Championship Predictions

Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

4 January 2026

15:00

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Southampton

Southampton

Middlesbrough and Southampton face each other at the Riverside in what looks like a finely balanced contest between two sides, with 1-1 our predicted outcome. The Boro suffered a 1–0 defeat to Derby in their last league match, yet there are no fresh injury concerns, which is a positive given Hellberg’s recent rotation issues. Their overall form is mixed, but consistent i ... Read More...

This match will be played on 4 January 2026 at 15:00

Hull City

Hull City

Prediction:
2-2

Match Time & Date:

4 January 2026

15:00

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Watford

Watford

Hull City and Watford go head to head at the MKM Stadium in what is expected to be an interesting Championship clash. Given their attacking potentials, a high-scoring 2-2 draw is on the cards. The Tigers suffered a 1–0 defeat to Stoke in their first game of 2026, where the absence of defender Ryan Giles was clearly felt, and he is expected to miss out again. Overall, Hull ... Read More...

This match will be played on 4 January 2026 at 15:00

Derby

Derby

Prediction:
2-2

Match Time & Date:

4 January 2026

15:00

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Wrexham

Wrexham

Derby and Wrexham face each other in what looks like a finely balanced clash between two sides in decent form, each coming off confidence-boosting wins. Therefore, we predict a 2-2 draw. The Rams are high on confidence following a 1–0 victory over Middlesbrough, a result achieved despite several absentees. Beck, Johnston, Morris and Ozoh remain sidelined, but their absenc ... Read More...

This match will be played on 4 January 2026 at 15:00

Bristol City

Bristol City

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

4 January 2026

15:00

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Preston

Preston

Bristol City come into this clash in fine mood after a stunning 5–0 demolition of Portsmouth, a result achieved despite a lengthy injury list. Given Preston's defensive struggles on the road, we predict a 2-0 home win. Bird, McNally, Sykes, Vitek and Williams all remain sidelined for the Robins, but their absence clearly did little to disrupt Nigel Pearson’s side, partic ... Read More...

This match will be played on 4 January 2026 at 15:00

Blackburn Rovers

Blackburn Rovers

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

4 January 2026

15:00

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Charlton

Charlton

Blackburn head into this fixture under pressure and with growing selection issues. Therefore, we predict that the Riversiders will play out a 1-1 draw with Blackburn on Sunday afternoon. Blackburn's injury list was already stretched and has been further compounded by fresh knocks to Hedges and Litherland, both of whom limped off in the 2–0 defeat to Wrexham. The Rovers’ ... Read More...

This match will be played on 4 January 2026 at 15:00

Sheffield United

Sheffield United

Prediction:
3-0

Match Time & Date:

4 January 2026

12:00

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Oxford United

Oxford United

Sheffield United are brimming with confidence and with no fresh selection concerns following an impressive 3–1 win over Leicester City. Therefore, we predict that they will defeat Oxford United 3-0 on Sunday afternoon. While Davies, Mee and Peck remain sidelined, the Blades have more than enough depth to cope, especially at Bramall Lane where they have been dominant. Unite ... Read More...

This match will be played on 4 January 2026 at 12:00

QPR

QPR

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

4 January 2026

12:00

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Sheffield Wednesday

Sheffield Wednesday

QPR return to Loftus Road with no fresh injury concerns following a narrow 2–1 defeat away at Norwich, and their home numbers continue to stand out as one of the strongest indicators in this matchup. As Sheffield Wednesday are stuck at the bottom and with financial issues, we predict a 2-0 home win. The Hoops have taken 2.40 points per game at home of late, winning 80% of ... Read More...

This match will be played on 4 January 2026 at 12:00

Birmingham City

Birmingham City

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

4 January 2026

12:00

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Coventry

Coventry

Coventry aim to return to winning ways following a 1-1 draw with Charlton, but with Birmingham City being tough to beat at home, we predict a 1-1 draw. Birmingham City return to St Andrew’s in a fragile state defensively, with key centre-back Christoph Klarer suspended after being sent off and badly missed in the 3–0 defeat to Watford. His absence is compounded by Bright ... Read More...

This match will be played on 4 January 2026 at 12:00

Sheffield United

Sheffield United

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

1 January 2026

17:30

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Leicester

Leicester

Sheffield United host Leicester City in a clash that could see both sides test their attacking prowess. Therefore, our prediction leans toward a 2-2 draw. The Blades are in solid form, unbeaten in three of their last five (dlwlw) and averaging 2.00 points per game overall. At home, Sheffield United excel, scoring 2.20 goals per game and keeping a clean sheet in 80% of home f ... Read More...

This match will be played on 1 January 2026 at 17:30

Watford

Watford

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

1 January 2026

15:00

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Birmingham City

Birmingham City

Watford host Birmingham City in a Championship clash where the Hornets aim to continue their strong run. As the Hornets look unstoppable in late December, our prediction leans toward a 2-1 home win. Watford are unbeaten in four of their last five (ddwww) and average 1.90 points per game, with their attack scoring 1.60 goals per match while conceding just 1.20. At Vicarage Ro ... Read More...

This match will be played on 1 January 2026 at 15:00

Swansea

Swansea

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

1 January 2026

15:00

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West Bromwich

West Bromwich

Swansea City host West Bromwich Albion after a narrow 1-0 win at Oxford United, maintaining their unbeaten run over the last three games. With WBA struggling defensively on the road, we predict a 2-1 home win. The South Wales outfit have no fresh injury worries, and their home form has been solid this season, averaging 1.80 points per game at the Liberty Stadium. Their match ... Read More...

This match will be played on 1 January 2026 at 15:00

Southampton

Southampton

Prediction:
3-1

Match Time & Date:

1 January 2026

15:00

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Millwall

Millwall

Southampton return to St Mary’s after a hard-fought 1-1 draw with Birmingham City and given Millwall's difficulties on the road, our prediction points toward a 3-1 home win. The Saints average 2.60 points per game at home, with an 80% win rate, scoring 2.60 goals per match at St Mary’s and failing to score in 0% of their home outings. Their expected goals of 1.80 at home ... Read More...

This match will be played on 1 January 2026 at 15:00

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Bojan Jovanovic • Football expert
7 September 2026 • 14:07 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
Blackburn RoversBlackburn RoversSheffield UnitedSheffield United08/09/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 1-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Away Win
CardiffCardiffStoke CityStoke City08/09/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 2-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Draw
SouthamptonSouthamptonSwanseaSwansea08/09/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
WatfordWatfordPrestonPreston08/09/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 2-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Draw
WrexhamWrexhamBurnleyBurnley08/09/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
BoltonBoltonWest HamWest Ham08/09/2026, 20:00
  • Correct Score: 1-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Away Win
NorwichNorwichBirmingham CityBirmingham City09/09/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
DerbyDerbyWest BromwichWest Bromwich09/09/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
CharltonCharltonQPRQPR09/09/2026, 20:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • 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 1.6
Away Teams 1.27
Total (Combined) 2.87
31.4 min/Goal (172 Goals in 60 matches)
42% Clean Sheets (25 times out of 60 matches)
67% Both Teams Scored (40 times out of 60 matches)
Outcome (Full-Time Result) % of Matches
Home Win 42%
Draw 30%
Away Win 28%
Goals % of Matches Over
Over 0.5 92%
Over 1.5 83%
Over 2.5 65%
Over 3.5 35%
Over 4.5 8%
Goals % of Matches Under
Under 0.5 8%
Under 1.5 17%
Under 2.5 35%
Under 3.5 65%
Under 4.5 92%
Championship Match Stats (2026/2027)
Shots Per Match 26.62
Shots / Match (Home) 14.25
Shots / Match (Away) 12.37
Fouls Per Match 22
Fouls / Match (Home) 10.85
Fouls / Match (Away) 11.15
Offsides Per Match 4.33
Players Participated 622

Championship Regular Season

Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts Last 5
1 Swansea City 5 3 2 0 7 1 +6 11 WDWWD
2 Queens Park Rangers 5 3 1 1 7 4 +3 10 WDWWL
3 Middlesbrough 5 3 1 1 8 5 +3 10 WLWDW
4 West Bromwich Albion 5 3 1 1 8 6 +2 10 WWLDW
5 Bristol City 5 3 1 1 9 7 +2 10 LDWWW
6 Charlton Athletic 5 3 1 1 6 7 -1 10 WWWDL
7 Millwall 5 3 0 2 10 8 +2 9 WWLLW
8 Southampton 5 2 2 1 11 6 +5 8 LWWDD
9 West Ham United 5 2 2 1 11 7 +4 8 DLDWW
10 Wolverhampton Wanderers 5 2 2 1 13 10 +3 8 DWWLD
11 Birmingham City 5 1 4 0 7 6 +1 7 DDWDD
12 Wrexham 5 1 3 1 6 4 +2 6 DDLWD
13 Norwich City 5 2 0 3 8 8 0 6 LLWLW
14 Sheffield United 5 1 3 1 6 7 -1 6 DDDWL
15 Portsmouth 5 2 0 3 7 8 -1 6 LWLLW
16 Stoke City 5 2 0 3 8 9 -1 6 LLLWW
17 Blackburn Rovers 5 1 2 2 6 7 -1 5 DWLDL
18 Lincoln City 5 1 2 2 4 6 -2 5 LLWDD
19 Watford 5 1 2 2 4 6 -2 5 WDDLL
20 Bolton Wanderers 5 1 1 3 4 9 -5 4 WDLLL
21 Derby County 5 1 1 3 5 10 -5 4 LDLWL
22 Cardiff City 5 0 3 2 6 9 -3 3 DDDLL
23 Preston North End 5 1 0 4 5 10 -5 3 LLLLW
24 Burnley 5 0 2 3 6 12 -6 2 DLLDL

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 - Swansea City
08/09/2026, 18:45 Watford - Preston North End
08/09/2026, 18:45 Wrexham - Burnley
08/09/2026, 18:45 Cardiff City - Stoke City
08/09/2026, 18:45 Blackburn Rovers - Sheffield United
08/09/2026, 19:00 Bolton Wanderers - 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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