Championship Predictions

Wrexham

Wrexham

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

18 April 2026

15:00

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Stoke City

Stoke City

Wrexham return home needing points to stay in the playoff race after a 2-0 defeat to Birmingham City. As Stoke head into the match with the lack of motivation, we predict a 2-1 home win. Wrexham's recent form has been inconsistent (1.30 points per game), but their matches are often lively, averaging 3.4 goals per game and featuring a high 70% BTTS rate. The Dragons score 1.4... Read More...

This match will be played on 18 April 2026 at 15:00

Watford

Watford

Prediction:
2-2

Match Time & Date:

18 April 2026

15:00

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Sheffield United

Sheffield United

Watford and Sheffield United lock horns in a mid-table clash between two inconsistent sides with similar recent output. As both sides will be with guards down in Saturday's game, we predict a 2-2 draw. Watford come in after a 2-0 loss to Oxford United, with a 1.20 points-per-game return over their last 10 matches. The Hornets average 1.1 goals scored and 1.3 conceded, while ... Read More...

This match will be played on 18 April 2026 at 15:00

Swansea

Swansea

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

18 April 2026

15:00

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Southampton

Southampton

Swansea will look to build on a hard-fought 1-0 win over Leicester City when they face Southampton on Saturday, but given the important of the match for the Saints, we predict a 2-1 away win. The Swans sit mid-table in 14th, but their overall form is modest at 1.50 points per game. The Swans score just 1.2 goals per match and concede 1.5, with xG (1.23) and xGA (1.49) showin... Read More...

This match will be played on 18 April 2026 at 15:00

Sheffield Wednesday

Sheffield Wednesday

Prediction:
0-1

Match Time & Date:

18 April 2026

15:00

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Charlton

Charlton

Sheffield Wednesday and Charlton go head to head in a low-stakes but still competitive clash, with the hosts already relegated but showing some resilience in a goalless draw against league leaders Coventry. Despite that result, their overall form remains poor, with no wins in the last 10 matches and just 0.30 points per game. They average only 0.60 goals scored while concedi... Read More...

This match will be played on 18 April 2026 at 15:00

Preston

Preston

Prediction:
0-1

Match Time & Date:

18 April 2026

15:00

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West Bromwich

West Bromwich

Preston face WBA in a clash where motivation could play a key role, as the hosts have little left to fight for while the visitors are still battling to avoid danger. As WBA want this win more than Preston, we predict a 1-0 away win. The Lilywhites come into the match after a 2-1 win over Charlton, but their overall form remains poor, with just a 20% win rate and 0.90 points ... Read More...

This match will be played on 18 April 2026 at 15:00

Hull City

Hull City

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

18 April 2026

15:00

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Birmingham City

Birmingham City

Hull City take on Birmingham City at MKM Stadium with the Tigers aiming to bounce back from a 2-1 defeat to Sheffield United and keep their playoff push on track. As Hull want this win more than Birmingham, we predict a 2-1 home triumph. Despite the absence of midfielder John Lundstram through suspension, Hull remain strong at home, winning 50% of their last matches there an... Read More...

This match will be played on 18 April 2026 at 15:00

Bristol City

Bristol City

Prediction:
0-1

Match Time & Date:

18 April 2026

15:00

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Norwich

Norwich

Bristol City will be looking to bounce back after a goalless draw with QPR, but their recent struggles in attack remain a concern. Therefore, our prediction leans toward a 1-0 win for playoffs-chasing Norwich City. The Robins have scored just 0.70 goals per game across their last 10 matches and failed to score in 50% of those outings. Their home form is particularly worrying... Read More...

This match will be played on 18 April 2026 at 15:00

Portsmouth

Portsmouth

Prediction:
2-2

Match Time & Date:

18 April 2026

12:30

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Leicester

Leicester

Fratton Park will host a high-stakes clash as Portsmouth take on Leicester City, with both sides desperate for points in their respective battles.As both sides are likely to adopt an attack-minded approach, we predict a 2-2 draw. Portsmouth head into the match after a morale-boosting 2-0 win over Ipswich, but their overall form remains shaky, collecting just 0.90 points per ... Read More...

This match will be played on 18 April 2026 at 12:30

Millwall

Millwall

Prediction:
2-2

Match Time & Date:

18 April 2026

12:30

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QPR

QPR

Millwall and QPR lock horns in a lively London derby, with both sides eager to finish the season on a positive note. As both sides are capable of finding the net, we predict a 2-2 draw. The Lions head into the clash with solid overall form, picking up 1.70 points per game across their last 10 matches and winning 50% of those outings. The hosts average 1.50 goals scored while... Read More...

This match will be played on 18 April 2026 at 12:30

Derby

Derby

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

18 April 2026

12:30

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Oxford United

Oxford United

Derby County play host to Oxford United with their playoff hopes still alive despite a recent 2-1 loss to Southampton. As Derby have turned their Pride Park into a real fortress, we predict a 2-1 home win. The Rams have been impressive at home, boasting a perfect 100% win rate across their last four home matches, averaging 2.00 goals scored and conceding just 0.50 per game. ... Read More...

This match will be played on 18 April 2026 at 12:30

Blackburn Rovers

Blackburn Rovers

Prediction:
0-1

Match Time & Date:

17 April 2026

20:00

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Coventry

Coventry

Blackburn Rovers welcome Coventry City looking to bounce back from a heavy 3-0 defeat to Southampton, but their recent form raises concerns. Therefore, our prediction leans toward a 1-0 away win. The Riversiders have managed just a 20% win rate across their last 10 matches, averaging only 0.70 goals scored per game while failing to score in 40% of those outings. At home, Bla... Read More...

This match will be played on 17 April 2026 at 20:00

Southampton

Southampton

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

14 April 2026

20:00

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Blackburn Rovers

Blackburn Rovers

Southampton will aim to continue their push for a playoff berth as they host Blackburn Rovers, buoyed by a come-from-behind 2-1 win over Derby County. As Southampton look unstoppable at the moment, we predict a 2-1 home win. The Saints are in exceptional form, with Roerslev Rasmussen their only absentee, and they boast a remarkable 90% win rate over their last 10 matches, av... Read More...

This match will be played on 14 April 2026 at 20:00

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Bojan Jovanovic • Football expert
21 April 2026 • 07:35 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
Birmingham CityBirmingham CityPrestonPreston22/04/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
CharltonCharltonIpswichIpswich22/04/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 0-1
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: No
  • Total SoT: Over 2.5
  • Match Result: Away Win
MIddlesbroughMIddlesbroughSheffield WednesdaySheffield Wednesday22/04/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 2-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Sheffield UnitedSheffield UnitedBlackburn RoversBlackburn Rovers22/04/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
LeicesterLeicesterMillwallMillwall24/04/2026, 20:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
CharltonCharltonHull CityHull City25/04/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 2-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Draw
MIddlesbroughMIddlesbroughWatfordWatford25/04/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
West BromwichWest BromwichIpswichIpswich25/04/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
Birmingham CityBirmingham CityBristol CityBristol City25/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
NorwichNorwichSwanseaSwansea25/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Oxford UnitedOxford UnitedSheffield WednesdaySheffield Wednesday25/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
QPRQPRDerbyDerby25/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
Sheffield UnitedSheffield UnitedPrestonPreston25/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Stoke CityStoke CityPortsmouthPortsmouth25/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
CoventryCoventryWrexhamWrexham26/04/2026, 12:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw

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 (2025/2026)

Team Type Average Goals Scored
Home Teams 1.38
Away Teams 1.19
Total (Combined) 2.57
35 min/Goal (1349 Goals in 524 matches)
50% Clean Sheets (264 times out of 524 matches)
56% Both Teams Scored (293 times out of 524 matches)
Outcome (Full-Time Result) % of Matches
Home Win 41%
Draw 27%
Away Win 32%
Goals % of Matches Over
Over 0.5 94%
Over 1.5 76%
Over 2.5 50%
Over 3.5 24%
Over 4.5 9%
Goals % of Matches Under
Under 0.5 6%
Under 1.5 24%
Under 2.5 50%
Under 3.5 76%
Under 4.5 91%
Championship Match Stats (2025/2026)
Shots Per Match 25.08
Shots / Match (Home) 14
Shots / Match (Away) 11.08
Fouls Per Match 21.45
Fouls / Match (Home) 10.28
Fouls / Match (Away) 11.17
Offsides Per Match 3.83
Players Participated 883

Championship Regular Season

Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts Last 5
1 Coventry City 44 26 11 7 90 44 +46 89 WDDDW
2 Millwall 44 23 10 11 61 48 +13 79 WLDWW
3 Ipswich Town 42 21 13 8 73 44 +29 76 DWWLD
4 Southampton 44 21 13 10 77 53 +24 76 WWWWD
5 Middlesbrough 43 20 13 10 64 44 +20 73 DLDLD
6 Wrexham 44 19 13 12 66 60 +6 70 DLLWW
7 Hull City 44 20 10 14 67 63 +4 70 DDLDD
8 Derby County 44 19 9 16 63 55 +8 66 LWLWL
9 Norwich City 44 19 7 18 61 53 +8 64 DWLWW
10 Swansea City 44 17 9 18 53 57 -4 60 DDWLW
11 Bristol City 44 16 11 17 56 57 -1 59 WWDLD
12 Queens Park Rangers 44 16 10 18 59 67 -8 58 WDDLL
13 Sheffield United 43 17 6 20 61 59 +2 57 LDLWW
14 Birmingham City 43 15 12 16 52 53 -1 57 LLLWD
15 Watford 44 14 15 15 52 56 -4 57 LDLLL
16 Preston North End 43 14 15 14 50 55 -5 57 WDDWL
17 Stoke City 44 15 10 19 50 51 -1 55 WLDLL
18 West Bromwich Albion 44 13 13 18 47 56 -9 52 DDDWW
19 Portsmouth 44 13 12 19 45 62 -17 51 DWWWL
20 Charlton Athletic 43 12 14 17 40 52 -12 50 LLDLD
21 Blackburn Rovers 44 12 13 19 39 54 -15 49 WDDLD
22 Leicester City 44 11 15 18 56 67 -11 48 DDLLD
23 Oxford United 44 10 14 20 41 56 -15 44 DDWLL
24 Sheffield Wednesday 43 1 12 30 26 83 -57 15 LLDDD

Championship Results

Date Match
17/04/2026, 19:00 Blackburn Rovers 1 - 1 Coventry City
18/04/2026, 11:30 Derby County 1 - 0 Oxford United
18/04/2026, 11:30 Millwall 2 - 0 Queens Park Rangers
18/04/2026, 11:30 Portsmouth 1 - 0 Leicester City
18/04/2026, 14:00 Bristol City 2 - 4 Norwich City
18/04/2026, 14:00 Sheffield Wednesday 1 - 1 Charlton Athletic
18/04/2026, 14:00 Swansea City 1 - 2 Southampton
18/04/2026, 14:00 Wrexham 2 - 0 Stoke City
18/04/2026, 14:00 Hull City 1 - 1 Birmingham City
18/04/2026, 14:00 Preston North End 0 - 2 West Bromwich Albion
18/04/2026, 14:00 Watford 0 - 2 Sheffield United
19/04/2026, 11:00 Ipswich Town 2 - 2 Middlesbrough

Championship Fixtures

Date Match
21/04/2026, 18:45 Coventry City 5 - 1 Portsmouth
21/04/2026, 18:45 Norwich City 2 - 1 Derby County
21/04/2026, 18:45 Southampton 2 - 2 Bristol City
21/04/2026, 18:45 Leicester City 2 - 2 Hull City
21/04/2026, 18:45 Oxford United 0 - 1 Wrexham
21/04/2026, 18:45 Queens Park Rangers 1 - 2 Swansea City
21/04/2026, 18:45 Stoke City 1 - 3 Millwall
21/04/2026, 18:45 West Bromwich Albion 3 - 0 Watford
22/04/2026, 18:45 Middlesbrough - Sheffield Wednesday
22/04/2026, 18:45 Birmingham City - Preston North End
22/04/2026, 18:45 Charlton Athletic - Ipswich Town
22/04/2026, 18:45 Sheffield United - Blackburn Rovers

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