Championship Predictions

Luton

Luton

Prediction:
2-2

Match Time & Date:

1 May 2021

15:00

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Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough

Luton Town will be looking to build on a 3-2 win over Bristol City when they take on Middlesbrough at their Kenilworth Road on Matchday 45. The Hatters have been in a splendid form in the season finale, but that is unlikely to help them book their place in the playoffs. Luton’s new goal is to secure a top-ten finish, and we are positive that they will go for a victory in S ... Read More...

This match will be played on 1 May 2021 at 15:00

Huddersfield

Huddersfield

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

1 May 2021

15:00

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Coventry

Coventry

Saturday’s football game at Kirkless Stadium pits together Huddersfield Town and Coventry City, the two bottom-table sides. Despite sitting just above the relegation zone, both teams have already secured the Championship survival, meaning that they should be with guards down in the penultimate game of the season. The Terriers aim to bounce back from a heavy 5-2 loss to Bla ... Read More...

This match will be played on 1 May 2021 at 15:00

Brentford

Brentford

Prediction:
2-2

Match Time & Date:

1 May 2021

15:00

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Watford

Watford

Watford will be looking to melt Norwich City’s advantage in the Championship standings when they take on Brentford on Matchday 45. The Hornets have already secured automatic promotion, but they do not want to give up on their title dream. Even though Deeney, Dele-Bashiru, and Ngakia are all likely to miss the game with injuries, we predict that Watford are going to find th ... Read More...

This match will be played on 1 May 2021 at 15:00

Birmingham City

Birmingham City

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

1 May 2021

15:00

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Cardiff

Cardiff

Birmingham City will be aiming to build on a 2-1 win over Derby County when they take on Cardiff City in the Championship round 45. The Blues have been in a fine form of late, with the team recording three wins in the previous four league fixtures. Birmingham City have already secured the Championship survival, but they surely want to finish the season in style. A man to kee ... Read More...

This match will be played on 1 May 2021 at 15:00

Sheffield Wednesday

Sheffield Wednesday

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

1 May 2021

12:30

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Nottingham Forest

Nottingham Forest

Legendary Hillsborough stadium will host Saturday’s football match between Sheffield Wednesday and Nottingham Forest. The Owls aim to make amends for a 3-1 loss to Middlesbrough, with the team facing yet another must-win situation. Since Sheffield Wednesday are four points behind the safe zone, we are positive that they will leave their hearts on the field. Defender Tom Le ... Read More...

This match will be played on 1 May 2021 at 12:30

Brentford

Brentford

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

27 April 2021

19:00

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Rotherham

Rotherham

Rotherham United will be aiming to pick up vital three points in the relegation battle when they take on Brentford in London in a postponed Championship fixture. The Millers are four points behind the safe zone, meaning that this has to go down as a must-win game for the visiting team. Since Rotherham boss Paul Warne should have a full squad to choose from, we believe that t ... Read More...

This match will be played on 27 April 2021 at 19:00

Bristol City

Bristol City

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

25 April 2021

13:00

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Luton

Luton

Bristol City and Luton Town, the two mid-table sides, take on each other at Ashton Gate Stadium in what is expected to be a close Championship encounter. The Robins do not seem to be at their sharpest in the season finale, with the team failing to win the previous seven league fixtures, and, no doubt, they are eager to give fans something to cheer about. All Janneh, Semenyo, ... Read More...

This match will be played on 25 April 2021 at 13:00

Reading

Reading

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

25 April 2021

12:00

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Swansea

Swansea

Sunday’s football game at Madejski Stadium pits together Reading and Swansea City, the two playoffs chasing sides. Despite suffering a 1-0 loss to Millwall, Swansea will almost certainly take part in the playoffs, while Reading are six points behind top six ahead of Matchday 44. The Royals face a must-win situation in Sunday’s clash, and we are positive that they will go ... Read More...

This match will be played on 25 April 2021 at 12:00

Watford

Watford

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

24 April 2021

15:00

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Millwall

Millwall

Watford will be looking to build on a hard-fought 1-0 win over Norwich City when they take on Millwall in the Championship round 44. The Hornets proved their worth in the midweek derby, and, as a result, they are one point away from securing automatic promotion to the Premier League. The good news for the hosts is that defender Kiko returns from suspension. It has to be note ... Read More...

This match will be played on 24 April 2021 at 15:00

QPR

QPR

Prediction:
2-2

Match Time & Date:

24 April 2021

15:00

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Norwich

Norwich

QPR and Norwich City face each other at Kiyan Prince Foundation Stadium in what is expected to be one of the most exciting games of Saturday’s program. Despite recording back-to-back wins over Middlesbrough and Swansea, the Hoops missed out on a place in the Championship playoffs, but they surely want to finish the season in great manner. The good news for the hosts is tha ... Read More...

This match will be played on 24 April 2021 at 15:00

Nottingham Forest

Nottingham Forest

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

24 April 2021

15:00

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Stoke City

Stoke City

After saving one point in a midweek clash with Birmingham City, Nottingham Forest will be looking to return to winning ways in the Championship when they take on Stoke City on Saturday afternoon. The Reds aim to put an end to their three-game winless run, but this match will be anything but a walk in the park for the home team. The Potters have been struggling to find their ... Read More...

This match will be played on 24 April 2021 at 15:00

Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

24 April 2021

15:00

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Sheffield Wednesday

Sheffield Wednesday

Riverside Stadium will host Saturday’s football game between Middlesbrough and Sheffield Wednesday. The Boro aim to build on a 2-1 win over Rotherham United, but seeing that they are 14 points behind the playoffs berth, home win should not be considered. The Owls, on the other hand, are desperate to secure the Championship survival, and we are positive that they will leave ... Read More...

This match will be played on 24 April 2021 at 15:00

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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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