Championship Predictions

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

QPR

QPR

Prediction:
2-2

Match Time & Date:

1 January 2026

15:00

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Norwich

Norwich

QPR return to Loftus Road after a narrow 2-1 loss at West Brom, a match where key midfielder Ilias Chair was sorely missed. As QPR and Norwich seem to be evenly matched at the moment, our prediction leans toward a 2-2 draw. Despite that setback, QPR’s home form has been exceptional, boasting four straight home wins and an impressive 3.00 points per game at Loftus Road. The ... Read More...

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

Preston

Preston

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

1 January 2026

15:00

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Sheffield Wednesday

Sheffield Wednesday

Preston look to get back on course following a 2-1 loss to Wrexham. As the Lilywhites will not have a better chance than this to return to winning ways, we predict that they will defeated rock-bottom Sheffield Wednesday 1-0 on Thursday. Preston's overall numbers at home remain unconvincing, averaging just 0.75 points per game and failing to win a single home match so far. De ... Read More...

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

Ipswich

Ipswich

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

1 January 2026

15:00

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Oxford United

Oxford United

Ipswich Town enter the new year full of confidence after a commanding 2-0 win over league leaders Coventry, and with Ivan Azan expected to shake off a minor knock, we predict that they will defeated Oxford United 1-0 at their Portman Road. The Tractor Boys boast 2.50 points per game at Portman Road, with a superb defensive record—conceding just 0.25 goals per home match an ... Read More...

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

Hull City

Hull City

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

1 January 2026

15:00

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Stoke City

Stoke City

Hull City are brimming with confidence following a hard-fought 1-0 win over Middlesbrough and given their excellent form in December, we predict that they will defeat Stoke City 2-0 on Matchday 25. The Tigers are unbeaten in five and sit on an impressive 1.90 points per game, boosted by a strong home record of 1.80 PPG. They score 1.40 goals per home match and have conceded ... Read More...

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

Derby

Derby

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

1 January 2026

15:00

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Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough

Derby County host Middlesbrough in a Championship clash between two sides showing very different profiles in home-and-away performance. With Derby suffering a dip in form, we predict that the Boro will emerge triumphant (1-2) in Thursday's encounter. The Rams' overall form sits at 1.20 points per game, but their home record remains a concern, collecting just 0.50 PPG at Prid ... Read More...

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

Charlton

Charlton

Prediction:
0-2

Match Time & Date:

1 January 2026

15:00

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Coventry

Coventry

Charlton welcome Championship leaders Coventry City in a clash shaped by contrasting form and confidence levels. As the league leaders are determined to start 2026 in style, we predict a 2-0 away win. The Addicks have struggled for consistency, picking up just 0.70 points per game overall, though their home record is more respectable at 1.50 PPG. They average 1.00 goal score ... Read More...

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

Bristol City

Bristol City

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

1 January 2026

15:00

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Portsmsmouth

Portsmsmouth

Bristol City are eager to bounce back from a 2-1 loss to Millwall and given Portsmouth's struggles on the road, our prediction points toward a 1-0 home win. The Robins enter the match without fresh injury concerns, and their home numbers remain consistently strong with 1.75 points per game and a solid defensive record at Ashton Gate. You should know that Bristol City are aft ... Read More...

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

Blackburn Rovers

Blackburn Rovers

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

1 January 2026

12:30

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Wrexham

Wrexham

Wrexham are brimming with confidence following back-to-back home wins over Sheffield United and Wrexham, but given their difficulties on the road, our prediction points toward a 1-1 draw. The Riversiders head into this clash after a goalless draw with Sheffield Wednesday, showing defensive stability but once again lacking in the final third. There are no fresh injury worries ... Read More...

This match will be played on 1 January 2026 at 12:30

Birmingham City

Birmingham City

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

29 December 2025

20:15

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Southampton

Southampton

Birmingham City look to return to winning ways after a 1-1 Boxing Day draw with Derby, but they are without key defender Christoph Klarer, who is suspended. Therefore, a 1-1 draw is on the cards at St. Andrews' Stadium. The Blues’ home form has been solid compared to their away struggles, earning 2.20 points per game at St Andrew’s, but they concede 0.80 goals per home m ... Read More...

This match will be played on 29 December 2025 at 20:15

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Bojan Jovanovic • Football expert
19 October 2026 • 14:30 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
WolvesWolvesPortsmouthPortsmouth20/10/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 1-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: No
  • Total SoT: Over 2.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
BoltonBoltonMiddlesbroughMiddlesbrough23/10/2026, 20:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
CharltonCharltonNorwichNorwich24/10/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
PortsmouthPortsmouthMillwallMillwall24/10/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
Sheffield UnitedSheffield UnitedDerbyDerby24/10/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 1-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: No
  • Total SoT: Over 2.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Blackburn RoversBlackburn RoversWrexhamWrexham24/10/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
CardiffCardiffBirmingham CityBirmingham City24/10/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
LincolnLincolnBurnleyBurnley24/10/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
PrestonPrestonWest BromwichWest Bromwich24/10/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
QPRQPRSwanseaSwansea24/10/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
Stoke CityStoke CityBristol CityBristol City24/10/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
West HamWest HamSouthamptonSouthampton24/10/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
WolvesWolvesWatfordWatford24/10/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home 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 1.59
Away Teams 1.3
Total (Combined) 2.89
31.2 min/Goal (378 Goals in 131 matches)
43% Clean Sheets (56 times out of 131 matches)
63% Both Teams Scored (83 times out of 131 matches)
Outcome (Full-Time Result) % of Matches
Home Win 40%
Draw 27%
Away Win 33%
Goals % of Matches Over
Over 0.5 94%
Over 1.5 76%
Over 2.5 62%
Over 3.5 37%
Over 4.5 13%
Goals % of Matches Under
Under 0.5 6%
Under 1.5 24%
Under 2.5 38%
Under 3.5 63%
Under 4.5 87%
Championship Match Stats (2026/2027)
Shots Per Match 27.09
Shots / Match (Home) 14.65
Shots / Match (Away) 12.44
Fouls Per Match 21.94
Fouls / Match (Home) 10.6
Fouls / Match (Away) 11.34
Offsides Per Match 4.36
Players Participated 682

Championship Regular Season

Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts Last 5
1 Swansea City 11 7 2 2 16 8 +8 23 WWWWL
2 West Ham United 11 6 4 1 30 12 +18 22 WDDWW
3 Middlesbrough 11 6 4 1 22 16 +6 22 DDWWD
4 Southampton 11 6 3 2 21 10 +11 21 WLWWD
5 Birmingham City 11 5 5 1 20 11 +9 20 WDWWW
6 West Bromwich Albion 11 6 2 3 15 12 +3 20 DLLWW
7 Stoke City 11 6 1 4 18 16 +2 19 WWWLW
8 Queens Park Rangers 11 4 5 2 15 12 +3 17 DDDWL
9 Wolverhampton Wanderers 10 5 2 3 18 15 +3 17 WWLLW
10 Sheffield United 11 4 3 4 15 14 +1 15 LLWLW
11 Blackburn Rovers 11 4 3 4 17 16 +1 15 WDWWL
12 Millwall 11 4 3 4 18 18 0 15 DDWLD
13 Portsmouth 10 4 2 4 13 13 0 14 DDLWW
14 Wrexham 11 3 5 3 15 16 -1 14 LWDLW
15 Bristol City 11 4 2 5 12 15 -3 14 LWDLL
16 Bolton Wanderers 11 4 2 5 15 18 -3 14 WWLWD
17 Charlton Athletic 11 3 5 3 10 15 -5 14 DLDDL
18 Lincoln City 11 3 3 5 9 19 -10 12 WLLLD
19 Cardiff City 11 2 5 4 18 17 +1 11 LWLWD
20 Watford 11 3 2 6 10 19 -9 11 LLLLW
21 Norwich City 11 3 0 8 17 21 -4 9 LLLLL
22 Burnley 11 1 5 5 16 21 -5 8 LDWDL
23 Derby County 11 1 3 7 9 20 -11 6 LDDLL
24 Preston North End 11 1 1 9 9 24 -15 4 LDLLL

Championship Results

Date Match
16/10/2026, 19:00 Burnley 1 - 2 Wolverhampton Wanderers
17/10/2026, 11:30 Watford 2 - 0 Charlton Athletic
17/10/2026, 11:30 Millwall 2 - 2 Lincoln City
17/10/2026, 11:30 Middlesbrough 2 - 2 Cardiff City
17/10/2026, 14:00 Derby County 0 - 1 Stoke City
17/10/2026, 14:00 Swansea City 0 - 1 West Ham United
17/10/2026, 14:00 Norwich City 0 - 1 Portsmouth
17/10/2026, 14:00 Bristol City 0 - 1 Sheffield United
17/10/2026, 14:00 West Bromwich Albion 3 - 2 Blackburn Rovers
17/10/2026, 14:00 Birmingham City 3 - 0 Queens Park Rangers
17/10/2026, 14:00 Southampton 0 - 0 Bolton Wanderers
17/10/2026, 14:00 Wrexham 4 - 1 Preston North End

Championship Fixtures

Date Match
23/10/2026, 19:00 Bolton Wanderers - Middlesbrough
24/10/2026, 11:30 Charlton Athletic - Norwich City
24/10/2026, 11:30 Sheffield United - Derby County
24/10/2026, 11:30 Portsmouth - Millwall
24/10/2026, 14:00 Cardiff City - Birmingham City
24/10/2026, 14:00 West Ham United - Southampton
24/10/2026, 14:00 Wolverhampton Wanderers - Watford
24/10/2026, 14:00 Preston North End - West Bromwich Albion
24/10/2026, 14:00 Lincoln City - Burnley
24/10/2026, 14:00 Stoke City - Bristol City
24/10/2026, 14:00 Queens Park Rangers - Swansea City
24/10/2026, 14:00 Blackburn Rovers - Wrexham

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