Championship Predictions

Stoke City

Stoke City

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

15 September 2021

19:45

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Barnsley

Barnsley

Buoyed by a 2-1 win over Huddersfield Town, Stoke City will be aiming to give fans yet another reason for celebration when they take on Barnsley in the Championship round 7. The Potters aim to regain their spot in top two, and they are likely to go all guns blazing at the Tykes. Both Nick Powell and Tyrese Campbell are out of contention with injuries, but there are no suspen ... Read More...

This match will be played on 15 September 2021 at 19:45

Nottingham Forest

Nottingham Forest

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

15 September 2021

19:45

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Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough

Rock-bottom Nottingham Forest will look to record their first win of the season when they take on Middlesbrough on Wednesday evening. Head coach Chris Hughton is under big pressure ahead of the midweek clash, meaning that his men are likely to leave their hearts on the field this time out. Defender Jordi Osei-Tutu is the only absentee in the home team ahead of the visit of B ... Read More...

This match will be played on 15 September 2021 at 19:45

Coventry

Coventry

Prediction:
0-1

Match Time & Date:

15 September 2021

19:45

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Cardiff

Cardiff

Coventry City and Cardiff City go head to head at Coventry Building Society Arena on day 7 of the new Championship campaign. The Sky Blues quickly bounced back from a 2-0 loss to Queens Park Rangers, with the team beating Middlesbrough at home ground, but the midweek game will be anything but a walk in the park for the hosts. Both Liam Kelly and Josh Eccles are sidelined wit ... Read More...

This match will be played on 15 September 2021 at 19:45

Bristol City

Bristol City

Prediction:
2-2

Match Time & Date:

15 September 2021

19:45

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Luton

Luton

Ashton Gate Stadium will host Wednesday’s Championship game between Bristol City and Luton Town. The Robins head into the match following a goalless draw with Preston, with the team eyeing their third win of the season. Callum O’Dowda will be assessed ahead of the kick-off, while fellow midfielder Joe Williams is definitely out of contention through injury. The Hatters, ... Read More...

This match will be played on 15 September 2021 at 19:45

Birmingham City

Birmingham City

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

15 September 2021

19:45

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Fulham

Fulham

Buoyed by a 2-0 win over Derby County, Birmingham City will look to keep on climbing the standings when they take on Fulham at their St. Andrew’s Stadium. The Blues are eyeing their second home win of the season, but, no doubt, they would be happy with one point from the midweek game as well. Neil Etheridge remains quarantined after he was tested positive for coronavirus. ... Read More...

This match will be played on 15 September 2021 at 19:45

West Bromwich

West Bromwich

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

14 September 2021

20:00

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Derby

Derby

WBA will be aiming to retain top position in the standings when they face Derby County at the Hawthorns on Matchday 7. The Baggies made a promising start to the season, but several teams are breathing down their neck ahead of the visit of Derby. Dara O’Shea and Matt Clarke remain in the treatment room, but they should be the only absentees in the home team.

The Ram ... Read More...

This match will be played on 14 September 2021 at 20:00

Reading

Reading

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

14 September 2021

20:00

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Peterborough

Peterborough

After playing out a thrilling 3-3 draw with QPR at the weekend, Reading will be aiming to return to winning ways when they take on Peterborough in the Championship round 7. The Royals have been playing some high-scoring games of late, and we are positive that they will adopt yet another attack-minded approach against the Posh. Reading’s injury list is pretty long as all An ... Read More...

This match will be played on 14 September 2021 at 20:00

Sheffield United

Sheffield United

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

14 September 2021

19:45

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Preston

Preston

Bramall Lane will host Tuesday’s Championship clash between Sheffield United and Preston. The Blades desperately needed a win against Peterborough United, and they managed to get one in style, with the team crushing the Posh 6-2. Talented midfielder Lliman Ndiaye should keep his place in the starting XI after scoring a brace at the weekend, while all David McGoldrick, Lys ... Read More...

This match will be played on 14 September 2021 at 19:45

Bournemouth

Bournemouth

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

14 September 2021

19:45

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QPR

QPR

All eyes will be on Vitality Stadium when Bournemouth and Queens Park Rangers take on each other in the Championship round 7. The Cherries aim to build on a 3-0 win over Barnsley, and they are likely to adopt yet another attack-minded approach. Even though Junior Stanislas remains in the recovery room, we predict that the promotion-chasing hosts are going to find the net in ... Read More...

This match will be played on 14 September 2021 at 19:45

Blackpool

Blackpool

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

14 September 2021

19:45

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Huddersfield

Huddersfield

Blackpool and Huddersfield Town face each other in a highly-anticipated Championship game at Bloomfield Road on Tuesday evening. The Seasiders desperately needed a win against Fulham at the weekend, and they managed to get one thanks to Josh Bowler’s goal. The triumph gave Blackpool footballers a confidence boost, but they can’t afford any complacency in the midweek clas ... Read More...

This match will be played on 14 September 2021 at 19:45

Blackburn Rovers

Blackburn Rovers

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

14 September 2021

19:45

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Hull City

Hull City

Blackburn Rovers and Hull City go head to head at Ewood Park in the Championship round 7. The Riversiders aim to put an end to their three-game winless run, and it seems as if they will not have a better chance than this to do so. Both Bradley Dack and Scott Wharton remain on the sidelines through injuries, but Brereton Diaz will be available. All Tayo Edun, Joe Rankin-Coste ... Read More...

This match will be played on 14 September 2021 at 19:45

Nottingham Forest

Nottingham Forest

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

12 September 2021

14:30

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Cardiff

Cardiff

After sharing the spoils with Derby County in the East Midlands Derby, Nottingham Forest will look to record their first win of the season when they take on Cardiff City at the City Ground. The Reds are stuck at the bottom of the standings with only one point in their pocket, and, no doubt, they will leave their hearts on the field in Saturday’s football match. Defender Jo ... Read More...

This match will be played on 12 September 2021 at 14:30

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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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