Championship Predictions

Stoke City

Stoke City

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

25 September 2021

15:00

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Hull City

Hull City

Buoyed by the EFL Cup win over Premier League side Watford, Stoke City will be looking to give fans yet another reason for celebration when they host Hull City to their Bet365 Stadium. The Potters suffered a 2-1 loss to Derby County at the weekend, and they will not have a better chance than this to return to winning ways. Both Tashan Oakley-Boothe and Tyrese Campbell are si ... Read More...

This match will be played on 25 September 2021 at 15:00

Sheffield United

Sheffield United

Prediction:
3-1

Match Time & Date:

25 September 2021

15:00

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Derby

Derby

All eyes will be on Bramall Lane when Sheffield United and Derby County face each other in the Championship derby on Saturday afternoon. The Blades aim to recover from the EFL Cup defeat to Southampton, and we are positive that they will stick to their attacking style of play. You should bear in mind that Sheffield United scored 11 goals in total in the previous three league ... Read More...

This match will be played on 25 September 2021 at 15:00

Nottingham Forest

Nottingham Forest

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

25 September 2021

15:00

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Millwall

Millwall

Nottingham Forest play host to Millwall at their City Ground in the Championship round 9. The Reds aim to build on a 2-0 win over Huddersfield Town, which gave the rock-bottom side a confidence-boost. Forest are desperate to escape the relegation zone, and we are positive that they will leave their hearts on the field in Saturday’s football match. Defender Jordi Osei-Tutu ... Read More...

This match will be played on 25 September 2021 at 15:00

Bristol City

Bristol City

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

25 September 2021

15:00

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Fulham

Fulham

Bristol City and Fulham go head to head at Ashton Gate Stadium in the Championship round 9. The Robins did well to beat Queens Park Rangers at the weekend, with the team climbing to 9th place in the standings. Bristol City are eyeing a place in the playoffs, but they will have a big fish to fry against Fulham. Chris Martin is widely expected to keep his place up front alongs ... Read More...

This match will be played on 25 September 2021 at 15:00

Bournemouth

Bournemouth

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

25 September 2021

15:00

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Luton

Luton

Bournemouth will look to extend their winning run to four games when they take on Luton Town at their Vitality Stadium on Saturday afternoon. The Cherries are determined to return to the Premier League, and we are positive that they will adopt an attack-minded approach against Luton. Both Junior Stanislas and Lewis Cook are sidelined with injuries, but Dominic Solanke is lik ... Read More...

This match will be played on 25 September 2021 at 15:00

Blackpool

Blackpool

Prediction:
0-0

Match Time & Date:

25 September 2021

15:00

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Barnsley

Barnsley

Bloomfield Road will host Saturday’s football game between Blackpool and Barnsley, the two teams who are level on points ahead of Matchday 9. The Seasiders aim to build on a 2-1 win at Middlesbrough, but this match will be anything but a walk in the park for the hosts. All CJ Hamilton, Grant Ward, and Demetri Mitchell are rated doubtful, while Matty Virtue misses out with ... Read More...

This match will be played on 25 September 2021 at 15:00

Blackburn Rovers

Blackburn Rovers

Prediction:
0-0

Match Time & Date:

25 September 2021

15:00

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Cardiff

Cardiff

Blackburn City and Cardiff City go head to head at Ewood Park in what is expected to be one of the most exciting games of Saturday’s program. The Riversiders aim to extend their unbeaten run to five games, with the team eyeing their third consecutive clean sheet. Keep in mind, though, that Blackburn Rovers had no more than three goal attempts in a goalless draw with Barnsl ... Read More...

This match will be played on 25 September 2021 at 15:00

Brimingham City

Brimingham City

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

25 September 2021

15:00

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Preston

Preston

Saturday’s football game at St. Andrew’s Stadium pits together Birmingham City and Preston. The Blues suffered a dip in form, with the team experiencing all sorts of problems at the back in back-to-back losses to Fulham (1-4), and Peterborough (0-3). Considering that experienced midfielder Gary Gardner misses the match through suspension, we are not tempted to put our mo ... Read More...

This match will be played on 25 September 2021 at 15:00

Reading

Reading

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

25 September 2021

12:30

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Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough

After shocking Fulham at Craven Cottage, Reading will be aiming to give fans yet another reason for celebration when they take on Middlesbrough at Select Car Leasing Stadium on Matchday 9. The Royals are eyeing their third consecutive league win, and they are likely to adopt an attack-minded approach in Saturday’s clash. Key attacker Lucas Joao remains on the sidelines wit ... Read More...

This match will be played on 25 September 2021 at 12:30

West Bromwich

West Bromwich

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

24 September 2021

20:00

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QPR

QPR

WBA will be aiming to climb to automatic promotion places when they take on Queens Park Rangers at the Hawthorns on Matchday 9. The Baggies are undefeated in the 2021/2022 Championship season, but they have drawn the previous three league fixtures. Both Dara O’Shea and Matt Clarke remain in the recovery room, but there are no other absentees in the home team.

The H ... Read More...

This match will be played on 24 September 2021 at 20:00

Coventry

Coventry

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

24 September 2021

19:45

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Peterborough

Peterborough

Coventry and Peterborough go head to head at Coventry Building Society Arena in the Championship round 9. The Sky Blues are a real force to be reckoned with at home, with the team eyeing their sixth consecutive win in front of home fans. Defender Fankaty Dabo returns from suspension, while both Liam Kelly and Josh Eccles remain in the recovery room.

The Posh, on the ... Read More...

This match will be played on 24 September 2021 at 19:45

QPR

QPR

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

18 September 2021

15:00

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Bristol City

Bristol City

QPR will look to bounce back from a 2-1 loss to Bournemouth when they welcome Bristol City to their Kiyan Prince Foundation Stadium on Matchday 8. The Hoops continue with their habit of producing much better showings at home than on the travels, and it is no wonder they are seen as favourites to win Saturday’s clash. Even though both Lee Wallace and Sam Field remain in the ... Read More...

This match will be played on 18 September 2021 at 15:00

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Bojan Jovanovic • Football expert
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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
NorwichNorwichBirmingham CityBirmingham City09/09/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
DerbyDerbyWest BromwichWest Bromwich09/09/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 1-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Away Win
CharltonCharltonQPRQPR09/09/2026, 20:00
  • Correct Score: 2-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Draw
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

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 1.61
Away Teams 1.29
Total (Combined) 2.89
31.1 min/Goal (191 Goals in 66 matches)
38% Clean Sheets (25 times out of 66 matches)
70% Both Teams Scored (46 times out of 66 matches)
Outcome (Full-Time Result) % of Matches
Home Win 41%
Draw 30%
Away Win 29%
Goals % of Matches Over
Over 0.5 92%
Over 1.5 85%
Over 2.5 65%
Over 3.5 35%
Over 4.5 9%
Goals % of Matches Under
Under 0.5 8%
Under 1.5 15%
Under 2.5 35%
Under 3.5 65%
Under 4.5 91%
Championship Match Stats (2026/2027)
Shots Per Match 26.95
Shots / Match (Home) 14.53
Shots / Match (Away) 12.42
Fouls Per Match 21.42
Fouls / Match (Home) 10.36
Fouls / Match (Away) 11.06
Offsides Per Match 4.3
Players Participated 627

Championship Regular Season

Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts Last 5
1 Southampton 6 3 2 1 14 7 +7 11 WWDDW
2 West Ham United 6 3 2 1 14 9 +5 11 LDWWW
3 Swansea City 6 3 2 1 8 4 +4 11 DWWDL
4 Queens Park Rangers 5 3 1 1 7 4 +3 10 WDWWL
5 Middlesbrough 5 3 1 1 8 5 +3 10 WLWDW
6 West Bromwich Albion 5 3 1 1 8 6 +2 10 WWLDW
7 Bristol City 5 3 1 1 9 7 +2 10 LDWWW
8 Charlton Athletic 5 3 1 1 6 7 -1 10 WWWDL
9 Millwall 5 3 0 2 10 8 +2 9 WWLLW
10 Sheffield United 6 2 3 1 8 8 0 9 DDWLW
11 Wolverhampton Wanderers 5 2 2 1 13 10 +3 8 DWWLD
12 Watford 6 2 2 2 6 7 -1 8 DDLLW
13 Wrexham 6 1 4 1 7 5 +2 7 DLWDD
14 Birmingham City 5 1 4 0 7 6 +1 7 DDWDD
15 Stoke City 6 2 1 3 9 10 -1 7 LLWWD
16 Norwich City 5 2 0 3 8 8 0 6 LLWLW
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 5 1 1 3 5 10 -5 4 LDLWL
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 - West Bromwich Albion
09/09/2026, 18:45 Norwich City - Birmingham City
09/09/2026, 19:00 Charlton Athletic - 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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