Championship Predictions

West Bromwich

West Bromwich

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

18 January 2025

15:00

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Stoke City

Stoke City

Sunday’s football game between Leeds United and Sheffield Wednesday will bring down the curtain on the Championship round 27. The Whites aim to build on a hard-fought FA Cup win over Harrogate and you should know that they are after their eleventh home win of the process. Both Joe Rodon and David James are pushing for recalls to the starting XI, while fit-again left-back J... Read More...

This match will be played on 18 January 2025 at 15:00

Sheffield United

Sheffield United

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

18 January 2025

15:00

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Norwich

Norwich

All eyes will be on Bramall Lane when Sheffield United and Norwich City square off against each other in the Championship derby. The Blades aim to climb to automatic promotion berth, but they will have to showcase their worth on the field. Gustavo Hamer should be fit for Saturday’s game despite limping off with injury in a 2-1 win over Watford, while important defender Jac... Read More...

This match will be played on 18 January 2025 at 15:00

Portsmouth

Portsmouth

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

18 January 2025

15:00

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Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough

Portsmouth will be aiming to recover from a 3-0 loss to Blackburn Rovers when they take on Middlesbrough in the Championship round 27. The Pompey are now on a three-game losing run in all competitions, but a triumph over Middlesbrough could see them escape the relegation zone. Home win, though, should not be considered as important forward Paddy Lane limped off with injury i... Read More...

This match will be played on 18 January 2025 at 15:00

Oxford United

Oxford United

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

18 January 2025

15:00

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Blackburn Rovers

Blackburn Rovers

Having shared the spoils with Plymouth in a postponed fixture, Oxford United will look to return to winning ways in the Championship when they face Blackburn Rovers on Matchday 27. The Yellows are undefeated in the previous five league matches and they must be high on confidence ahead of Saturday’s showdown. Sam Long picked up a knock in the midweek draw, with fellow defen... Read More...

This match will be played on 18 January 2025 at 15:00

Luton

Luton

Prediction:
0-1

Match Time & Date:

18 January 2025

15:00

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Preston

Preston

Luton Town will be aiming to put an end to their five-game losing run in all competitions when they welcome Preston to their Kenilworth Road on Matchday 27. The Hatters do not seem to be at their sharpest, but Saturday’s clash could turn their fortunes around in the Championship. However, home win should not be considered as both Zack Nelson and Lamine Fanne picked up inju... Read More...

This match will be played on 18 January 2025 at 15:00

Derby

Derby

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

18 January 2025

15:00

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Watford

Watford

Pride Park will be the centre of attention when Derby County and Watford lock horns in an eagerly-awaited Championship game. The Rams aim to put an end to their four-game losing run in all competitions, but Saturday’s clash will be anything but a walk in the park for Paul Warne’s troops. Warne mixed the squad in the FA Cup loss to Leyton, but the 51-year-old tactician is... Read More...

This match will be played on 18 January 2025 at 15:00

Coventry

Coventry

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

18 January 2025

15:00

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Bristol City

Bristol City

Coventry and Bristol City square off against each other at Coventry Building Society Arena in what is expected to be an interesting Championship encounter. The Sky Blues survived Sheffield Wednesday in the FA Cup round 3 and they are now on a quest to return to winning ways in the Championship. Frank Lampard’s men aim to revive their playoffs hopes and we are positive that... Read More...

This match will be played on 18 January 2025 at 15:00

Plymouth

Plymouth

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

18 January 2025

12:30

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QPR

QPR

Following a 1-1 draw with Oxford United, Plymouth will be aiming to move closer to the safe zone when they take on Queens Park Rangers in yet another home fixture. The Pilgrims have been producing fine performances in all competitions ever since new boss Miron Muslic took over the reins and his men are surely capable of matching the capital club at Home Park. There are no fr... Read More...

This match will be played on 18 January 2025 at 12:30

Millwall

Millwall

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

18 January 2025

12:30

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Hull City

Hull City

Saturday’s football game at the Den pits together Millwall and Hull City, the two teams that shared the spoils with Sheffield Wednesday and Leeds United respectively on Matchday 26. The Lions are on a four-game winless run in the Championship, but they faced no difficulties in the FA Cup triumph (3-0) over Dag & Red. January signing Aaron Connolly could make his Millwall d... Read More...

This match will be played on 18 January 2025 at 12:30

Cardiff

Cardiff

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

18 January 2025

12:30

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Swansea

Swansea

There will be fireworks when Cardiff City and Swansea City go head to head in the South Wales derby on Saturday. The Bluebirds are undefeated in the previous five matches in all competitions and they are surely capable of making life difficult for Swansea at their Cardiff City Stadium. All Aaron Ramsey, David Turnbull, and Isaak Davies continue to miss out with injuries, whi... Read More...

This match will be played on 18 January 2025 at 12:30

Burnley

Burnley

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

17 January 2025

20:00

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Sunderland

Sunderland

Burnley play host to Sunderland at their Turf Moor in the opening match of round 27. The Clarets survived Reading in the FA Cup round 3 and they are now on a quest to overtake Leeds United in top position in the Championship standings. Burnley have yet to suffer a loss at home this term, which is surely giving fans a reason for optimism ahead of Friday’s game. Former Man U... Read More...

This match will be played on 17 January 2025 at 20:00

Blackburn Rovers

Blackburn Rovers

Prediction:
3-1

Match Time & Date:

15 January 2025

19:45

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Portsmouth

Portsmouth

Blackburn Rovers and Portsmouth face each other at Ewood Park in what is expected to be an interesting Championship game. The Riversiders aim to build on the FA Cup win over Middlesbrough and they are seen as hot favourites to win Wednesday’s clash. All Yuki Ohashi, Lewis Travis, Hayden Carter, and Arnor Sigurdsson are out of contention with injuries, while duo Ryan Hedges... Read More...

This match will be played on 15 January 2025 at 19:45

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Bojan Jovanovic • Football expert
2 February 2026 • 13:39 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 RoversSheffield WednesdaySheffield Wednesday03/02/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 2-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Hull CityHull CityWatfordWatford03/02/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 1-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: No
  • Total SoT: Over 2.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
PortsmouthPortsmouthIpswichIpswich03/02/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 0-2
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Away Win
Sheffield UnitedSheffield UnitedOxford UnitedOxford United03/02/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 2-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
CharltonCharltonQPRQPR06/02/2026, 20:01
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
DerbyDerbyIpswichIpswich07/02/2026, 12:31
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
NorwichNorwichBlackburn RoversBlackburn Rovers07/02/2026, 12:31
  • Correct Score: 1-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: No
  • Total SoT: Over 2.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
SouthamptonSouthamptonWatfordWatford07/02/2026, 12:31
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Birmingham CityBirmingham CityLeicesterLeicester07/02/2026, 15:01
  • Correct Score: 1-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: No
  • Total SoT: Over 2.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
CoventryCoventryOxford UnitedOxford United07/02/2026, 15:01
  • Correct Score: 2-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Hull CityHull CityBristol CityBristol City07/02/2026, 15:01
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
PrestonPrestonPortsmouthPortsmouth07/02/2026, 15:01
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
West BromwichWest BromwichStoke CityStoke City07/02/2026, 15:01
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
WrexhamWrexhamMillwallMillwall07/02/2026, 15:01
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
SwanseaSwanseaSheffield WednesdaySheffield Wednesday08/02/2026, 12:01
  • Correct Score: 2-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Sheffield UnitedSheffield UnitedMiddlesbroughMiddlesbrough08/02/2026, 20:01
  • 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 1.19
Total (Combined) 2.59
34.8 min/Goal (918 Goals in 355 matches)
49% Clean Sheets (173 times out of 355 matches)
56% Both Teams Scored (202 times out of 355 matches)
Outcome (Full-Time Result) % of Matches
Home Win 43%
Draw 26%
Away Win 31%
Goals % of Matches Over
Over 0.5 94%
Over 1.5 75%
Over 2.5 51%
Over 3.5 24%
Over 4.5 10%
Goals % of Matches Under
Under 0.5 6%
Under 1.5 25%
Under 2.5 49%
Under 3.5 76%
Under 4.5 90%
Championship Match Stats (2025/2026)
Shots Per Match 25.21
Shots / Match (Home) 14.05
Shots / Match (Away) 11.17
Fouls Per Match 21.41
Fouls / Match (Home) 10.33
Fouls / Match (Away) 11.08
Offsides Per Match 3.88
Players Participated 818

Championship Regular Season

Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts Last 5
1 Coventry City 30 17 7 6 63 35 +28 58 LWWLL
2 Middlesbrough 30 17 7 6 47 29 +18 58 WWWWW
3 Hull City 29 16 5 8 48 40 +8 53 LWWWW
4 Ipswich Town 29 14 9 6 49 28 +21 51 WWWLD
5 Millwall 30 14 8 8 37 36 +1 50 WWLWD
6 Wrexham 30 12 11 7 44 37 +7 47 WLDWW
7 Derby County 30 12 9 9 44 37 +7 45 LWWDW
8 Preston North End 30 11 11 8 37 34 +3 44 WLLLD
9 Watford 29 11 10 8 39 35 +4 43 WLDDL
10 Bristol City 30 12 7 11 40 36 +4 43 LDLWL
11 Queens Park Rangers 30 12 7 11 42 43 -1 43 WDDLW
12 Stoke City 30 12 6 12 34 28 +6 42 WDLDL
13 Birmingham City 30 11 9 10 41 38 +3 42 WDWDW
14 Southampton 30 10 10 10 43 41 +2 40 LLWDW
15 Swansea City 30 11 6 13 34 37 -3 39 LDWLW
16 Leicester City 30 10 8 12 40 45 -5 38 WLDLL
17 Sheffield United 29 11 3 15 40 42 -2 36 WLLWD
18 Charlton Athletic 29 9 8 12 29 38 -9 35 DWLLW
19 Norwich City 30 9 6 15 37 42 -5 33 LWWWL
20 Portsmouth 28 8 9 11 27 37 -10 33 LWDDW
21 West Bromwich Albion 30 9 5 16 32 47 -15 32 LLLDL
22 Blackburn Rovers 29 7 8 14 26 38 -12 29 DLLDL
23 Oxford United 29 6 9 14 27 38 -11 27 LDDWL
24 Sheffield Wednesday 29 1 8 20 18 57 -39 11 LLLLL

Championship Results

Date Match
30/01/2026, 20:00 Bristol City 0 - 5 Derby County
31/01/2026, 12:30 Sheffield Wednesday 0 - 1 Wrexham
31/01/2026, 12:30 Stoke City 0 - 2 Southampton
31/01/2026, 12:30 Leicester City 0 - 2 Charlton Athletic
31/01/2026, 15:00 Middlesbrough 1 - 0 Norwich City
31/01/2026, 15:00 Ipswich Town 1 - 1 Preston North End
31/01/2026, 15:00 Oxford United 0 - 2 Birmingham City
31/01/2026, 15:00 Watford 0 - 2 Swansea City
31/01/2026, 15:00 Portsmouth 3 - 0 West Bromwich Albion
31/01/2026, 15:00 Queens Park Rangers 2 - 1 Coventry City
31/01/2026, 15:00 Blackburn Rovers 0 - 1 Hull City
31/01/2026, 15:00 Millwall 1 - 1 Sheffield United

Championship Fixtures

Date Match
06/02/2026, 20:01 Charlton Athletic - Queens Park Rangers
07/02/2026, 12:31 Norwich City - Blackburn Rovers
07/02/2026, 12:31 Southampton - Watford
07/02/2026, 12:31 Derby County - Ipswich Town
07/02/2026, 15:01 Coventry City - Oxford United
07/02/2026, 15:01 Hull City - Bristol City
07/02/2026, 15:01 West Bromwich Albion - Stoke City
07/02/2026, 15:01 Birmingham City - Leicester City
07/02/2026, 15:01 Wrexham - Millwall
07/02/2026, 15:01 Preston North End - Portsmouth
08/02/2026, 12:01 Swansea City - Sheffield Wednesday
09/02/2026, 20:01 Sheffield United - Middlesbrough

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