Championship Predictions

Leeds United

Leeds United

Prediction:
3-1

Match Time & Date:

28 April 2025

20:00

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Bristol City

Bristol City

Leeds United will be aiming to retain top position in the Championship standings when they welcome Bristol City to their Elland Road on Saturday. The Whites secured automatic Premier League promotion thanks to a thrilling 6-0 win over Stoke City, but they now aim to put an icing on the cake. A man to watch in the home team will be Joel Piroe, who scored four goals in the 6-0... Read More...

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

Sheffield Wednesday

Sheffield Wednesday

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

26 April 2025

15:00

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Portsmouth

Portsmouth

Buoyed by a 2-1 win over Middlesbrough, Sheffield Wednesday will look to give fans yet another reason to celebrate when they face Portsmouth on Matchday 45. The Owls are stuck in the middle of the table, but they surely want to impress in their last home game of the process. Dutch forward Anthony Musaba is pushing for a start after scoring as a substitute against Middlesbrou... Read More...

This match will be played on 26 April 2025 at 15:00

Preston

Preston

Prediction:
2-2

Match Time & Date:

26 April 2025

15:00

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Plymouth

Plymouth

Deepdale will host Saturday’s football game between Preston and Plymouth, the two bottom-table sides. The Lilywhites are on a three-game losing run in the Championship and, no doubt, they would be happy with one point from Saturday’s encounter. Midfielder Mads Frokjaer-Jensen limped off with injury in the last league match, with Emil Riis likely to sneak into the startin... Read More...

This match will be played on 26 April 2025 at 15:00

Oxford United

Oxford United

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

26 April 2025

15:00

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Sunderland

Sunderland

Oxford United will be aiming to clinch the Championship survival when they face Sunderland at their Kassam Stadium in the penultimate round of the season. The Yellows are three points clear of the relegation zone, meaning that Saturday’s game could be crucial in their battle for survival. Both Greg Leigh and Matt Phillips are in line for recalls to the starting XI, while t... Read More...

This match will be played on 26 April 2025 at 15:00

Millwall

Millwall

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

26 April 2025

15:00

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Swansea

Swansea

Saturday’s football game at the Den pits together Millwall and Swansea City, the two in-form sides. The Lions are three points behind the playoffs berth, meaning that this has to go down as a must-win game for the capital club. The opposition back-line should have Mihailo Ivanovic at bay as the 20-year-old Serbian scored a brace in a 3-1 win over Norwich City.

Mean... Read More...

This match will be played on 26 April 2025 at 15:00

Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

26 April 2025

15:00

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Norwich

Norwich

Middlesbrough will look to recover from a 2-1 loss to Sheffield Wednesday when they welcome Norwich City to their Riverside Stadium on Saturday afternoon. The Boro have been impressive at home ground of late, winning four of their last five home matches, but they face yet another must-win situation against Norwich. Even though there are no fresh injury worries in the home te... Read More...

This match will be played on 26 April 2025 at 15:00

Hull City

Hull City

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

26 April 2025

15:00

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Derby

Derby

Hull City and Derby County take on each other at MKM Stadium in what is expected to be an interesting relegation six-pointer. The Tigers defeated Preston in midweek to put an end to their three-game winless run, but their Championship status remains in danger. A man to keep an eye on in the home team will be Joe Gelhardt, who scored a brace against the Lilywhites, while midf... Read More...

This match will be played on 26 April 2025 at 15:00

Cardiff

Cardiff

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

26 April 2025

15:00

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West Bromwich

West Bromwich

Cardiff City will look to keep their survival hopes alive when they take on West Bromwich Albion in the Championship round 45. The Bluebirds are three points behind the safe zone, meaning that Saturday’s game could be crucial for the home side. Norwegian midfielder Sivert Mannsverk limped off with injury in a 1-1 draw with Oxford United, with David Turnbull being ready to ... Read More...

This match will be played on 26 April 2025 at 15:00

Blackburn Rovers

Blackburn Rovers

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

26 April 2025

15:00

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Watford

Watford

Blackburn Rovers and Watford take on each other at Ewood Park in what could be crucial game for playoffs-chasing Riversiders. Blackburn are eyeing their fourth consecutive league win and they must be high on confidence ahead of Saturday’s clash. All Dennis, Carter, Beck, Kargbo, Leonard, Weimann, and Wharton are out of contention with injuries for the home team.

Th... Read More...

This match will be played on 26 April 2025 at 15:00

QPR

QPR

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

26 April 2025

12:30

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Burnley

Burnley

QPR play host to Burnley at their Loftus Road in the Championship round 45. The Hoops are seven points clear of the relegation zone, meaning that they managed to secure the Championship survival. QPR have little to play for in Saturday’s encounter, but they surely want to finish the season in style. Midfielder Karamoko Dembele is pushing for a start after scoring as a subs... Read More...

This match will be played on 26 April 2025 at 12:30

Luton

Luton

Prediction:
2-2

Match Time & Date:

26 April 2025

12:30

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Coventry

Coventry

Saturday’s football game at Kenilworth Road pits together Luton Town and Coventry City, the two teams with entirely different ambitions for the season finale. The Hatters aim to build on back-to-back wins over Derby County and Bristol City and a triumph over Coventry should see them escape the relegation zone. The likes of Adebayo, Brown, Doughty, and Lockyer are out of co... Read More...

This match will be played on 26 April 2025 at 12:30

Stoke City

Stoke City

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

25 April 2025

20:00

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Sheffield United

Sheffield United

Stoke City will look to recover from a massive 6-0 loss to Leeds United when they take on Sheffield United at Bet365 Stadium on Saturday. The Potters continue with their habit of producing much better showings at home than on the travels and they are surely capable of spoiling Sheffield United’s party. There are no fresh injury worries in the home team ahead of Friday’s ... Read More...

This match will be played on 25 April 2025 at 20:00

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Bojan Jovanovic • Football expert
27 April 2026 • 11:05 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
SouthamptonSouthamptonIpswichIpswich28/04/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Blackburn RoversBlackburn RoversLeicesterLeicester02/05/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Stoke CityStoke CityBristol CityBristol City02/05/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
DerbyDerbySheffield UnitedSheffield United02/05/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
Hull CityHull CityNorwichNorwich02/05/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 2-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Draw
IpswichIpswichQPRQPR02/05/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 2-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
MillwallMillwallOxford UnitedOxford United02/05/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 2-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
PortsmouthPortsmouthBirmingham CityBirmingham City02/05/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
PrestonPrestonSouthamptonSouthampton02/05/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 1-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Away Win
Sheffield WednesdaySheffield WednesdayWest BromwichWest Bromwich02/05/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 2-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Draw
SwanseaSwanseaCharltonCharlton02/05/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
WatfordWatfordCoventryCoventry02/05/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 2-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Draw
WrexhamWrexhamMiddlesbroughMiddlesbrough02/05/2026, 12:30
  • 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 1.4
Away Teams 1.2
Total (Combined) 2.6
34.7 min/Goal (1399 Goals in 539 matches)
50% Clean Sheets (267 times out of 539 matches)
56% Both Teams Scored (306 times out of 539 matches)
Outcome (Full-Time Result) % of Matches
Home Win 42%
Draw 27%
Away Win 31%
Goals % of Matches Over
Over 0.5 94%
Over 1.5 76%
Over 2.5 50%
Over 3.5 25%
Over 4.5 10%
Goals % of Matches Under
Under 0.5 6%
Under 1.5 24%
Under 2.5 50%
Under 3.5 75%
Under 4.5 90%
Championship Match Stats (2025/2026)
Shots Per Match 25.13
Shots / Match (Home) 14.03
Shots / Match (Away) 11.11
Fouls Per Match 21.46
Fouls / Match (Home) 10.29
Fouls / Match (Away) 11.17
Offsides Per Match 3.82
Players Participated 884

Championship Regular Season

Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts Last 5
1 Coventry City 45 27 11 7 93 45 +48 92 DDDWW
2 Ipswich Town 44 22 14 8 75 45 +30 80 WLDWD
3 Millwall 45 23 11 11 62 49 +13 80 LDWWD
4 Middlesbrough 45 22 13 10 70 45 +25 79 DLDWW
5 Southampton 44 21 13 10 77 53 +24 76 WWWWD
6 Wrexham 45 19 13 13 67 63 +4 70 LLWWL
7 Hull City 45 20 10 15 68 65 +3 70 DLDDL
8 Derby County 45 20 9 16 66 57 +9 69 WLWLW
9 Norwich City 45 19 8 18 62 54 +8 65 WLWWD
10 Birmingham City 45 17 12 16 56 55 +1 63 LWDWW
11 Swansea City 45 17 10 18 54 58 -4 61 DWLWD
12 Preston North End 45 15 15 15 54 59 -5 60 DWLLW
13 Bristol City 45 16 11 18 57 59 -2 59 WDLDL
14 Queens Park Rangers 45 16 10 19 61 70 -9 58 DDLLL
15 Sheffield United 45 17 6 22 64 65 -1 57 LWWLL
16 Watford 45 14 15 16 53 61 -8 57 DLLLL
17 Stoke City 45 15 10 20 51 54 -3 55 LDLLL
18 Portsmouth 45 14 12 19 48 63 -15 54 WWWLW
19 West Bromwich Albion 45 13 14 18 47 56 -9 53 DDWWD
20 Charlton Athletic 45 13 14 18 43 55 -12 53 DLDLW
21 Blackburn Rovers 45 13 13 19 42 55 -13 52 DDLDW
22 Leicester City 45 11 16 18 57 68 -11 49 DLLDD
23 Oxford United 45 11 14 20 45 57 -12 47 DWLLW
24 Sheffield Wednesday 45 1 12 32 27 88 -61 15 DDDLL

Championship Results

Date Match
14/04/2026, 19:00 Southampton 3 - 0 Blackburn Rovers
24/04/2026, 19:00 Leicester City 1 - 1 Millwall
25/04/2026, 11:30 Charlton Athletic 2 - 1 Hull City
25/04/2026, 11:30 Middlesbrough 5 - 1 Watford
25/04/2026, 11:30 West Bromwich Albion 0 - 0 Ipswich Town
25/04/2026, 14:00 Oxford United 4 - 1 Sheffield Wednesday
25/04/2026, 14:00 Birmingham City 2 - 1 Bristol City
25/04/2026, 14:00 Norwich City 1 - 1 Swansea City
25/04/2026, 14:00 Queens Park Rangers 2 - 3 Derby County
25/04/2026, 14:00 Sheffield United 2 - 3 Preston North End
25/04/2026, 14:00 Stoke City 1 - 3 Portsmouth
26/04/2026, 11:00 Coventry City 3 - 1 Wrexham

Championship Fixtures

Date Match
02/05/2026, 11:30 Sheffield Wednesday - West Bromwich Albion
02/05/2026, 11:30 Watford - Coventry City
02/05/2026, 11:30 Blackburn Rovers - Leicester City
02/05/2026, 11:30 Bristol City - Stoke City
02/05/2026, 11:30 Derby County - Sheffield United
02/05/2026, 11:30 Hull City - Norwich City
02/05/2026, 11:30 Ipswich Town - Queens Park Rangers
02/05/2026, 11:30 Millwall - Oxford United
02/05/2026, 11:30 Portsmouth - Birmingham City
02/05/2026, 11:30 Preston North End - Southampton
02/05/2026, 11:30 Swansea City - Charlton Athletic
02/05/2026, 11:30 Wrexham - Middlesbrough

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