Championship Predictions

Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

28 August 2021

15:00

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Blackburn

Blackburn

Middlesbrough and Blackburn Rovers take on each other at Riverside Stadium in what is expected to be an interesting Championship game. The Boro have been having thier ups and downs of late, with the team beating Bristol City, losing to QPR, while sharing the spoils with Derby County. Even though all Ameobi, Browne, and Watmore are out of contention with injuries, we predict ... Read More...

This match will be played on 28 August 2021 at 15:00

Luton

Luton

Prediction:
0-1

Match Time & Date:

28 August 2021

15:00

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Sheffield United

Sheffield United

Kenilworth Road will host Saturday’s football game between Luton Town and Sheffield United, the two teams who sit in the opposite halves of the table ahead of Matchday 5. The Hatters occupy 11th place in the standings, with the team eyeing their third win of the season. Luton Town, though, experienced all sorts of problems at the back in an embarassing 5-0 loss to Birmingh... Read More...

This match will be played on 28 August 2021 at 15:00

Hull City

Hull City

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

28 August 2021

15:00

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Bournemouth

Bournemouth

All eyes will be on MKM Stadium when Hull City and Bournemouth square off against each other in the Championship round 5. The Tigers are on a three-game losing run in the English second tier, and it should come as no surprise the bookies see them as underdogs in Saturday’s football game. Grant McCann could opt to make changes to the starting XI, with all Eaves, Cannon, and... Read More...

This match will be played on 28 August 2021 at 15:00

Huddersfield

Huddersfield

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

28 August 2021

15:00

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Reading

Reading

Huddersfield Town and Reading square off against each other at Kirkless Stadium in what is expected to be an interesting Championship encounter. The Terriers have been producing fine displays ever since they suffered a heavy 5-1 loss to Fulham, with the team eyeing their third consecutive league win. Even though all Pipa, Rowe, and Ruffels have been struggling through injuri... Read More...

This match will be played on 28 August 2021 at 15:00

Fulham

Fulham

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

28 August 2021

15:00

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Stoke City

Stoke City

Fulham will look to retain top position in the standings when they take on Stoke City at their Craven Cottage on Saturday afternoon. The Cottagers are eyeing their fourth consecutive league win, and they are likely to stick to their attacking style of play. A man to watch in the home team will be Aleksandar Mitrovic, who has already found his goal-scoring touch. Both Tim Rea... Read More...

This match will be played on 28 August 2021 at 15:00

Barnsley

Barnsley

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

28 August 2021

15:00

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Birmingham City

Birmingham City

Oakwell will host Saturday’s football game between Barnsley and Birmingham City. The Tykes head into the match following a 2-2 draw with QPR, with the team eyeing their second win of the season. All Andersen, Morris, Leya, and Oulare have been struggling with injuries of late, but Marcus Schopp can count on key players for Saturday’s clash. The Blues, on the other hand, ... Read More...

This match will be played on 28 August 2021 at 15:00

Derby

Derby

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

28 August 2021

12:30

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Nottingham Forest

Nottingham Forest

There will be fireworks when Derby County and Nottingham Forest square off against each other at Pride Park in the East Midlands derby. The Rams have been having their ups and downs of late, with the team beating Peterborough, losing to Hull City, while sharing the spoils with Middlesbrough at the weekend. Wayne Rooney’s troops aim to return to winning ways, but they will ... Read More...

This match will be played on 28 August 2021 at 12:30

Cardiff

Cardiff

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

28 August 2021

12:30

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Bristol City

Bristol City

Cardiff City and Bristol City go head to head at Cardiff City Stadium in the opening match of the Championship day 5. The Bluebirds have been producing fine displays at the start of the season, with the team climbing to the playoffs berth thanks to a 3-1 win over Millwall. Aden Flint, who scored four goals in total in the previous two league fixtures, will be the man to watc... Read More...

This match will be played on 28 August 2021 at 12:30

Stoke City

Stoke City

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

21 August 2021

15:00

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Nottingham Forest

Nottingham Forest

Buoyed by a 3-1 win over Swansea City, Stoke City will be aiming to give fans yet another reason for celebration when they take on Nottingham Forest at Bet365 Stadium. The Potters are eyeing their third win of the season, and we are positive that they will adopt an attack-minded approach in Saturday’s clash. All Campbell, Forrester, and Oakley-Boothe are likely to miss the... Read More...

This match will be played on 21 August 2021 at 15:00

Sheffield United

Sheffield United

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

21 August 2021

15:00

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Huddersfield

Huddersfield

Sheffield United will look to bounce back from an embarrassing 4-0 loss to WBA when they take on Huddersfield Town on Matchday 4. New boss Slavisa Jokanovic feels pressure ahead of Saturday’s clash, and we are positive that his men are going to leave their hearts on the field. The Blades have yet to find the net in the new Championship campaign, but this game could be the ... Read More...

This match will be played on 21 August 2021 at 15:00

Preston

Preston

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

21 August 2021

15:00

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Peterborough

Peterborough

Preston and Peterbough square off against each other at Deepdale in what is expected to be an interesting Championship game. The Lilywhites have yet to find their best form, and, no doubt, they will give 100% to put an end to their three-game losing run. Frankie McAvoy could opt to make changes to the starting XI, with all Bayliss, Brown, and Olosunde pushing for a start. ... Read More...

This match will be played on 21 August 2021 at 15:00

Luton

Luton

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

21 August 2021

15:00

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Birmingham City

Birmingham City

Saturday’s football game at Kenilworth Road pits together Luton Town and Birmingham City. The Hatters are eyeing their third win of the season, as they have defeated the likes of Peterborough United and Barnsley in the process. Luton looked solid at the back in the midweek triumph, and they are likely to rely on their defence in Saturday’s game as well. Midfielder Jordan... Read More...

This match will be played on 21 August 2021 at 15:00

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Bojan Jovanovic • Football expert
12 March 2026 • 19:30 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
PortsmouthPortsmouthDerbyDerby16/03/2026, 20:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
WatfordWatfordWrexhamWrexham17/03/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
SouthamptonSouthamptonNorwichNorwich18/03/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
PrestonPrestonStoke CityStoke City20/03/2026, 20:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
Blackburn RoversBlackburn RoversMiddlesbroughMiddlesbrough21/03/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
DerbyDerbyBirmingham CityBirmingham City21/03/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
IpswichIpswichMillwallMillwall21/03/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Bristol CityBristol CityWest BromwichWest Bromwich21/03/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
CharltonCharltonNorwichNorwich21/03/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Draw
Hull CityHull CitySheffield WednesdaySheffield Wednesday21/03/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
QPRQPRPortsmouthPortsmouth21/03/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
Sheffield UnitedSheffield UnitedWrexhamWrexham21/03/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
SouthamptonSouthamptonOxford UnitedOxford United21/03/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 3-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
WatfordWatfordLeicesterLeicester21/03/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
SwanseaSwanseaCoventryCoventry21/03/2026, 17:15
  • Correct Score: 2-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • 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 1.38
Away Teams 1.2
Total (Combined) 2.59
34.8 min/Goal (1170 Goals in 452 matches)
50% Clean Sheets (224 times out of 452 matches)
56% Both Teams Scored (254 times out of 452 matches)
Outcome (Full-Time Result) % of Matches
Home Win 42%
Draw 25%
Away Win 33%
Goals % of Matches Over
Over 0.5 94%
Over 1.5 76%
Over 2.5 50%
Over 3.5 24%
Over 4.5 10%
Goals % of Matches Under
Under 0.5 6%
Under 1.5 24%
Under 2.5 50%
Under 3.5 76%
Under 4.5 90%
Championship Match Stats (2025/2026)
Shots Per Match 25.07
Shots / Match (Home) 14.08
Shots / Match (Away) 11
Fouls Per Match 21.42
Fouls / Match (Home) 10.31
Fouls / Match (Away) 11.11
Offsides Per Match 3.85
Players Participated 873

Championship Regular Season

Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts Last 5
1 Coventry City 38 23 8 7 78 40 +38 77 WWWWL
2 Middlesbrough 38 20 10 8 59 37 +22 70 DWWLD
3 Ipswich Town 37 19 11 7 66 38 +28 68 WWDDW
4 Millwall 38 20 8 10 52 43 +9 68 WWWWL
5 Hull City 38 19 6 13 59 56 +3 63 WLLWL
6 Wrexham 37 16 12 9 57 47 +10 60 WWWLW
7 Southampton 37 15 12 10 60 48 +12 57 DWWDW
8 Derby County 37 15 9 13 54 48 +6 54 LLWWL
9 Birmingham City 38 14 11 13 48 48 0 53 LLLWD
10 Watford 37 13 13 11 47 45 +2 52 WLWDL
11 Swansea City 38 15 7 16 44 46 -2 52 DLWWL
12 Norwich City 37 15 6 16 51 45 +6 51 LWWWW
13 Stoke City 38 14 9 15 45 40 +5 51 WLLDW
14 Bristol City 38 14 9 15 49 49 0 51 WLLLD
15 Sheffield United 38 15 5 18 53 52 +1 50 LWDLD
16 Queens Park Rangers 38 14 8 16 49 60 -11 50 LLLLW
17 Preston North End 38 12 13 13 42 48 -6 49 DLLLL
18 Charlton Athletic 38 12 12 14 36 45 -9 48 DLWWD
19 Leicester City 38 11 11 16 51 60 -9 44 DLDWL
20 Blackburn Rovers 38 11 9 18 36 49 -13 42 LLDLW
21 Portsmouth 36 10 10 16 36 47 -11 40 WLLDL
22 West Bromwich Albion 38 10 10 18 39 54 -15 40 DLDDW
23 Oxford United 38 9 12 17 36 49 -13 39 LWWWD
24 Sheffield Wednesday 38 1 9 28 23 76 -53 12 LLLDL

Championship Results

Date Match
10/03/2026, 19:45 Portsmouth 1 - 2 Swansea City
10/03/2026, 19:45 Leicester City 2 - 0 Bristol City
10/03/2026, 19:45 Millwall 1 - 0 Derby County
10/03/2026, 19:45 Sheffield Wednesday 1 - 1 Watford
10/03/2026, 19:45 Wrexham 1 - 2 Hull City
10/03/2026, 20:00 Stoke City 3 - 3 Ipswich Town
11/03/2026, 19:45 Norwich City 2 - 1 Sheffield United
11/03/2026, 19:45 Oxford United 1 - 0 Blackburn Rovers
11/03/2026, 19:45 West Bromwich Albion 1 - 1 Southampton
11/03/2026, 19:45 Middlesbrough 0 - 1 Charlton Athletic
11/03/2026, 19:45 Birmingham City 1 - 0 Queens Park Rangers
11/03/2026, 20:00 Coventry City 3 - 0 Preston North End

Championship Fixtures

Date Match
13/03/2026, 20:00 Wrexham 2 - 0 Swansea City
14/03/2026, 12:30 Oxford United 1 - 1 Charlton Athletic
14/03/2026, 12:30 Coventry City 1 - 2 Southampton
14/03/2026, 12:30 Middlesbrough 1 - 1 Bristol City
14/03/2026, 15:00 Sheffield Wednesday 0 - 2 Ipswich Town
14/03/2026, 15:00 Norwich City 2 - 0 Preston North End
14/03/2026, 15:00 Birmingham City 1 - 1 Sheffield United
14/03/2026, 15:00 Leicester City 1 - 3 Queens Park Rangers
14/03/2026, 15:00 Stoke City 3 - 1 Watford
14/03/2026, 15:00 West Bromwich Albion 3 - 0 Hull City
14/03/2026, 15:00 Millwall 1 - 2 Blackburn Rovers
16/03/2026, 20:00 Portsmouth - Derby County

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