Championship Predictions

Hull City

Hull City

Prediction:
3-2

Match Time & Date:

2 May 2026

12:30

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Norwich

Norwich

Hull City will look to sneak into the playoffs with a win over Norwich City on the last day of the regular season. As the Tigers want this win more than the visitors, we predict a 3-2 home triumph. Hull's recent form has been inconsistent (1.00 points per game), yet their matches are typically open, averaging 2.80 total goals with a high 80% BTTS rate. Defensively, they conc... Read More...

This match will be played on 2 May 2026 at 12:30

Derby

Derby

Prediction:
3-1

Match Time & Date:

2 May 2026

12:30

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Sheffield United

Sheffield United

Derby County head into the decisive final round with momentum after a 3–2 win over QPR. As Sheffield United have nothing to play for in Saturday's game, we predict a 3-1 home win. The likes of Callum Elder, Tyreece John-Jules Agyemang, Bobby Clark, and Rhian Brewster are all sidelined for the hosts, but despite those absences, Derby’s form remains strong, taking 1.80 poi... Read More...

This match will be played on 2 May 2026 at 12:30

Bristol City

Bristol City

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

2 May 2026

12:30

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Stoke City

Stoke City

Bristol City head into the final round eager to bounce back from a 2–1 defeat to Birmingham and potentially climb into 11th place. Their recent form has been inconsistent, with just a 20% win rate over the last 10 matches and 0.90 points per game. Defensively, they have struggled, conceding 1.50 goals per match on average, while scoring only 0.90. However, their games tend... Read More...

This match will be played on 2 May 2026 at 12:30

Blackburn Rovers

Blackburn Rovers

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

2 May 2026

12:30

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Leicester

Leicester

Blackburn Rovers head into the final round looking to build on their 3–1 win over Sheffield United and close the season on a positive note. As Leicester City are low on spirits after failing to secure the Championship survival, we predict a 2-1 home win. Despite a lengthy injury list, the Riversiders have no new concerns, and recent numbers suggest a competitive edge. Acro... Read More...

This match will be played on 2 May 2026 at 12:30

Southampton

Southampton

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

28 April 2026

19:45

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Ipswich

Ipswich

Southampton FC host Ipswich Town in a high-stakes Championship derby, with both sides still chasing promotion objectives. As the Saints have been impressive at their St. Mary's of late, we predict a 2-1 home win. Southampton may be low on morale after a painful FA Cup exit to Manchester City, but their league form remains outstanding, averaging 2.60 points per game with an 8... Read More...

This match will be played on 28 April 2026 at 19:45

Coventry

Coventry

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

26 April 2026

12:00

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Wrexham

Wrexham

Coventry and Wrexham lock horns is a fascinating clash between a newly promoted powerhouse and a promotion-chasing underdog still fighting for a playoff spot. As the Sky Blues aim to put icing on the cake on a very successful season, we predict a 2-1 home win. Coventry come into this match after confirming automatic Premier League promotion, but they are still in excellent f... Read More...

This match will be played on 26 April 2026 at 12:00

Stoke City

Stoke City

Prediction:
2-2

Match Time & Date:

25 April 2026

15:00

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Portsmouth

Portsmouth

Stoke City and Portsmouth go head to head in a mid-table Championship clash between two sides with little pressure. Therefore, our prediction leans toward a high-scoring 2-2 draw. The Potters come into this fixture on a four-game winless run, having lost 3-1 to Millwall in midweek. Their form is poor overall, averaging just 0.80 points per game. At home they are much more co... Read More...

This match will be played on 25 April 2026 at 15:00

Sheffield United

Sheffield United

Prediction:
2-2

Match Time & Date:

25 April 2026

15:00

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Preston

Preston

Bramall Lane will host Saturday's football game between Sheffield United and Preston where two inconsistent mid-table sides are looking to end the season on a stronger note after recent defeats. As both teams will be with guards down this time out, we predict a 2-2 draw. The Blades head into this match after a disappointing 1-3 loss to Blackburn, but their overall form remai... Read More...

This match will be played on 25 April 2026 at 15:00

QPR

QPR

Prediction:
0-1

Match Time & Date:

25 April 2026

15:00

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Derby

Derby

QPR and Derby take on each other is a Championship clash with contrasting motivations, as the hosts sit safely mid-table while Derby continue their push for a playoff spot. As the Rams want this win more, we predict a 1-0 away triumph. The Hoops head into this game after a 2-1 defeat to Swansea, extending a mixed run where they average 1.10 points per game. The capital club ... Read More...

This match will be played on 25 April 2026 at 15:00

Oxford United

Oxford United

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

25 April 2026

15:00

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Sheffield Wednesday

Sheffield Wednesday

Oxford United face Sheffield Wednesday at their Kassam Stadium with the relegation-threatened Yellows facing a must-win situation. As the rock-bottom Owls have nothing to play for in Saturday's encounter, we predict a 2-0 home win. Oxford come into this match looking to recover from a narrow 1-0 defeat to Wrexham, but their overall form remains competitive with 1.50 points p... Read More...

This match will be played on 25 April 2026 at 15:00

Norwich

Norwich

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

25 April 2026

15:00

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Swansea

Swansea

Norwich vs Swansea City is a tight Championship meeting between two sides still chasing late-season objectives, with Norwich clinging to slim playoff hopes and Swansea arriving in decent attacking form. As the Canaries have turned their Carrow Road into a real fortress, we predict a 2-1 home win. Norwich come into this after a 2-1 win over Derby County, extending a strong ru... Read More...

This match will be played on 25 April 2026 at 15:00

Birmingham City

Birmingham City

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

25 April 2026

15:00

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Bristol City

Bristol City

Birmingham City and Bristol City square off against each other in a mid-table Championship clash with both sides playing for pride rather than major objectives. As the the two teams seem to be evenly matched, we predict a 1-1 draw. The Blues come into this after a 2-1 win over Preston, continuing an inconsistent run where they average 1.10 points per game. At home they are n... Read More...

This match will be played on 25 April 2026 at 15:00

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Bojan Jovanovic • Football expert
4 May 2026 • 05:29 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
Hull CityHull CityMillwallMillwall08/05/2026, 20:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
MIddlesbroughMIddlesbroughSouthamptonSouthampton09/05/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 1-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: No
  • Total SoT: Over 2.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
MillwallMillwallHull CityHull City11/05/2026, 20:00
  • Correct Score: 1-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: No
  • Total SoT: Over 2.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
SouthamptonSouthamptonMiddlesbroughMiddlesbrough12/05/2026, 20:00
  • 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 1.4
Away Teams 1.2
Total (Combined) 2.61
34.5 min/Goal (1438 Goals in 552 matches)
49% Clean Sheets (272 times out of 552 matches)
56% Both Teams Scored (314 times out of 552 matches)
Outcome (Full-Time Result) % of Matches
Home Win 42%
Draw 26%
Away Win 32%
Goals % of Matches Over
Over 0.5 94%
Over 1.5 76%
Over 2.5 51%
Over 3.5 25%
Over 4.5 10%
Goals % of Matches Under
Under 0.5 6%
Under 1.5 24%
Under 2.5 49%
Under 3.5 75%
Under 4.5 90%
Championship Match Stats (2025/2026)
Shots Per Match 25.24
Shots / Match (Home) 14.05
Shots / Match (Away) 11.18
Fouls Per Match 21.45
Fouls / Match (Home) 10.29
Fouls / Match (Away) 11.16
Offsides Per Match 3.81
Players Participated 887

Championship Regular Season

Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts Last 5
1 Coventry City 46 28 11 7 97 45 +52 95 DDWWW
2 Ipswich Town 46 23 15 8 80 47 +33 84 DWDDW
3 Millwall 46 24 11 11 64 49 +15 83 DWWDW
4 Southampton 46 22 14 10 82 56 +26 80 WWDDW
5 Middlesbrough 46 22 14 10 72 47 +25 80 LDWWD
6 Hull City 46 21 10 15 70 66 +4 73 LDDLW
7 Wrexham 46 19 14 13 69 65 +4 71 LWWLD
8 Derby County 46 20 9 17 67 59 +8 69 LWLWL
9 Norwich City 46 19 8 19 63 56 +7 65 LWWDL
10 Birmingham City 46 17 13 16 57 56 +1 64 WDWWD
11 Swansea City 46 18 10 18 57 59 -2 64 WLWDW
12 Bristol City 46 17 11 18 59 59 0 62 DLDLW
13 Sheffield United 46 18 6 22 66 66 0 60 WWLLW
14 Preston North End 46 15 15 16 55 62 -7 60 WLLWL
15 Queens Park Rangers 46 16 10 20 61 73 -12 58 DLLLL
16 Watford 46 14 15 17 53 65 -12 57 LLLLL
17 Stoke City 46 15 10 21 51 56 -5 55 DLLLL
18 Portsmouth 46 14 13 19 49 64 -15 55 WWLWD
19 West Bromwich Albion 46 13 14 19 48 58 -10 53 DWWDL
20 Charlton Athletic 46 13 14 19 44 58 -14 53 LDLWL
21 Leicester City 46 12 16 18 58 68 -10 52 LLDDW
22 Blackburn Rovers 46 13 13 20 42 56 -14 52 DLDWL
23 Oxford United 46 11 14 21 45 59 -14 47 WLLWL
24 Sheffield Wednesday 46 2 12 32 29 89 -60 18 DDLLW

Championship Results

Date Match
02/05/2026, 11:30 Sheffield Wednesday 2 - 1 West Bromwich Albion
02/05/2026, 11:30 Watford 0 - 4 Coventry City
02/05/2026, 11:30 Blackburn Rovers 0 - 1 Leicester City
02/05/2026, 11:30 Bristol City 2 - 0 Stoke City
02/05/2026, 11:30 Derby County 1 - 2 Sheffield United
02/05/2026, 11:30 Hull City 2 - 1 Norwich City
02/05/2026, 11:30 Ipswich Town 3 - 0 Queens Park Rangers
02/05/2026, 11:30 Millwall 2 - 0 Oxford United
02/05/2026, 11:30 Portsmouth 1 - 1 Birmingham City
02/05/2026, 11:30 Preston North End 1 - 3 Southampton
02/05/2026, 11:30 Swansea City 3 - 1 Charlton Athletic
02/05/2026, 11:30 Wrexham 2 - 2 Middlesbrough

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