Championship Predictions

Blackburn Rovers

Blackburn Rovers

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

14 August 2022

15:00

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West Bromwich

West Bromwich

Saturday’s football game between Blackburn and WBA will bring down the curtain on day 3 of the new Championship campaign. The Riversiders made a flying start to the season, with the team beating both QPR and Swansea in the league, while rolling over Hartlepool 4-0 in the EFL Cup. Blackburn are high on spirits ahead of the visit of WBA, and we are positive that they will st ... Read More...

This match will be played on 14 August 2022 at 15:00

Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

14 August 2022

14:00

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Sheffield United

Sheffield United

All eyes will be on Riverside Stadium when Middlesbrough and Sheffield United square off against each other in the Championship derby. The Boro are eyeing their first win of the season, and they are likely to go all guns blazing at the Blades. Defender Darragh Lenihan is back from suspension, while there are no fresh injury worries in the home team. One of the men to watch i ... Read More...

This match will be played on 14 August 2022 at 14:00

Wigan

Wigan

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

13 August 2022

15:00

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Bristol City

Bristol City

After sharing the spoils with both Preston and Norwich in the Championship, Wigan suffered elimination in the EFL Cup on Tuesday as Fleetwood proved to be a big catch for them. Key players return to the starting XI after they were rested in the EFL Cup defeat, while midfielder Jack Whatmough remains on the sidelines with injury.

The Robins, on the other hand, kicked ... Read More...

This match will be played on 13 August 2022 at 15:00

Sunderland

Sunderland

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

13 August 2022

15:00

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QPR

QPR

Sunderland and QPR, the two teams who defeated Bristol City (3-2) and Middlesbrough (3-2) at the weekend respectively, face each other at Stadium of Light in the Championship round 3. The Black Cats suffered elimination in the EFL Cup on Wednesday, with the team losing 2-0 at Sheffield Wednesday, but it has to be noted that Alex Neil rested key players in the Hillsborough sh ... Read More...

This match will be played on 13 August 2022 at 15:00

Rotherham

Rotherham

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

13 August 2022

15:00

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Reading

Reading

After eliminating Port Vale in their EFL Cup opener, Rotherham will look to give fans yet another reason for celebration when they take on Reading in the Championship round 3. The Millers were not in action at the weekend, and seeing that key players were rested in the EFL Cup triumph, tired legs should not prove to be a big problem for the home side. Lee Peltier is back, wh ... Read More...

This match will be played on 13 August 2022 at 15:00

Millwall

Millwall

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

13 August 2022

15:00

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Coventry

Coventry

Millwall will look to bounce back from a 2-0 loss to Sheffield United when they host Coventry City to the Den on Saturday. The Lions failed to impress in the Bramall Lane defeat, but it is well known that they produce much better showings at home than on the travels. Gary Rowett should have a full squad to choose from for the round 3 clash, while summer signing Isaac Olaofe ... Read More...

This match will be played on 13 August 2022 at 15:00

Luton

Luton

Prediction:
2-2

Match Time & Date:

13 August 2022

15:00

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Preston

Preston

Kenilworth Road will host Saturday’s football game between Luton Town and Preston, the two teams who are level on points in the Championship table. Luton head into the match following back-to-back draws with Birmingham and Burnley, and they are likely to adopt an attack-minded approach this time out. Since the Hatters were beaten by Newport County in their EFL Cup opener, ... Read More...

This match will be played on 13 August 2022 at 15:00

Hull City

Hull City

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

13 August 2022

15:00

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Norwich

Norwich

MKM Stadium will host a highly-anticipated Championship game between Hull City and Norwich City. The Tigers aim to make amends for the EFL Cup loss to Bradford City, with the team eyeing their second win of the season. Hull City defeated Bristol City 2-1 in their first home match of the process, which is surely giving fans a reason for optimism ahead of Saturday’s clash. B ... Read More...

This match will be played on 13 August 2022 at 15:00

Huddersfield

Huddersfield

Prediction:
0-1

Match Time & Date:

13 August 2022

15:00

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Stoke City

Stoke City

Huddersfield Town play host to Stoke City at their John Smith’s Stadium in what is expected to be a close Championship game. The Terriers made a slow start to the season, with the team losing to both Burnley and Birmingham, and, as a result, they are low on spirits ahead of the visit of Stoke. Since Huddersfield experienced all sorts of problems at the back in a 4-1 loss t ... Read More...

This match will be played on 13 August 2022 at 15:00

Blackpool

Blackpool

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

13 August 2022

15:00

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Swansea

Swansea

Bloomfield Road will host Saturday’s clash between Blackpool and Swansea City. The Seasiders aim to bounce back from a 2-0 loss to Stoke, but the fact that they defeated Reading in their first home game of the process is surely giving fans a reason for optimism. All Keshi Anderson, Luke Garbutt, and Lawrence-Gabriel are sidelined with injuries, while Gary Madine is a major ... Read More...

This match will be played on 13 August 2022 at 15:00

Cardiff

Cardiff

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

13 August 2022

12:30

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Birmingham City

Birmingham City

Saturday’s football game at Cardiff City Stadium pits together Cardiff City and Birmingham City, the two teams who are eyeing a spot in the playoffs. The Bluebirds kicked off the new season with a 1-0 win over Norwich City, with the team losing to Reading on Matchday 2, and, no doubt, they face a difficult task against Birmingham City. Defender Vontae Daley-Campbell is ban ... Read More...

This match will be played on 13 August 2022 at 12:30

Watford

Watford

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

12 August 2022

20:00

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Burnley

Burnley

All eyes will be on Vicarage Road when Watford and Burnley face each other in the Championship round 3. The Hornets are eyeing their second win of the season, but Friday’s clash will be anything but a walk in the park for the home side. As before, a man to watch in the home team will be pacey winger Ismaila Sarr, while midfielder Imran Louza remains in the recovery room. J ... Read More...

This match will be played on 12 August 2022 at 20:00

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Bojan Jovanovic • Football expert
9 September 2026 • 17:40 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
West HamWest HamWrexhamWrexham11/09/2026, 20:00
  • Correct Score: 3-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
BoltonBoltonCardiffCardiff12/09/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 1-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: No
  • Total SoT: Over 2.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
DerbyDerbyBirmingham CityBirmingham City12/09/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
West BromwichWest BromwichQPRQPR12/09/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Blackburn RoversBlackburn RoversMillwallMillwall12/09/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
CharltonCharltonPortsmouthPortsmouth12/09/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: No
  • Total SoT: Over 2.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
MIddlesbroughMIddlesbroughNorwichNorwich12/09/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 3-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
PrestonPrestonLincolnLincoln12/09/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
SouthamptonSouthamptonBristol CityBristol City12/09/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
SwanseaSwanseaBurnleyBurnley12/09/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
WatfordWatfordStoke CityStoke City12/09/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Draw
Sheffield UnitedSheffield UnitedWolvesWolves13/09/2026, 12:00
  • Correct Score: 1-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Away Win
Bristol CityBristol CityLincolnLincoln15/09/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
MIddlesbroughMIddlesbroughMillwallMillwall15/09/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
Bristol CityBristol CityWatfordWatford18/09/2026, 20:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
CardiffCardiffCharltonCharlton19/09/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
MillwallMillwallWest HamWest Ham19/09/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
Stoke CityStoke CitySheffield UnitedSheffield United19/09/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Birmingham CityBirmingham CityMiddlesbroughMiddlesbrough19/09/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
BurnleyBurnleyDerbyDerby19/09/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: No
  • Total SoT: Over 2.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
LincolnLincolnSwanseaSwansea19/09/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Draw
PortsmouthPortsmouthBlackburn RoversBlackburn Rovers19/09/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
QPRQPRPrestonPreston19/09/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
WrexhamWrexhamSouthamptonSouthampton19/09/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Draw
WolvesWolvesWest BromwichWest Bromwich20/09/2026, 12:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
NorwichNorwichBoltonBolton20/09/2026, 13:30
  • Correct Score: 3-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • 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 (2026/2027)

Team Type Average Goals Scored
Home Teams 1.57
Away Teams 1.26
Total (Combined) 2.83
31.8 min/Goal (195 Goals in 69 matches)
41% Clean Sheets (28 times out of 69 matches)
68% Both Teams Scored (47 times out of 69 matches)
Outcome (Full-Time Result) % of Matches
Home Win 41%
Draw 30%
Away Win 29%
Goals % of Matches Over
Over 0.5 91%
Over 1.5 83%
Over 2.5 64%
Over 3.5 33%
Over 4.5 9%
Goals % of Matches Under
Under 0.5 9%
Under 1.5 17%
Under 2.5 36%
Under 3.5 67%
Under 4.5 91%
Championship Match Stats (2026/2027)
Shots Per Match 26.78
Shots / Match (Home) 14.42
Shots / Match (Away) 12.36
Fouls Per Match 21.97
Fouls / Match (Home) 10.68
Fouls / Match (Away) 11.29
Offsides Per Match 4.36
Players Participated 634

Championship Regular Season

Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts Last 5
1 West Bromwich Albion 6 4 1 1 9 6 +3 13 WLDWW
2 Southampton 6 3 2 1 14 7 +7 11 WWDDW
3 West Ham United 6 3 2 1 14 9 +5 11 LDWWW
4 Swansea City 6 3 2 1 8 4 +4 11 DWWDL
5 Queens Park Rangers 6 3 2 1 7 4 +3 11 DWWLD
6 Charlton Athletic 6 3 2 1 6 7 -1 11 WWDLD
7 Middlesbrough 5 3 1 1 8 5 +3 10 WLWDW
8 Bristol City 5 3 1 1 9 7 +2 10 LDWWW
9 Millwall 5 3 0 2 10 8 +2 9 WWLLW
10 Norwich City 6 3 0 3 10 9 +1 9 LWLWW
11 Sheffield United 6 2 3 1 8 8 0 9 DDWLW
12 Wolverhampton Wanderers 5 2 2 1 13 10 +3 8 DWWLD
13 Watford 6 2 2 2 6 7 -1 8 DDLLW
14 Wrexham 6 1 4 1 7 5 +2 7 DLWDD
15 Birmingham City 6 1 4 1 8 8 0 7 DWDDL
16 Stoke City 6 2 1 3 9 10 -1 7 LLWWD
17 Portsmouth 5 2 0 3 7 8 -1 6 LWLLW
18 Lincoln City 5 1 2 2 4 6 -2 5 LLWDD
19 Blackburn Rovers 6 1 2 3 7 9 -2 5 WLDLL
20 Cardiff City 6 0 4 2 7 10 -3 4 DDLLD
21 Derby County 6 1 1 4 5 11 -6 4 DLWLL
22 Bolton Wanderers 6 1 1 4 6 12 -6 4 DLLLL
23 Preston North End 6 1 0 5 6 12 -6 3 LLLWL
24 Burnley 6 0 3 3 7 13 -6 3 LLDLD

Championship Results

Date Match
05/09/2026, 11:30 Lincoln City 1 - 1 Southampton
05/09/2026, 11:30 Stoke City 4 - 0 Charlton Athletic
05/09/2026, 11:30 Preston North End 2 - 1 Blackburn Rovers
05/09/2026, 14:00 Burnley 1 - 2 Bristol City
05/09/2026, 14:00 Queens Park Rangers 0 - 1 Middlesbrough
05/09/2026, 14:00 Portsmouth 2 - 0 Cardiff City
05/09/2026, 14:00 West Bromwich Albion 1 - 0 Watford
05/09/2026, 14:00 Sheffield United 1 - 3 Norwich City
05/09/2026, 14:00 Millwall 4 - 0 Bolton Wanderers
05/09/2026, 14:00 West Ham United 3 - 0 Derby County
05/09/2026, 19:00 Swansea City 0 - 0 Wrexham
06/09/2026, 11:00 Birmingham City 2 - 2 Wolverhampton Wanderers

Championship Fixtures

Date Match
08/09/2026, 18:45 Southampton 3 - 1 Swansea City
08/09/2026, 18:45 Watford 2 - 1 Preston North End
08/09/2026, 18:45 Wrexham 1 - 1 Burnley
08/09/2026, 18:45 Cardiff City 1 - 1 Stoke City
08/09/2026, 18:45 Blackburn Rovers 1 - 2 Sheffield United
08/09/2026, 19:00 Bolton Wanderers 2 - 3 West Ham United
09/09/2026, 18:45 Derby County 0 - 1 West Bromwich Albion
09/09/2026, 18:45 Norwich City 2 - 1 Birmingham City
09/09/2026, 19:00 Charlton Athletic 0 - 0 Queens Park Rangers
15/09/2026, 18:45 Middlesbrough - Millwall
15/09/2026, 18:45 Bristol City - Lincoln City
20/10/2026, 18:45 Wolverhampton Wanderers - Portsmouth

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