Championship Predictions

Wolves

Wolves

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

31 October 2026

15:00

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Cardiff

Cardiff

Wolverhampton will be aiming to build on their hard-fought 1-0 victory over Watford when they take on Cardiff City in the Championship round 13. The Wolves dominated from the first whistle, registering 24 attempts on goal while limiting the Hornets to just 0.16 expected goals. Adam Armstrong scored the winner and, with Raul Jimenez still sidelined, the fit-again forward is expe ... Read More...

This match will be played on 31 October 2026 at 15:00

West Ham

West Ham

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

31 October 2026

15:00

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West Bromwich

West Bromwich

West Ham United will be eager to bounce back from their 3-2 defeat to Southampton when they face WBA, having struggled to contain the Saints defensively at the weekend. Changes to the starting XI are expected, with Tomas Soucek pushing for a starting spot after scoring as a substitute in that match. The Hammers have been impressive going forward, averaging 3.00 goals per game a ... Read More...

This match will be played on 31 October 2026 at 15:00

Swansea

Swansea

Prediction:
2-2

Match Time & Date:

31 October 2026

15:00

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Blackburn Rovers

Blackburn Rovers

All eyes will be on Swansea.com Stadium when Swansea City host Blackburn Rovers in a Championship encounter. The Swans are eager to respond after suffering back-to-back defeats, losing 1-0 to West Ham before being thrashed 5-0 by QPR. Vitor Matos is expected to make changes to his starting XI, with Fulton and Seelt both pushing for places. Despite their recent setbacks, Swansea ... Read More...

This match will be played on 31 October 2026 at 15:00

Southampton

Southampton

Prediction:
3-1

Match Time & Date:

31 October 2026

15:00

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QPR

QPR

St. Mary’s will be the centre of attention when Southampton face QPR in what promises to be an entertaining Championship clash. The Saints head into the match on the back of a 3-2 win over West Ham, having won three of their last four league games. Their home form has been particularly impressive, with four consecutive victories and an average of 2.60 goals scored per match. Im ... Read More...

This match will be played on 31 October 2026 at 15:00

Millwall

Millwall

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

31 October 2026

15:00

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Derby

Derby

Expect a thrilling atmosphere at the Den when Millwall host Derby County in a clash between two sides desperate to end their poor runs of form. The Lions have gone three games without a win, suffering a 2-1 defeat to Portsmouth at the weekend, and they have struggled to make home advantage count lately. Injuries to De Norre, Luongo, Coburn and Arconte have further complicated m ... Read More...

This match will be played on 31 October 2026 at 15:00

Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough

Prediction:
3-0

Match Time & Date:

31 October 2026

15:00

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Charlton

Charlton

League leaders Middlesbrough will be aiming to build on their emphatic 5-1 win over Bolton and give their fans another reason to celebrate at the Riverside Stadium. Will Lankshear was the star of the show with a brace, while pacey winger Tommy Conway should also pose problems for the opposition defence. Boro have been creating plenty of chances, averaging 2.41 xG per home game, ... Read More...

This match will be played on 31 October 2026 at 15:00

Burnley

Burnley

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

31 October 2026

15:00

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Portsmouth

Portsmouth

Burnley will be looking to make amends for their disappointing 4-1 defeat to Lincoln as they look to turn their fortunes around under new boss Fabio Celestini. The Clarets have struggled for consistency, going winless in their last five home matches, and defensive issues remain a major concern. Armando Broja picked up a knock against Lincoln, meaning Andreas Houtondji is expect ... Read More...

This match will be played on 31 October 2026 at 15:00

Bolton

Bolton

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

31 October 2026

15:00

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Bristol City

Bristol City

Bolton will be aiming to make amends for a heavy 5-1 defeat to Middlesbrough, having now suffered four losses in their previous five league matches. Despite the disappointing result, the hosts had some promising moments against the promotion hopefuls and will hope to improve at home. Midfielder Ethan Erhahon picked up a knock in that match and is rated doubtful for the visit of ... Read More...

This match will be played on 31 October 2026 at 15:00

Stoke City

Stoke City

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

31 October 2026

12:30

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Preston

Preston

Following a goalless draw with Bristol City, Stoke City will be eager to get back to winning ways and extend their impressive run of just one defeat in nine league matches. The Potters registered 1.05 xG at the weekend and have been particularly solid at home, winning three of their last five matches at the bet365 Stadium. Lamine Cisse picked up an injury and could be sorely mi ... Read More...

This match will be played on 31 October 2026 at 12:30

Norwich

Norwich

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

31 October 2026

12:30

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Watford

Watford

All eyes will be on Carrow Road when Norwich and Watford face each other in a Championship clash. The Canaries ended their five-game losing run with a convincing 3-1 win over Charlton Athletic, giving them a welcome confidence boost. Paris Maghoma picked up a knock in that match, so Sam Field is pushing for a recall to the starting XI. Norwich have struggled defensively this se ... Read More...

This match will be played on 31 October 2026 at 12:30

Lincoln

Lincoln

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

31 October 2026

12:30

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Birmingham City

Birmingham City

Buoyed by a 4-1 win over Burnley, Lincoln will be eager to maintain their attacking momentum when they host Birmingham City. The Imps have now seen over 2.5 goals in each of their last five Championship matches, although their home form has been less convincing, with just one win in their last five outings at their own ground. Sonny Bradley picked up a knock at the weekend, lea ... Read More...

This match will be played on 31 October 2026 at 12:30

Sheffield United

Sheffield United

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

30 October 2026

20:00

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Wrexham

Wrexham

Sheffield United will be keen to return to winning ways in the Championship after being held to a 1-1 draw by Derby County. The Blades created plenty of chances in that encounter, recording an impressive 2.99 xG, and will hope to turn their attacking promise into three points. Patrick Bamford, who scored against Derby, is doubtful with a shoulder problem, but there are no other ... Read More...

This match will be played on 30 October 2026 at 20:00

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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
NorwichNorwichWatfordWatford31/10/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 1-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: No
  • Total SoT: Over 2.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Stoke CityStoke CityPrestonPreston31/10/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 2-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
LincolnLincolnBirmingham CityBirmingham City31/10/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 1-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Away Win
SwanseaSwanseaBlackburn RoversBlackburn Rovers31/10/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Draw
WolvesWolvesCardiffCardiff31/10/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
BoltonBoltonBristol CityBristol City31/10/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Away Win
MillwallMillwallDerbyDerby31/10/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
West HamWest HamWest BromwichWest Bromwich31/10/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
MiddlesbroughMiddlesbroughCharltonCharlton31/10/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 3-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
SouthamptonSouthamptonQPRQPR31/10/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 3-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
BurnleyBurnleyPortsmouthPortsmouth31/10/2026, 15:00
  • 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 (2026/2027)

Team Type Average Goals Scored
Home Teams 1.59
Away Teams 1.28
Total (Combined) 2.88
31.3 min/Goal (417 Goals in 145 matches)
43% Clean Sheets (63 times out of 145 matches)
63% Both Teams Scored (91 times out of 145 matches)
Outcome (Full-Time Result) % of Matches
Home Win 41%
Draw 28%
Away Win 31%
Goals % of Matches Over
Over 0.5 94%
Over 1.5 76%
Over 2.5 60%
Over 3.5 37%
Over 4.5 14%
Goals % of Matches Under
Under 0.5 6%
Under 1.5 24%
Under 2.5 40%
Under 3.5 63%
Under 4.5 86%
Championship Match Stats (2026/2027)
Shots Per Match 27.28
Shots / Match (Home) 14.8
Shots / Match (Away) 12.48
Fouls Per Match 21.94
Fouls / Match (Home) 10.59
Fouls / Match (Away) 11.36
Offsides Per Match 4.39
Players Participated 697

Championship Regular Season

Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts Last 5
1 Middlesbrough 12 7 4 1 27 17 +10 25 DWWDW
2 Southampton 12 7 3 2 24 12 +12 24 LWWDW
3 Swansea City 12 7 2 3 16 13 +3 23 WWWLL
4 West Ham United 12 6 4 2 32 15 +17 22 DDWWL
5 Wolverhampton Wanderers 12 6 3 3 20 16 +4 21 LLWDW
6 West Bromwich Albion 12 6 3 3 16 13 +3 21 LLWWD
7 Birmingham City 12 5 5 2 20 12 +8 20 DWWWL
8 Queens Park Rangers 12 5 5 2 20 12 +8 20 DDWLW
9 Stoke City 12 6 2 4 18 16 +2 20 WWLWD
10 Sheffield United 13 5 4 4 17 15 +2 19 WLWDW
11 Blackburn Rovers 12 5 3 4 19 16 +3 18 DWWLW
12 Portsmouth 12 5 3 4 16 15 +1 18 LWWDW
13 Millwall 12 4 3 5 19 20 -1 15 DWLDL
14 Bristol City 12 4 3 5 12 15 -3 15 WDLLD
15 Lincoln City 12 4 3 5 13 20 -7 15 LLLDW
16 Cardiff City 12 3 5 4 19 17 +2 14 WLWDW
17 Wrexham 13 3 5 5 15 19 -4 14 DLWLL
18 Charlton Athletic 12 3 5 4 11 18 -7 14 LDDLL
19 Bolton Wanderers 12 4 2 6 16 23 -7 14 WLWDL
20 Norwich City 12 4 0 8 20 22 -2 12 LLLLW
21 Watford 12 3 2 7 10 20 -10 11 LLLWL
22 Burnley 12 1 5 6 17 25 -8 8 DWDLL
23 Derby County 12 1 4 7 10 21 -11 7 DDLLD
24 Preston North End 12 1 2 9 10 25 -15 5 DLLLD

Championship Results

Date Match
23/10/2026, 19:00 Bolton Wanderers 1 - 5 Middlesbrough
24/10/2026, 11:30 Charlton Athletic 1 - 3 Norwich City
24/10/2026, 11:30 Sheffield United 1 - 1 Derby County
24/10/2026, 11:30 Portsmouth 2 - 1 Millwall
24/10/2026, 14:00 Cardiff City 1 - 0 Birmingham City
24/10/2026, 14:00 West Ham United 2 - 3 Southampton
24/10/2026, 14:00 Wolverhampton Wanderers 1 - 0 Watford
24/10/2026, 14:00 Preston North End 1 - 1 West Bromwich Albion
24/10/2026, 14:00 Lincoln City 4 - 1 Burnley
24/10/2026, 14:00 Stoke City 0 - 0 Bristol City
24/10/2026, 14:00 Queens Park Rangers 5 - 0 Swansea City
24/10/2026, 14:00 Blackburn Rovers 2 - 0 Wrexham

Championship Fixtures

Date Match
30/10/2026, 20:00 Sheffield United 1 - 0 Wrexham
31/10/2026, 12:30 Norwich City - Watford
31/10/2026, 12:30 Stoke City - Preston North End
31/10/2026, 12:30 Lincoln City - Birmingham City
31/10/2026, 15:00 Swansea City - Blackburn Rovers
31/10/2026, 15:00 Wolverhampton Wanderers - Cardiff City
31/10/2026, 15:00 Bolton Wanderers - Bristol City
31/10/2026, 15:00 Millwall - Derby County
31/10/2026, 15:00 West Ham United - West Bromwich Albion
31/10/2026, 15:00 Middlesbrough - Charlton Athletic
31/10/2026, 15:00 Southampton - Queens Park Rangers
31/10/2026, 15:00 Burnley - Portsmouth

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