Championship Predictions

West Bromwich

West Bromwich

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

14 August 2021

15:00

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Luton

Luton

WBA and Luton Town square off against each other at the Hawthorns in what is expected to be an entertaining Championship game. The Baggies showed character in the season opener, with the team coming from behind to share the spoils with fellow promotion-chasing Bournemouth. Since head coach Valerien Ismael should have a full squad to choose from for the first home game of the ... Read More...

This match will be played on 14 August 2021 at 15:00

Reading

Reading

Prediction:
3-1

Match Time & Date:

14 August 2021

15:00

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Preston

Preston

Reading will look to make amends for a 3-2 loss to Stoke City when they take on Preston at their Madejski Stadium on Saturday. The Royals failed to grab something from their opener, but there were some positivities in their display in the Bet365 Stadium clash. Reading are a real force to be reckoned with at home, and we are positive that they will adopt an attack-minded appr ... Read More...

This match will be played on 14 August 2021 at 15:00

Nottingham Forest

Nottingham Forest

Prediction:
0-2

Match Time & Date:

14 August 2021

15:00

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Bouremouth

Bouremouth

All eyes will be on the City Ground when Nottingham Forest and Bournemouth face each other in the Championship derby. The Reds aim to bounce back from a 2-1 loss to Coventry City, but beating the promotion-chasing Cherries is easier said than done. Loic Mbe Soh suffered an injury in the season opener, and seeing that all Yuri Ribeiro, Nicholas Ioannou, and Tyler Blackett lef ... Read More...

This match will be played on 14 August 2021 at 15:00

Millwall

Millwall

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

14 August 2021

15:00

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Blackburn Rovers

Blackburn Rovers

After sharing the spoils with QPR, Millwall will be looking to give fans some cheer when they take on Blackburn Rovers at the Den. Jed Wallace, who opened his goal-scoring account at the weekend, obviously wants to continue where he left last season, and he is likely to make life difficult for Blackburn defenders. Anyhow, the Lions will give 100% to record their first win of ... Read More...

This match will be played on 14 August 2021 at 15:00

Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

14 August 2021

15:00

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Bristol City

Bristol City

Saturday’s football game at Riverside Stadium pits together Middlesbrough and Bristol City, who shared the spoils with Fulham and Blackpool respectively in their season openers. The Boro were more than fortunate not to suffer a loss at Craven Cottage, with the team scoring the equalizer from their only shot on target. Considering that all Ameobi, Browne, and Fisher remain ... Read More...

This match will be played on 14 August 2021 at 15:00

Hull City

Hull City

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

14 August 2021

15:00

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QPR

QPR

Buoyed by a thrilling 4-1 win over Preston, Hull City will be looking to give fans yet another reason for celebration when they take on Queens Park Rangers at KCOM Stadium. The Tigers could not have wished for a better start to the season, but they can’t afford any complacency in Saturday’s football match.

Midfielder Richard Smallwood, who impressed in the season ... Read More...

This match will be played on 14 August 2021 at 15:00

Huddersfield

Huddersfield

Prediction:
0-2

Match Time & Date:

14 August 2021

15:00

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Fulham

Fulham

After dropping two points in a 1-1 draw with Middlesbrough, Fulham will be looking to return to winning ways when they take on Huddersfield Town on Saturday. The Cottagers failed to turn their dominance into victory in the season opener, with the Boro scoring the equalizer from their only shot on target. The capital club, though, looked sharp on the field in the Craven Cotta ... Read More...

This match will be played on 14 August 2021 at 15:00

Blackpool

Blackpool

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

14 August 2021

15:00

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Cardiff

Cardiff

After holding Bristol City to a draw in their opener, Blackpool will be aiming to impress in their first home game of the season when they face Cardiff City at their Bloomfield Road. The Seasiders showed character in the season opener, with the team scoring the equalizer in the second minute of the stoppage time. Blackpool are tough to beat at home, but the game against the ... Read More...

This match will be played on 14 August 2021 at 15:00

Birmingham City

Birmingham City

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

14 August 2021

15:00

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Stoke City

Stoke City

Birmingham City and Stoke City face each other in a highly-anticipated Championship game at St. Andrew’s Stadium. The Blues kicked off the new season with a hard-fought win at Sheffield United, meaning that they are high on spirits ahead of Saturday’s clash. Goalkeeper Neil Etheridge remains on the sidelines through illness, while talented defender Dion Sanderson is out ... Read More...

This match will be played on 14 August 2021 at 15:00

Barnsley

Barnsley

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

14 August 2021

15:00

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Coventry

Coventry

Saturday’s football game at Oakwell pits together Barnsley and Coventry City. The Tykes came from behind to share the spoils with Cardiff City in their opener, with the team totally deserving to grab one point from the Cardiff City Stadium clash. Barnsley are now on a quest to record their first win of the season, and we are positive that they will go all guns blazing at t ... Read More...

This match will be played on 14 August 2021 at 15:00

Peterborough

Peterborough

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

14 August 2021

12:30

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Derby

Derby

Peterborough United will be looking to make amends for a heavy 3-0 loss to Luton Town when they take on Derby Count on Matchday 2. The Posh experienced all sorts of problems at the back in the season opener, but they are surely capable of matching the Rams at home ground. Both Dembele and Taylor remain in the recovery room, while Hamilton and Edwards are pushing for a start. ... Read More...

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

Coventry

Coventry

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

8 August 2021

16:30

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Nottingham Forest

Nottingham Forest

Sunday’s football game between Coventry City and Nottingham Forest will bring down the curtain on the Championship Matchday 1. The Sky Blues did well to secure the Championship survival last term, and they are on the same quest in the new campaign. It has to be noted that the club chiefs signed permanent deals with the likes of Simon Moore, Martyn Waghorn, and Bright Enoba ... Read More...

This match will be played on 8 August 2021 at 16:30

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Bojan Jovanovic • Football expert
7 September 2026 • 20:48 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
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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