Championship Predictions

Southampton

Southampton

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

14 April 2026

20:00

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Blackburn Rovers

Blackburn Rovers

Southampton will aim to continue their push for a playoff berth as they host Blackburn Rovers, buoyed by a come-from-behind 2-1 win over Derby County. As Southampton look unstoppable at the moment, we predict a 2-1 home win. The Saints are in exceptional form, with Roerslev Rasmussen their only absentee, and they boast a remarkable 90% win rate over their last 10 matches, av... Read More...

This match will be played on 14 April 2026 at 20:00

Portsmouth

Portsmouth

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

14 April 2026

20:00

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Ipswich

Ipswich

Fratton Park will host a postponed fixture as Portsmouth welcome Ipswich Town in a crucial clash at opposite ends of the table. As Ipswich aim to move closer towards automatic promotion, we predict a 2-1 away win. The hosts, battling relegation, come into this game after a narrow 1-0 win over Middlesbrough but are heavily affected by injuries to Alese, Murphy, Umeh, and Bian... Read More...

This match will be played on 14 April 2026 at 20:00

Birmingham City

Birmingham City

Prediction:
0-2

Match Time & Date:

12 April 2026

12:00

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Wrexham

Wrexham

St Andrew’s Stadium will be the centre of attention when Birmingham City take on Wrexham in the Championship round 42. As Wrexham want this win more than Birmingham, we predict a 2-0 away win. The Blues are looking to bounce back after a 2-1 defeat to Ipswich but have little left to play for, sitting mid-table. Birmingham have struggled in recent weeks, earning just 0.80 p... Read More...

This match will be played on 12 April 2026 at 12:00

Stoke City

Stoke City

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

11 April 2026

15:00

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Blackburn Rovers

Blackburn Rovers

There will be fireworks when Stoke City and Blackburn Rovers face each other in an eagerly-awaited relegation six-pointer. As Blackburn suit Stoke, our prediction leans toward a 2-1 home win. The Potters have struggled for consistency, collecting just 0.90 points per game in their last 10 matches, though their home form is slightly better at 1.60 PPG. They score 1.30 goals p... Read More...

This match will be played on 11 April 2026 at 15:00

Southampton

Southampton

Prediction:
3-1

Match Time & Date:

11 April 2026

15:00

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Derby

Derby

All eyes will be on St. Mary’s Stadium as Southampton aim to consolidate their playoff position with a fifth consecutive win, taking on a Derby County side finding form under recent fixtures. As the Saints look unstoppable at the moment, we predict a 2-1 home win. The playoffs hopefuls have been in scintillating form, amassing 2.60 points per game over their last 10 matche... Read More...

This match will be played on 11 April 2026 at 15:00

Sheffield United

Sheffield United

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

11 April 2026

15:00

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Hull City

Hull City

Bramall Lane will host an intriguing clash as Sheffield United look to end a frustrating six-game winless run when they face Hull City, who are hoping to return to winning ways after a goalless draw with Coventry. The Blades have struggled for consistency, averaging 1.20 points per game over their last 10 matches, scoring 1.30 goals while conceding the same. Defender Femi Se... Read More...

This match will be played on 11 April 2026 at 15:00

Oxford United

Oxford United

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

11 April 2026

15:00

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Watford

Watford

Oxford United will look to climb out of the relegation zone, taking on a Watford side still chasing slim playoff hopes. As both sides are capable of finding the net, we predict a 1-1 draw. The Yellows have shown mixed form, collecting just 1.30 points per game over their last 10 matches, scoring 1.10 goals per game while conceding 1.10. The likes of Goodrham, Leigh, and De K... Read More...

This match will be played on 11 April 2026 at 15:00

MIddlesbrough

MIddlesbrough

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

11 April 2026

15:00

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Portsmouth

Portsmouth

The Riverside Stadium will be the centre of attention as Middlesbrough aim to strengthen their push for an automatic promotion spot. Even though Portsmouth are desperate to secure the survival, we predict a 2-1 win for the Boro, who are a real force to be reckoned with at home. The promotion hopefuls have been inconsistent lately, winning just 2 of their last 10 matches, sco... Read More...

This match will be played on 11 April 2026 at 15:00

Leicester

Leicester

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

11 April 2026

15:00

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Swansea

Swansea

The King Power Stadium will host a crucial clash as Leicester aim to climb out of the relegation zone. As Leicester want this win more than Swansea, we predict a 2-1 home triumph. The Foxes are desperate for points following a 1-1 draw with Sheffield Wednesday, but injuries to Kristianssen and Souttar, with Ramsey and James doubtful, could hinder their defensive stability. L... Read More...

This match will be played on 11 April 2026 at 15:00

Charlton

Charlton

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

11 April 2026

15:00

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Preston

Preston

The Valley will host Saturday's game between Charlton Athletic and Preston, with the hosts looking to end a four-game winless run in the Championship. However, we predict a 1-1 draw as both sides should be happy with one point from the match. Sitting 18th, the Addicks are safe for now but will be wary after a 1-1 draw with Watford. Defender Conor Coady is doubtful, which cou... Read More...

This match will be played on 11 April 2026 at 15:00

QPR

QPR

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

11 April 2026

12:30

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Bristol City

Bristol City

Queens Park Rangers host Bristol City in a clash of inconsistent Championship sides, with both teams looking to find momentum. As both teams are capable of finding the net, we predict a 1-1 draw. The Hoops come into the match after a 1-1 draw with Preston, showing mixed form with 4 wins in their last 10 matches. The capital club average 1.60 goals per game but concede 2.00, ... Read More...

This match will be played on 11 April 2026 at 12:30

Norwich

Norwich

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

11 April 2026

12:30

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Ipswich

Ipswich

Norwich City host Ipswich Town in a highly-anticipated East Anglian derby, with both sides eyeing crucial points. As the two teams seem to be evenly matched, we predict a 1-1 draw. The Canaries, coming off a 2-1 win over Millwall, currently average 1.30 goals per game while conceding just 0.90, highlighting a solid defensive structure. Their home form is impressive, yielding... Read More...

This match will be played on 11 April 2026 at 12:30

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Bojan Jovanovic • Football expert
30 April 2026 • 10:05 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
IpswichIpswichQPRQPR02/05/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 3-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Hull CityHull CityNorwichNorwich02/05/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 3-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 12.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
DerbyDerbySheffield UnitedSheffield United02/05/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 3-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Bristol CityBristol CityStoke CityStoke 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
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

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) 2.61
34.5 min/Goal (1438 Goals in 552 matches)
49% Clean Sheets (272 times out of 552 matches)
56% Both Teams Scored (314 times out of 552 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 51%
Over 3.5 25%
Over 4.5 10%
Goals % of Matches Under
Under 0.5 6%
Under 1.5 24%
Under 2.5 49%
Under 3.5 75%
Under 4.5 90%
Championship Match Stats (2025/2026)
Shots Per Match 25.24
Shots / Match (Home) 14.05
Shots / Match (Away) 11.18
Fouls Per Match 21.45
Fouls / Match (Home) 10.29
Fouls / Match (Away) 11.16
Offsides Per Match 3.81
Players Participated 887

Championship Regular Season

Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts Last 5
1 Coventry City 46 28 11 7 97 45 +52 95 DDWWW
2 Ipswich Town 46 23 15 8 80 47 +33 84 DWDDW
3 Millwall 46 24 11 11 64 49 +15 83 DWWDW
4 Southampton 46 22 14 10 82 56 +26 80 WWDDW
5 Middlesbrough 46 22 14 10 72 47 +25 80 LDWWD
6 Hull City 46 21 10 15 70 66 +4 73 LDDLW
7 Wrexham 46 19 14 13 69 65 +4 71 LWWLD
8 Derby County 46 20 9 17 67 59 +8 69 LWLWL
9 Norwich City 46 19 8 19 63 56 +7 65 LWWDL
10 Birmingham City 46 17 13 16 57 56 +1 64 WDWWD
11 Swansea City 46 18 10 18 57 59 -2 64 WLWDW
12 Bristol City 46 17 11 18 59 59 0 62 DLDLW
13 Sheffield United 46 18 6 22 66 66 0 60 WWLLW
14 Preston North End 46 15 15 16 55 62 -7 60 WLLWL
15 Queens Park Rangers 46 16 10 20 61 73 -12 58 DLLLL
16 Watford 46 14 15 17 53 65 -12 57 LLLLL
17 Stoke City 46 15 10 21 51 56 -5 55 DLLLL
18 Portsmouth 46 14 13 19 49 64 -15 55 WWLWD
19 West Bromwich Albion 46 13 14 19 48 58 -10 53 DWWDL
20 Charlton Athletic 46 13 14 19 44 58 -14 53 LDLWL
21 Leicester City 46 12 16 18 58 68 -10 52 LLDDW
22 Blackburn Rovers 46 13 13 20 42 56 -14 52 DLDWL
23 Oxford United 46 11 14 21 45 59 -14 47 WLLWL
24 Sheffield Wednesday 46 2 12 32 29 89 -60 18 DDLLW

Championship Results

Date Match
02/05/2026, 11:30 Sheffield Wednesday 2 - 1 West Bromwich Albion
02/05/2026, 11:30 Watford 0 - 4 Coventry City
02/05/2026, 11:30 Blackburn Rovers 0 - 1 Leicester City
02/05/2026, 11:30 Bristol City 2 - 0 Stoke City
02/05/2026, 11:30 Derby County 1 - 2 Sheffield United
02/05/2026, 11:30 Hull City 2 - 1 Norwich City
02/05/2026, 11:30 Ipswich Town 3 - 0 Queens Park Rangers
02/05/2026, 11:30 Millwall 2 - 0 Oxford United
02/05/2026, 11:30 Portsmouth 1 - 1 Birmingham City
02/05/2026, 11:30 Preston North End 1 - 3 Southampton
02/05/2026, 11:30 Swansea City 3 - 1 Charlton Athletic
02/05/2026, 11:30 Wrexham 2 - 2 Middlesbrough

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