Championship Predictions

West Bromwich

West Bromwich

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

3 April 2026

15:00

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Wrexham

Wrexham

Friday’s football game at the Hawthorns pits together West Bromwich Albion and Wrexham. As WBA are missing the likes of Bany, Bielik, Grant, Johnston, Mepham, and O’Leary through injury, but they were not missed in a 1-0 win over Bristol City. The Baggies have struggled for consistency lately (DDLLDLDDWW), averaging 1.10 points per game. At home, they earn 1.20 points pe... Read More...

This match will be played on 3 April 2026 at 15:00

Stoke City

Stoke City

Prediction:
3-1

Match Time & Date:

3 April 2026

15:00

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Sheffield Wednesday

Sheffield Wednesday

Stoke City will look to recover from a 3-1 loss to Preston when they host Sheffield Wednesday to their Bet365 Stadium. As the Owls have little to play for in the season finale, we predict a 3-1 home win. The Potters are looking to keep their playoff hopes alive despite a long injury list, and they are favourites to beat a Sheffield Wednesday side already relegated and low on... Read More...

This match will be played on 3 April 2026 at 15:00

Sheffield United

Sheffield United

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

3 April 2026

15:00

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Swansea

Swansea

There will be fireworks at Bramall Lane for Friday’s clash between Sheffield United and Swansea City. As the Blades have turned their stadium into a real fortress, we predict a2-0 home win. Sheffield United will be without Cooper, McCallum, and Shackleton due to injuries, but Chris Wilder has his key players available. The Blades’ recent form (WLWWLWDLDL) shows 1.40 poin... Read More...

This match will be played on 3 April 2026 at 15:00

QPR

QPR

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

3 April 2026

15:00

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Watford

Watford

QPR and Watford face each other in London in what promises to be an interesting Championship game, with 2-1 our predicted outcome. The Hoops are brimming with confidence after a 6-1 demolition of Portsmouth, with no fresh injury concerns. Their recent form (WDLWLLLLWW) shows 1.30 points per game overall, scoring 1.50 goals on average while conceding 1.90. At home, they’ve ... Read More...

This match will be played on 3 April 2026 at 15:00

Oxford United

Oxford United

Prediction:
0-1

Match Time & Date:

3 April 2026

15:00

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Hull City

Hull City

Oxford United and Hull City face each other at Kassam Stadium in what promises to be a tight Championship encounter, with 0-1 our predicted outcome. The Yellows are dealing with injuries to Goodrham, Leigh, and De Keersmaecker and come off a 2-0 defeat to Southampton. Their recent form (DLLDLWWWDL) shows a mixed record, with 0.80 goals scored per game and 1.10 conceded, achi... Read More...

This match will be played on 3 April 2026 at 15:00

Norwich

Norwich

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

3 April 2026

15:00

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Portsmouth

Portsmouth

Carrow Road will host Friday’s clash between Norwich City and Portsmouth. As Portsmouth are low on confidence following a heavy 6-1 loss to QPR, we predict a 1-0 home win. The Canaries come off a 1-0 win over Charlton, with All Bishop, Swanson, and Chaplin pushing for a start despite a long injury list. Their recent form (WWLWWLWWLW) is excellent, earning 2.10 points per g... Read More...

This match will be played on 3 April 2026 at 15:00

Leicester

Leicester

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

3 April 2026

15:00

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Preston

Preston

King Power Stadium will be the centre of attention when Leicester City and Preston go head to head in the Championship round 40. As Preston continue to struggle on the travels, we predict a 1-0 home win. The Foxes are dealing with multiple injuries, including Begovic, Kristiansen, Ramsey, Souttar, and Vestergaard, and come off a goalless draw with Watford. Their recent form ... Read More...

This match will be played on 3 April 2026 at 15:00

Charlton

Charlton

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

3 April 2026

15:00

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Bristol City

Bristol City

The Valley will host Friday's clash between Charlton Athletic and Bristol City. As both sides have been involved in some low-scoring games of late, we predict a 1-1 draw. The Addicks head into this game looking to bounce back from a 1–0 defeat to Norwich, with no fresh injury concerns. Their recent form (DWLDDLWWDL) has been steady rather than spectacular, built on defensi... Read More...

This match will be played on 3 April 2026 at 15:00

Birmingham City

Birmingham City

Prediction:
2-2

Match Time & Date:

3 April 2026

15:00

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Blackburn Rovers

Blackburn Rovers

Birmingham City return to league action looking to respond after a narrow 1–0 loss to Derby, but they remain hampered by injuries to Buchanan, Cochrane, and Wagner. Anyhow, we predict a 2-2 draw as both Birmingham City and Blackburn are capable of scoring. Despite a mixed run (WDDWLLLWDL), the Blues have been more competitive at home (1.50 PPG), creating strong chances (2.... Read More...

This match will be played on 3 April 2026 at 15:00

MIddlesbrough

MIddlesbrough

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

3 April 2026

12:30

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Millwall

Millwall

Middlesbrough take on Millwall in a highly-anticipated Championship clash with both sides pushing for promotion. As both teams are likely to adopt a cautious approach in Friday's game, we predict a 1-1 draw. Boro’s recent form has been steady, but their home performances are less convincing, winning just 20% of those matches and scoring only 0.60 goals per game. Still, the... Read More...

This match will be played on 3 April 2026 at 12:30

Swansea

Swansea

Prediction:
0-1

Match Time & Date:

21 March 2026

17:15

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Coventry

Coventry

Swansea City take on Championship leaders Coventry City after a tough 2-0 loss to Wrexham in the Welsh derby. Anyhow, we predict a 1-0 away win as Coventry City are enjoying a season to remember under Frank Lampard. Despite the derby defeat, the Swans showed promise in the first half and retain a strong home record, winning 75% of their last four home matches, scoring 2 goal... Read More...

This match will be played on 21 March 2026 at 17:15

Watford

Watford

Prediction:
3-0

Match Time & Date:

21 March 2026

15:00

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Leicester

Leicester

Watford and Leicester City go head to head in a showdown between a mid-table side and struggling visitors. Therefore, our prediction points toward 3-0 home win. The Hornets have shown mixed form in recent weeks, winning just 30% of their last 10 matches, but they remain hard to break down at home, keeping clean sheets in 25% of home games. Watford score 1.25 goals per home g... Read More...

This match will be played on 21 March 2026 at 15:00

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Bojan Jovanovic • Football expert
2 April 2026 • 18:45 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
PortsmouthPortsmouthOxford UnitedOxford United06/04/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
MillwallMillwallNorwichNorwich06/04/2026, 13:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Blackburn RoversBlackburn RoversWest BromwichWest Bromwich06/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
Bristol CityBristol CitySheffield UnitedSheffield United06/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
DerbyDerbyStoke CityStoke City06/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
IpswichIpswichBirmingham CityBirmingham City06/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
PrestonPrestonQPRQPR06/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
Sheffield WednesdaySheffield WednesdayLeicesterLeicester06/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 0-1
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: No
  • Total SoT: Over 2.5
  • Match Result: Away Win
WatfordWatfordCharltonCharlton06/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Draw
SwanseaSwanseaMiddlesbroughMiddlesbrough06/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
WrexhamWrexhamSouthamptonSouthampton07/04/2026, 20:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
West BromwichWest BromwichMillwallMillwall10/04/2026, 20:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
CoventryCoventrySheffield WednesdaySheffield Wednesday11/04/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 3-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
NorwichNorwichIpswichIpswich11/04/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
QPRQPRBristol CityBristol City11/04/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
CharltonCharltonPrestonPreston11/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
LeicesterLeicesterSwanseaSwansea11/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
MIddlesbroughMIddlesbroughPortsmouthPortsmouth11/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Oxford UnitedOxford UnitedWatfordWatford11/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
Sheffield UnitedSheffield UnitedHull CityHull City11/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
SouthamptonSouthamptonDerbyDerby11/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Stoke CityStoke CityBlackburn RoversBlackburn Rovers11/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
Birmingham CityBirmingham CityWrexhamWrexham12/04/2026, 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 1.39
Away Teams 1.2
Total (Combined) 2.59
34.7 min/Goal (1239 Goals in 478 matches)
50% Clean Sheets (237 times out of 478 matches)
56% Both Teams Scored (269 times out of 478 matches)
Outcome (Full-Time Result) % of Matches
Home Win 42%
Draw 26%
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 10%
Goals % of Matches Under
Under 0.5 6%
Under 1.5 24%
Under 2.5 50%
Under 3.5 76%
Under 4.5 90%
Championship Match Stats (2025/2026)
Shots Per Match 25.09
Shots / Match (Home) 14.07
Shots / Match (Away) 11.03
Fouls Per Match 21.44
Fouls / Match (Home) 10.36
Fouls / Match (Away) 11.08
Offsides Per Match 3.81
Players Participated 879

Championship Regular Season

Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts Last 5
1 Coventry City 40 25 8 7 84 42 +42 83 WWLWW
2 Millwall 40 21 9 10 55 45 +10 72 WWLDW
3 Middlesbrough 40 20 11 9 60 39 +21 71 WLDDL
4 Ipswich Town 38 19 12 7 67 39 +28 69 WDDWD
5 Hull City 40 20 7 13 63 58 +5 67 LWLWD
6 Wrexham 40 17 13 10 62 53 +9 64 LWLWD
7 Southampton 39 17 12 10 63 48 +15 63 WDWWW
8 Derby County 40 17 9 14 58 51 +7 60 WLWWL
9 Watford 40 14 14 12 51 48 +3 56 DLWDL
10 Queens Park Rangers 40 16 8 16 57 62 -5 56 LLWWW
11 Norwich City 40 16 7 17 53 47 +6 55 WWLWD
12 Stoke City 40 15 9 16 48 43 +5 54 LDWLW
13 Bristol City 40 15 9 16 51 51 0 54 LLDLW
14 Birmingham City 40 14 11 15 48 50 -2 53 LWDLL
15 Preston North End 40 13 14 13 47 51 -4 53 LLLWD
16 Swansea City 40 15 8 17 47 52 -5 53 WWLLD
17 Sheffield United 40 15 6 19 57 57 0 51 DLDLD
18 Charlton Athletic 40 12 12 16 37 48 -11 48 WWDLL
19 Leicester City 40 11 13 16 53 62 -9 46 DWLDD
20 Blackburn Rovers 40 12 10 18 37 49 -12 46 DLWDW
21 West Bromwich Albion 40 11 11 18 42 56 -14 44 DDWWD
22 Portsmouth 39 10 11 18 38 55 -17 41 DLLLD
23 Oxford United 40 9 13 18 37 52 -15 40 WWDLD
24 Sheffield Wednesday 40 1 9 30 24 81 -57 12 LDLLL

Championship Results

Date Match
20/03/2026, 20:00 Preston North End 3 - 1 Stoke City
21/03/2026, 12:30 Blackburn Rovers 0 - 0 Middlesbrough
21/03/2026, 12:30 Derby County 1 - 0 Birmingham City
21/03/2026, 12:30 Ipswich Town 1 - 1 Millwall
21/03/2026, 15:00 Bristol City 0 - 1 West Bromwich Albion
21/03/2026, 15:00 Hull City 3 - 1 Sheffield Wednesday
21/03/2026, 15:00 Sheffield United 1 - 2 Wrexham
21/03/2026, 15:00 Southampton 2 - 0 Oxford United
21/03/2026, 15:00 Watford 0 - 0 Leicester City
21/03/2026, 15:00 Charlton Athletic 0 - 1 Norwich City
21/03/2026, 15:00 Queens Park Rangers 6 - 1 Portsmouth
21/03/2026, 17:15 Swansea City 0 - 3 Coventry City

Championship Fixtures

Date Match
03/04/2026, 11:30 Middlesbrough 1 - 2 Millwall
03/04/2026, 14:00 Charlton Athletic 1 - 2 Bristol City
03/04/2026, 14:00 Norwich City 1 - 1 Portsmouth
03/04/2026, 14:00 Queens Park Rangers 2 - 1 Watford
03/04/2026, 14:00 Sheffield United 3 - 3 Swansea City
03/04/2026, 14:00 Oxford United 1 - 1 Hull City
03/04/2026, 14:00 Birmingham City 0 - 1 Blackburn Rovers
03/04/2026, 14:00 Leicester City 2 - 2 Preston North End
03/04/2026, 14:00 West Bromwich Albion 2 - 2 Wrexham
03/04/2026, 14:00 Stoke City 2 - 0 Sheffield Wednesday
03/04/2026, 19:00 Coventry City 3 - 2 Derby County
28/04/2026, 18:45 Southampton - Ipswich Town

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