Championship Predictions

Hull City

Hull City

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

4 March 2025

19:45

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Plymouth

Plymouth

Following a 1-0 loss to Cardiff City, Hull City will look to get back on course when they take on Plymouth in the Championship round 35. The Tigers are desperate to escape the danger zone and they are likely to go all guns blazing at the fellow relegation strugglers. Both Eliot Matazo and Sean McLoughlin limped off with injuries in the last league match, with duo Gustavo Pue... Read More...

This match will be played on 4 March 2025 at 19:45

Cardiff

Cardiff

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

4 March 2025

19:45

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Burnley

Burnley

Cardiff City Stadium will host Tuesday’s Championship game between Cardiff City and Burnley. The Bluebirds aim to recover from the FA Cup loss to Aston Villa and their fine run at home is surely fuelling fans with optimism ahead of upcoming challenges. Yousef Salech is widely expected to return to the starting XI, while Dimitrios Goutas misses out through suspension. The l... Read More...

This match will be played on 4 March 2025 at 19:45

Stoke City

Stoke City

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

1 March 2025

15:00

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Watford

Watford

Stoke City will be aiming to recover from back-to-back defeats to Norwich City and Middlesbrough when they face Watford on Saturday afternoon. The Potters have been struggling defensively of late and, as a result, the odds for away win are dropping. Fit-again forward Sam Gallagher should once again start from the bench, while the likes of Gibson, Gooch, Mmaee, Sidibe, and Wi... Read More...

This match will be played on 1 March 2025 at 15:00

QPR

QPR

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

1 March 2025

15:00

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Sheffield United

Sheffield United

Loftus Road will be the centre of attention when Queens Park Rangers and Sheffield United lock horns in the Championship round 35. The Hoops have turned their stadium into a real fortress and you should know that they have won seven of their last eight home games. Koki Saito should be fit for Saturday’s clash despite picking up a knock in a 2-1 loss to Portsmouth, while Ja... Read More...

This match will be played on 1 March 2025 at 15:00

Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

1 March 2025

15:00

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Derby

Derby

Buoyed by a 3-1 win over Stoke City, Middlesbrough will look to give fans yet another reason to celebrate when they take on Derby County on Saturday. The Boro have regained a much-needed confidence, with the team putting an end to their five-game losing run, but they should not stop now. As Middlesbrough are only four points behind the playoffs places, we are positive that t... Read More...

This match will be played on 1 March 2025 at 15:00

Luton

Luton

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

1 March 2025

15:00

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Portsmouth

Portsmouth

Kenilworth Road will host Saturday’s football game between Luton Town and Portsmouth, the two bottom-table sides. The Hatters are fighting hard to avoid relegation and they are likely to go all guns blazing at the Pompey on Matchday 35. Both Shandon Baptiste and Carlton Morris suffered injuries in a 2-0 loss to Watford, with duo Josh Bowler – Elijah Adebayo being ready t... Read More...

This match will be played on 1 March 2025 at 15:00

Oxford United

Oxford United

Prediction:
0-1

Match Time & Date:

1 March 2025

12:30

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Coventry

Coventry

After failing to spoil WBA’s party at the Hawthorns, Oxford United will look to give fans some cheer when they face Coventry City on Saturday afternoon. The Yellows continue with their old habit of struggling on the road, while producing fine performances at home, but they will have a big fish to fry against Coventry. The likes of Max Woltman, Elliott Moore, Gregory Leigh,... Read More...

This match will be played on 1 March 2025 at 12:30

Leeds United

Leeds United

Prediction:
3-1

Match Time & Date:

1 March 2025

12:30

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West Bromwich

West Bromwich

High-flying Leeds United will look to cement top position in the standings when they welcome West Browmich Albion to their Elland Road. The Whites are on a five-game winning run in the Championship and they are likely to stick to their attacking style of play. Patrick Bamford and Maximilian Wober remain in the recovery room, but there are no fresh injury worries in the home ... Read More...

This match will be played on 1 March 2025 at 12:30

Blackburn Rovers

Blackburn Rovers

Prediction:
2-2

Match Time & Date:

1 March 2025

12:30

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Norwich

Norwich

Blackburn Rovers will try to recover from a 3-0 loss to Swansea City when they take on Norwich City on Matchday 35. The Riversiders want to stay in the playoffs berth and you should know that they are after their 11th home win of the process. Midfielder John Buckley is pushing for a start after coming as a substitute in the last league match, while all Jack Vale, Danny Batth... Read More...

This match will be played on 1 March 2025 at 12:30

Sheffield Wednesday

Sheffield Wednesday

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

28 February 2025

20:00

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Sunderland

Sunderland

There will be fireworks when Sheffield Wednesday and Sunderland lock horns at Hillsborough in the Championship round 35. The Owls aim to make amends for back-to-back defeats to Coventry City and Burnley, but they face yet another difficult task against the Black Cats. All Akin Famewo, Dominic Iorfa, Anthony Musaba, and Olaf Kobacki continue to miss out with injuries for the ... Read More...

This match will be played on 28 February 2025 at 20:00

Stoke City

Stoke City

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

25 February 2025

19:45

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Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough

Stoke City will be aiming to recover from a 4-2 loss to Norwich City when they take on Middlesbrough on Tuesday evening. The Potters defeated Swansea 3-1 in their last home game, which is surely giving fans a reason for optimism ahead of Middlesbrough’s visit. Both Eric Bocat and Souleymane Sidibe remain in the recovery room, while Lewis Koumas should be recalled to the st... Read More...

This match will be played on 25 February 2025 at 19:45

Cardiff

Cardiff

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

25 February 2025

19:45

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Hull City

Hull City

Following back-to-back draws with Bristol City and Plymouth, Cardiff City will look to return to winning ways when they face Hull City in South Wales. The Bluebirds are desperate to win Tuesday’s relegation six-pointer, but they will have to prove their worth on the field. Greece international Dimitrios Goutas misses out through suspension, while fellow defender Joel Bagan... Read More...

This match will be played on 25 February 2025 at 19:45

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Bojan Jovanovic • Football expert
20 February 2026 • 16:58 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 RoversBristol CityBristol City24/02/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
Hull CityHull CityDerbyDerby24/02/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
MIddlesbroughMIddlesbroughLeicesterLeicester24/02/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
SwanseaSwanseaPrestonPreston24/02/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
WatfordWatfordIpswichIpswich24/02/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 1-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Away Win
West BromwichWest BromwichCharltonCharlton24/02/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
WrexhamWrexhamPortsmouthPortsmouth24/02/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 2-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
SouthamptonSouthamptonQPRQPR24/02/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 1-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: No
  • Total SoT: Over 2.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
MillwallMillwallBirmingham CityBirmingham City25/02/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
NorwichNorwichSheffield WednesdaySheffield Wednesday25/02/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 2-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Sheffield UnitedSheffield UnitedCoventryCoventry25/02/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
Stoke CityStoke CityOxford UnitedOxford United25/02/2026, 20:00
  • Correct Score: 2-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Bristol CityBristol CityWatfordWatford27/02/2026, 20:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
DerbyDerbyBlackburn RoversBlackburn Rovers28/02/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
LeicesterLeicesterNorwichNorwich28/02/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
PortsmouthPortsmouthHull CityHull City28/02/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
CharltonCharltonWrexhamWrexham28/02/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
CoventryCoventryStoke CityStoke City28/02/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
IpswichIpswichSwanseaSwansea28/02/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Oxford UnitedOxford UnitedWest BromwichWest Bromwich28/02/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
PrestonPrestonMillwallMillwall28/02/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
QPRQPRSheffield UnitedSheffield United28/02/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Sheffield WednesdaySheffield WednesdaySouthamptonSouthampton28/02/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Away Win
Birmingham CityBirmingham CityMiddlesbroughMiddlesbrough02/03/2026, 20:00
  • 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) 2.58
34.8 min/Goal (1018 Goals in 394 matches)
51% Clean Sheets (199 times out of 394 matches)
56% Both Teams Scored (221 times out of 394 matches)
Outcome (Full-Time Result) % of Matches
Home Win 42%
Draw 26%
Away Win 32%
Goals % of Matches Over
Over 0.5 93%
Over 1.5 75%
Over 2.5 51%
Over 3.5 25%
Over 4.5 10%
Goals % of Matches Under
Under 0.5 7%
Under 1.5 25%
Under 2.5 49%
Under 3.5 75%
Under 4.5 90%
Championship Match Stats (2025/2026)
Shots Per Match 25.08
Shots / Match (Home) 13.96
Shots / Match (Away) 11.11
Fouls Per Match 21.42
Fouls / Match (Home) 10.34
Fouls / Match (Away) 11.08
Offsides Per Match 3.87
Players Participated 864

Championship Regular Season

Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts Last 5
1 Coventry City 33 19 8 6 68 36 +32 65 LLDWW
2 Middlesbrough 33 18 8 7 50 33 +17 62 WWWLD
3 Millwall 33 16 8 9 42 40 +2 56 WDWWL
4 Ipswich Town 31 15 9 7 54 34 +20 54 WLDWL
5 Hull City 32 16 6 10 51 46 +5 54 WWDLL
6 Wrexham 33 13 12 8 51 44 +7 51 WWLDW
7 Birmingham City 33 13 10 10 45 40 +5 49 DWWDW
8 Derby County 33 13 9 11 47 41 +6 48 DWLWL
9 Watford 33 12 12 9 43 38 +5 48 LDLDW
10 Preston North End 33 12 12 9 40 37 +3 48 LDWDL
11 Bristol City 33 13 8 12 45 41 +4 47 WLWDL
12 Southampton 33 12 11 10 49 45 +4 47 DWWWD
13 Queens Park Rangers 33 13 8 12 46 47 -1 47 LWDLW
14 Sheffield United 33 14 3 16 47 46 +1 45 DWLWW
15 Swansea City 33 13 6 14 39 39 0 45 LWWLW
16 Stoke City 33 12 8 13 36 31 +5 44 DLDLD
17 Charlton Athletic 33 10 10 13 32 42 -10 40 WDWLD
18 Norwich City 33 11 6 16 43 44 -1 39 WLWWL
19 Leicester City 33 10 9 14 46 53 -7 39 LLLLD
20 Portsmouth 32 10 9 13 33 41 -8 39 WLLWW
21 Blackburn Rovers 33 10 8 15 31 41 -10 38 LWLWW
22 West Bromwich Albion 33 9 7 17 32 49 -17 34 DLDDL
23 Oxford United 33 6 11 16 28 44 -16 29 LLDLD
24 Sheffield Wednesday 33 1 8 24 20 66 -46 11 LLLLL

Championship Results

Date Match
20/02/2026, 20:00 Blackburn Rovers 1 - 0 Preston North End
21/02/2026, 12:30 Swansea City 1 - 0 Bristol City
21/02/2026, 12:30 Stoke City 2 - 2 Leicester City
21/02/2026, 12:30 West Bromwich Albion 0 - 2 Coventry City
21/02/2026, 12:30 Hull City 1 - 3 Queens Park Rangers
21/02/2026, 15:00 Norwich City 1 - 2 Birmingham City
21/02/2026, 15:00 Middlesbrough 0 - 0 Oxford United
21/02/2026, 15:00 Southampton 1 - 1 Charlton Athletic
21/02/2026, 15:00 Millwall 1 - 3 Portsmouth
21/02/2026, 15:00 Watford 2 - 0 Derby County
21/02/2026, 15:00 Wrexham 5 - 3 Ipswich Town
22/02/2026, 12:00 Sheffield United 2 - 1 Sheffield Wednesday

Championship Fixtures

Date Match
24/02/2026, 19:45 Middlesbrough - Leicester City
24/02/2026, 19:45 Wrexham - Portsmouth
24/02/2026, 19:45 Hull City - Derby County
24/02/2026, 19:45 Swansea City - Preston North End
24/02/2026, 19:45 Watford - Ipswich Town
24/02/2026, 19:45 West Bromwich Albion - Charlton Athletic
24/02/2026, 19:45 Blackburn Rovers - Bristol City
24/02/2026, 20:00 Southampton - Queens Park Rangers
25/02/2026, 19:45 Millwall - Birmingham City
25/02/2026, 19:45 Sheffield United - Coventry City
25/02/2026, 19:45 Norwich City - Sheffield Wednesday
25/02/2026, 20:00 Stoke City - Oxford United

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