixtures; therefore, we do not believe that they are capable of matching the Baggies in the ... Read More...

This match will be played on 3 April 2022 at 15:00

Stoke City

Stoke City

Prediction:
0-1

Match Time & Date:

2 April 2022

15:00

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Sheffield United

Sheffield United

All eyes will be on Bet365 Stadium when Stoke City and Sheffield United square off against each other at Bet365 Stadium on Matchday 40. The Potters are stuck in the middle of the table, and seeing that they have little to play for in the season finale, home win should not be considered. Northern Ireland international Jordan Thompson is pushing for a start, while both Nick Po... Read More...

This match will be played on 2 April 2022 at 15:00

QPR

QPR

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

2 April 2022

15:00

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Fulham

Fulham

There will be fireworks when QPR and Fulham take on each other in a small London derby on Saturday afternoon. The Hoops suffered a dip in form before the international break, with the team losing to both Nottingham Forest (1-3) and Peterborough (1-3). QPR obviously struggle at the back, which is the main reason why home win should not be considered.

Both Charlie Aust... Read More...

This match will be played on 2 April 2022 at 15:00

Peterborough

Peterborough

Prediction:
0-2

Match Time & Date:

2 April 2022

15:00

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Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough

Saturday’s football game at Weston Homes Stadium pits together Peterborough and Middlesbrough, the two teams who sit in the opposite halves of the table. The Posh sit in the relegation zone with slim survival chances, but the hope dies last. Peterborough aim to build on a 3-1 win over QPR, but they will have a big fish to fry on Matchday 40.

Dan Butler remains in t... Read More...

This match will be played on 2 April 2022 at 15:00

Luton

Luton

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

2 April 2022

15:00

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Millwall

Millwall

Luton Town and Millwall go head to head at Kenilworth Road in a highly-anticipated Championship game. The Hatters do not want to give up on their automatic promotion dream, with the team eyeing their third consecutive league win. Luton Town were scoring goals for fun before the international break, and they are likely to stick to their attacking style of play.

Defend... Read More...

This match will be played on 2 April 2022 at 15:00

Derby

Derby

Prediction:
0-1

Match Time & Date:

2 April 2022

15:00

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Preston

Preston

Pride Park will host Saturday’s football game between Derby County and Preston. The Rams are stuck at the bottom of the table, eight points behind the safe zone, and, as things stand now, Wayne Rooney’s troops will find it hard to secure the Championship survival. Both Colin Kazim-Richards and Kamil Jozwiak are likely to miss the game with injuries. You should know that ... Read More...

This match will be played on 2 April 2022 at 15:00

Coventry

Coventry

Prediction:
2-2

Match Time & Date:

2 April 2022

15:00

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Blackburn Rovers

Blackburn Rovers

Coventry City and Blackburn Rovers take on each other at Coventry Building Society Arena on Matchday 40. The Sky Blues aim to keep their playoffs hopes alive, and they have no other choice but to go all guns blazing at the Riversiders. Michael Rose has recovered from coronavirus, while all Kyle McFadzean, Liam Kelly, and Josh Eccles should miss out with injuries. Blackburn R... Read More...

This match will be played on 2 April 2022 at 15:00

Cardiff

Cardiff

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

2 April 2022

15:00

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Swansea

Swansea

Cardiff City and Swansea City go head to head at Cardiff City Stadium on day 40 of the current Championship campaign. The Bluebirds were in a fine form before international break, with the team beating all Derby, QPR, and Stoke, while sharing the spoils with Preston. The Welsh outfit aim to give fans yet another reason for celebration, and you should know that they eighth ho... Read More...

This match will be played on 2 April 2022 at 15:00

Bournemouth

Bournemouth

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

2 April 2022

15:00

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Bristol City

Bristol City

Bournemouth will be aiming to build on a 3-0 win over Huddersfield when they take on Bristol City on Matchday 40. The Cherries are on the right track to secure automatic promotion, but they can’t afford any complacency in the season finale. Robert Brady is a major doubt, while all Leif Davis, Kieffer Moore, Junior Stanislas, and David Brooks should miss out with injuries. ... Read More...

This match will be played on 2 April 2022 at 15:00

Barnsley

Barnsley

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

2 April 2022

15:00

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Reading

Reading

Oakwell will host Saturday’s football game between Barnsley and Reading. The Tykes aim to escape the relegation zone, and they are likely to fight tooth and nail against the Royals. Barnsley were beaten by Sheffield United before the international break, but they will not have a better chance than this to get back on course. Both Victor Adeboyejo and Cauley Woodrow remain ... Read More...

This match will be played on 2 April 2022 at 15:00

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Bojan Jovanovic • Football expert
29 January 2026 • 14:22 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 RoversSheffield WednesdaySheffield Wednesday03/02/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 2-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Hull CityHull CityWatfordWatford03/02/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
PortsmouthPortsmouthIpswichIpswich03/02/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 1-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Away Win
Sheffield UnitedSheffield UnitedOxford UnitedOxford United03/02/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
CharltonCharltonQPRQPR06/02/2026, 20:01
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
DerbyDerbyIpswichIpswich07/02/2026, 12:31
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
NorwichNorwichBlackburn RoversBlackburn Rovers07/02/2026, 12:31
  • Correct Score: 1-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: No
  • Total SoT: Over 2.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
SouthamptonSouthamptonWatfordWatford07/02/2026, 12:31
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Birmingham CityBirmingham CityLeicesterLeicester07/02/2026, 15:01
  • Correct Score: 1-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: No
  • Total SoT: Over 2.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
CoventryCoventryOxford UnitedOxford United07/02/2026, 15:01
  • Correct Score: 2-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Hull CityHull CityBristol CityBristol City07/02/2026, 15:01
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
PrestonPrestonPortsmouthPortsmouth07/02/2026, 15:01
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
West BromwichWest BromwichStoke CityStoke City07/02/2026, 15:01
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
WrexhamWrexhamMillwallMillwall07/02/2026, 15:01
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
SwanseaSwanseaSheffield WednesdaySheffield Wednesday08/02/2026, 12:01
  • Correct Score: 2-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Sheffield UnitedSheffield UnitedMiddlesbroughMiddlesbrough08/02/2026, 20:01
  • 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 1.39
Away Teams 1.19
Total (Combined) 2.59
34.8 min/Goal (918 Goals in 355 matches)
49% Clean Sheets (173 times out of 355 matches)
56% Both Teams Scored (202 times out of 355 matches)
Outcome (Full-Time Result) % of Matches
Home Win 43%
Draw 26%
Away Win 31%
Goals % of Matches Over
Over 0.5 94%
Over 1.5 75%
Over 2.5 51%
Over 3.5 24%
Over 4.5 10%
Goals % of Matches Under
Under 0.5 6%
Under 1.5 25%
Under 2.5 49%
Under 3.5 76%
Under 4.5 90%
Championship Match Stats (2025/2026)
Shots Per Match 25.21
Shots / Match (Home) 14.04
Shots / Match (Away) 11.17
Fouls Per Match 21.41
Fouls / Match (Home) 10.33
Fouls / Match (Away) 11.08
Offsides Per Match 3.88
Players Participated 816

Championship Regular Season

Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts Last 5
1 Coventry City 30 17 7 6 63 35 +28 58 LWWLL
2 Middlesbrough 30 17 7 6 47 29 +18 58 WWWWW
3 Hull City 29 16 5 8 48 40 +8 53 LWWWW
4 Ipswich Town 29 14 9 6 49 28 +21 51 WWWLD
5 Millwall 30 14 8 8 37 36 +1 50 WWLWD
6 Wrexham 30 12 11 7 44 37 +7 47 WLDWW
7 Derby County 30 12 9 9 44 37 +7 45 LWWDW
8 Preston North End 30 11 11 8 37 34 +3 44 WLLLD
9 Watford 29 11 10 8 39 35 +4 43 WLDDL
10 Bristol City 30 12 7 11 40 36 +4 43 LDLWL
11 Queens Park Rangers 30 12 7 11 42 43 -1 43 WDDLW
12 Stoke City 30 12 6 12 34 28 +6 42 WDLDL
13 Birmingham City 30 11 9 10 41 38 +3 42 WDWDW
14 Southampton 30 10 10 10 43 41 +2 40 LLWDW
15 Swansea City 30 11 6 13 34 37 -3 39 LDWLW
16 Leicester City 30 10 8 12 40 45 -5 38 WLDLL
17 Sheffield United 29 11 3 15 40 42 -2 36 WLLWD
18 Charlton Athletic 29 9 8 12 29 38 -9 35 DWLLW
19 Norwich City 30 9 6 15 37 42 -5 33 LWWWL
20 Portsmouth 28 8 9 11 27 37 -10 33 LWDDW
21 West Bromwich Albion 30 9 5 16 32 47 -15 32 LLLDL
22 Blackburn Rovers 29 7 8 14 26 38 -12 29 DLLDL
23 Oxford United 29 6 9 14 27 38 -11 27 LDDWL
24 Sheffield Wednesday 29 1 8 20 18 57 -39 11 LLLLL

Championship Results

Date Match
30/01/2026, 20:00 Bristol City 0 - 5 Derby County
31/01/2026, 12:30 Sheffield Wednesday 0 - 1 Wrexham
31/01/2026, 12:30 Stoke City 0 - 2 Southampton
31/01/2026, 12:30 Leicester City 0 - 2 Charlton Athletic
31/01/2026, 15:00 Middlesbrough 1 - 0 Norwich City
31/01/2026, 15:00 Ipswich Town 1 - 1 Preston North End
31/01/2026, 15:00 Oxford United 0 - 2 Birmingham City
31/01/2026, 15:00 Watford 0 - 2 Swansea City
31/01/2026, 15:00 Portsmouth 3 - 0 West Bromwich Albion
31/01/2026, 15:00 Queens Park Rangers 2 - 1 Coventry City
31/01/2026, 15:00 Blackburn Rovers 0 - 1 Hull City
31/01/2026, 15:00 Millwall 1 - 1 Sheffield United

Championship Fixtures

Date Match
06/02/2026, 20:01 Charlton Athletic - Queens Park Rangers
07/02/2026, 12:31 Norwich City - Blackburn Rovers
07/02/2026, 12:31 Southampton - Watford
07/02/2026, 12:31 Derby County - Ipswich Town
07/02/2026, 15:01 Coventry City - Oxford United
07/02/2026, 15:01 Hull City - Bristol City
07/02/2026, 15:01 West Bromwich Albion - Stoke City
07/02/2026, 15:01 Birmingham City - Leicester City
07/02/2026, 15:01 Wrexham - Millwall
07/02/2026, 15:01 Preston North End - Portsmouth
08/02/2026, 12:01 Swansea City - Sheffield Wednesday
09/02/2026, 20:01 Sheffield United - Middlesbrough

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