Championship Predictions

Sheffield United

Sheffield United

Prediction:
3-1

Match Time & Date:

20 December 2025

15:00

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Birmingham City

Birmingham City

Sheffield United host Birmingham City in a Championship clash where both teams have been scoring regularly but are also vulnerable at the back. Therefore, our prediction leans toward a 3-1 home win. The Blades have been strong at home, winning three of their last five matches at Bramall Lane and averaging 2.60 goals per home game. Overall, they score 1.80 per match and conce ... Read More...

This match will be played on 20 December 2025 at 15:00

QPR

QPR

Prediction:
2-2

Match Time & Date:

20 December 2025

15:00

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Leicester

Leicester

QPR host Leicester City in what promises to be an open encounter, with a 2-2 predicted outcome. The Hoops have been solid at home, winning three of their last five home matches, averaging 4.00 goals per game at Loftus Road while conceding 2.00. Overall, QPR score in 80% of their matches and have a 70% BTTS rate, reflecting their attacking style but occasional defensive vulne ... Read More...

This match will be played on 20 December 2025 at 15:00

Ipswich

Ipswich

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

20 December 2025

15:00

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Sheffield Wednesday

Sheffield Wednesday

Ipswich Town look to build on a solid run and with Sheffield Wednesday head into Saturday's clash with a severely-weakened squad, 2-0 is our predicted outcome. The Tractor Boys are averaging 1.80 goals per game overall, with home matches producing just 1.25 goals on average, reflecting a tight defensive approach that has seen them concede only 0.25 goals per home game. Ipswi ... Read More...

This match will be played on 20 December 2025 at 15:00

Hull City

Hull City

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

20 December 2025

15:00

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West Bromwich

West Bromwich

Hull City face West Bromwich Albion for a Championship showdown, with our prediction leaning toward a 2-1 home win due to their fine home record. The Tigers have been in a fine form of late, particularly away with 1.80 points per game. They score 1.70 goals on average and concede 1.60, with BTTS occurring in 70% of matches. Their expected goals of 1.24 suggest they slightly ... Read More...

This match will be played on 20 December 2025 at 15:00

Derby

Derby

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

20 December 2025

15:00

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Portsmouth

Portsmouth

Derby County welcome Portsmouth looking to maintain momentum after a productive spell that has delivered three wins from the last five matches. Therefore, our prediction points toward a 2-1 home win. The Rams average 1.80 goals per game and see BTTS land in 80% of their fixtures, with matches producing 3.10 goals on average. Home form has been less dominant, with a 40% win r ... Read More...

This match will be played on 20 December 2025 at 15:00

Charlton

Charlton

Prediction:
2-2

Match Time & Date:

20 December 2025

15:00

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Oxford United

Oxford United

Charlton Athletic take Oxford United aiming to return to winning ways, but given their dreadful winless run in the Championship, our prediction leans toward a 1-1 draw. The Addicks have struggled defensively, conceding 1.70 goals per game overall and 2.00 per match at The Valley, while BTTS has landed in 75% of home fixtures. Attacking output remains modest at 1.00 goal per ... Read More...

This match will be played on 20 December 2025 at 15:00

Bristol City

Bristol City

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

20 December 2025

15:00

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Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough

Bristol City welcome Middlesbrough in what promises to be an exciting Championship showdown. With Boro brimming with confidence following four consecutive league wins, we predict a 2-1 away triumph. The Robins average only 0.90 goals per game this season and have failed to score in 40% of fixtures, although defensive numbers at Ashton Gate are more solid, conceding just 0.80 ... Read More...

This match will be played on 20 December 2025 at 15:00

Southampton

Southampton

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

20 December 2025

12:30

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Coventry

Coventry

Southampton look to respond after an unexpected loss to Norwich City, but with league leaders Coventry enjoying a season to remember, we predict a 1-1 draw. Tonda Eckert’s side average 2.30 goals per game and have won 80% of their home matches, with games at St Mary’s producing 3.60 goals on average. Defensive issues remain, though, with just 10% clean sheets overall and ... Read More...

This match will be played on 20 December 2025 at 12:30

Preston

Preston

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

20 December 2025

12:30

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Norwich

Norwich

Preston host Norwich City in a clash between two sides trending toward open, goal-heavy games. With the Canaries struggling on the road, our prediction firmly points toward a 2-1 home win. The Lilywhites are unbeaten in five, picking up 1.90 points per game overall and scoring in every match so far this run. At Deepdale, Preston average 3.00 total goals per game, with BTTS l ... Read More...

This match will be played on 20 December 2025 at 12:30

Blackburn Rovers

Blackburn Rovers

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

20 December 2025

12:30

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Millwall

Millwall

Blackburn Rovers host Millwall aim to recover from a 2-1 loss to Portsmouth and given Millwall's defensive struggles on the road, 2-1 is our predicted outcome. The Riversiders have picked up 1.50 points per game overall, conceding just 1.00 goal per match, but home form has been less convincing with only a 20% win rate at Ewood Park. Goals are usually on the agenda, with BTT ... Read More...

This match will be played on 20 December 2025 at 12:30

Swansea

Swansea

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

19 December 2025

20:00

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Wrexham

Wrexham

Swansea City welcome Wrexham aiming to build some momentum after an inconsistent run of results. Given Wrexham's difficulties on the road, our prediction points toward a 2-1 home win. The Swans have won two of their last five matches but continue to leak goals, conceding an average of 2.00 per game overall. At home, performances have been slightly more stable, with a 40% win ... Read More...

This match will be played on 19 December 2025 at 20:00

Sheffield Wednesday

Sheffield Wednesday

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

15 December 2025

20:00

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Derby

Derby

Despite suffering a dip in form, we predict that Derby will defeat Sheffield Wednesday 2-1 in the closing match of round 21 as the Owls are running down a blind alley. Following a 18-point deduction due to financial problems, Sheffield Wednesday are stuck at the bottom of the Championship standings. With the team conceding 2.00 goals per game at home of late, home win should ... Read More...

This match will be played on 15 December 2025 at 20:00

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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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