Championship Predictions

QPR

QPR

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

1 January 2025

12:30

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Watford

Watford

Following a 1-1 draw with Norwich City, Queens Park Rangers will be aiming to return to winning ways when they take on Watford in the Championship round 25. The Hoops were on the verge of beating the Canaries at Carrow Road, but Marcelino Nunez’s late goal eventually spoiled their party. Denmark forward Lucas Andersen is rated doubtful for Wednesday’s clash after limping... Read More...

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

Plymouth

Plymouth

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

1 January 2025

12:30

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Bristol City

Bristol City

Plymouth will try to put an end to their dreadful nine-game winless run in the Championship when they face Bristol City on Matchday 25. The Pilgrims have been struggling under Wayne Rooney this season and, as a result, the former Manchester United ace is on the verge of losing his job. Plymouth are desperate to bounce back from a 2-0 loss to Oxford United, but they will have... Read More...

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

Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough

Prediction:
0-1

Match Time & Date:

29 December 2024

20:00

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Burnley

Burnley

Sunday’s football game between Middlesbrough and Burnley will bring down the curtain on day 24 of the new Championship campaign. The Boro dropped a three-goal advantage in a 3-3 draw with Sheffield Wednesday and, no doubt, they are eager to return to winning ways as soon as possible. Defender Rav van den Berg misses out through suspension, while both Solomon Brynn (goalkee... Read More...

This match will be played on 29 December 2024 at 20:00

Derby

Derby

Prediction:
0-2

Match Time & Date:

29 December 2024

17:45

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Leeds United

Leeds United

Derby County will be aiming to build on a 2-1 win over WBA when they take on Leeds United in the Championship round 24. The Rams quickly bounced back from a 2-1 loss to Luton Town and, no doubt, the Boxing Day win gave them a confidence boost. Jerry Yates is widely expected to lead the line for the hosts after putting an end to his dreadful goalless run, while Namibia defend... Read More...

This match will be played on 29 December 2024 at 17:45

Watford

Watford

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

29 December 2024

15:00

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Cardiff

Cardiff

Watford play host to Cardiff City at their Vicarage Road on day 24 of the new Championship campaign. The Hornets showed character in the Boxing Day clash, with talented midfielder Rocco Vata scoring a late goal to help the team beat Portsmouth at home. Watford aim to give fans yet another reason to celebrate, but they will have to do it without Germany forward Kwadwo Baah, w... Read More...

This match will be played on 29 December 2024 at 15:00

Swansea

Swansea

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

29 December 2024

15:00

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Luton

Luton

Swansea City and Luton Town lock horns at Swansea.com Stadium in what is expected to be a close Championship encounter. The Swans aim to build on a thrilling 3-0 win over QPR, but Sunday’s clash will be anything but a walk in the park for the home side. The opposition back-line should have Liam Cullen at bay as the in-form attacker scored a brace in the Boxing Day triumph,... Read More...

This match will be played on 29 December 2024 at 15:00

Stoke City

Stoke City

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

29 December 2024

15:00

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Sunderland

Sunderland

Stoke City will be aiming to make amends for a 2-0 loss to Leeds United when they face Sunderland on Sunday afternoon. The Potters do not seem to be at their sharpest in the year finale, losing five of their last six games and, as a result, the bookies see them as big underdogs in this clash. Defender Michael Rose should be recalled to the starting XI, while midfielder Ben P... Read More...

This match will be played on 29 December 2024 at 15:00

Oxford United

Oxford United

Prediction:
3-2

Match Time & Date:

29 December 2024

15:00

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Plymouth

Plymouth

All eyes will be on Kassam Stadium when Oxford United and Plymouth square off against each other in the relegation six-pointer on Sunday afternoon. The Yellows desperately needed a win against Cardiff City and they managed to get one, with the team regaining a much-needed confidence. With no fresh injury worries to report, Gary Rowett is unlikely to make changes to the team ... Read More...

This match will be played on 29 December 2024 at 15:00

Coventry

Coventry

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

29 December 2024

15:00

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Millwall

Millwall

After rolling over Plymouth 4-0 on Boxing Day, Coventry City will look to give fans yet another reason to celebrate when they take on Millwall in the Championship round 24. The Sky Blues aim to revive their playoffs hopes and we are positive that they will go all guns blazing at the Lions. Josh Eccles should keep his place in the starting XI after scoring a brace and recordi... Read More...

This match will be played on 29 December 2024 at 15:00

Bristol City

Bristol City

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

29 December 2024

15:00

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Portsmouth

Portsmouth

Bristol City will look to build on their Boxing Day win over Luton Town as they host Portsmouth at Ashton Gate in round 24 of the Championship. The Robins proved their worth in their last league match, and they will be keen to maintain that momentum in front of their home fans. Nigel Pearson’s side has proven to be a tough nut to crack at home, and their recent form is sur... Read More...

This match will be played on 29 December 2024 at 15:00

Blackburn Rovers

Blackburn Rovers

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

29 December 2024

15:00

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Hull City

Hull City

Blackburn Rovers will be aiming to stay in the playoffs berth when they take on Hull City at their Ewood Park on Matchday 24. The Riversiders want to finish 2024 in style and you should know that they are after their eighth home win of the process. Both Gilsenan and Wharton remain in the recovery room, while Sunday’s game comes too early for Iceland international Arnor Sig... Read More...

This match will be played on 29 December 2024 at 15:00

Sheffield United

Sheffield United

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

29 December 2024

12:30

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West Bromwich

West Bromwich

Sparkles will be flying when Sheffield United and West Bromwich Albion go head to head at Bramall Lane in an eagerly-awaited Championship game. The Blades aim to recover from a heart-breaking loss to Burnley and they are seen as favourites to beat the Baggies at home ground. The likes of Seriki, Sachdev, Campbell, and Arblaster remain in the recovery room, while midfielder T... Read More...

This match will be played on 29 December 2024 at 12:30

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Bojan Jovanovic • Football expert
6 April 2026 • 10:55 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
WrexhamWrexhamSouthamptonSouthampton07/04/2026, 20:00
  • Correct Score: 2-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Draw
West BromwichWest BromwichMillwallMillwall10/04/2026, 20:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
CoventryCoventrySheffield WednesdaySheffield Wednesday11/04/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 3-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
NorwichNorwichIpswichIpswich11/04/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
QPRQPRBristol CityBristol City11/04/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
CharltonCharltonPrestonPreston11/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
LeicesterLeicesterSwanseaSwansea11/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
MIddlesbroughMIddlesbroughPortsmouthPortsmouth11/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Oxford UnitedOxford UnitedWatfordWatford11/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
Sheffield UnitedSheffield UnitedHull CityHull City11/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
SouthamptonSouthamptonDerbyDerby11/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Stoke CityStoke CityBlackburn RoversBlackburn Rovers11/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
Birmingham CityBirmingham CityWrexhamWrexham12/04/2026, 12:00
  • 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 1.19
Total (Combined) 2.58
34.9 min/Goal (1262 Goals in 489 matches)
50% Clean Sheets (243 times out of 489 matches)
56% Both Teams Scored (276 times out of 489 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 24%
Over 4.5 9%
Goals % of Matches Under
Under 0.5 6%
Under 1.5 24%
Under 2.5 50%
Under 3.5 76%
Under 4.5 91%
Championship Match Stats (2025/2026)
Shots Per Match 25.12
Shots / Match (Home) 14.03
Shots / Match (Away) 11.09
Fouls Per Match 21.44
Fouls / Match (Home) 10.35
Fouls / Match (Away) 11.09
Offsides Per Match 3.81
Players Participated 881

Championship Regular Season

Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts Last 5
1 Coventry City 41 25 9 7 84 42 +42 84 WLWWD
2 Ipswich Town 39 20 12 7 69 40 +29 72 DDWDW
3 Middlesbrough 41 20 12 9 62 41 +21 72 LDDLD
4 Millwall 41 21 9 11 56 47 +9 72 WLDWL
5 Hull City 41 20 8 13 63 58 +5 68 WLWDD
6 Wrexham 40 17 13 10 62 53 +9 64 LWLWD
7 Southampton 39 17 12 10 63 48 +15 63 WDWWW
8 Derby County 41 18 9 14 60 51 +9 63 LWWLW
9 Norwich City 41 17 7 17 55 48 +7 58 WLWDW
10 Watford 41 14 15 12 52 49 +3 57 LWDLD
11 Bristol City 41 16 9 16 52 51 +1 57 LDLWW
12 Queens Park Rangers 41 16 9 16 58 63 -5 57 LWWWD
13 Stoke City 41 15 9 17 48 45 +3 54 DWLWL
14 Preston North End 41 13 15 13 48 52 -4 54 LLWDD
15 Swansea City 41 15 9 17 49 54 -5 54 WLLDD
16 Birmingham City 41 14 11 16 49 52 -3 53 WDLLL
17 Sheffield United 41 15 6 20 57 58 -1 51 LDLDL
18 Charlton Athletic 41 12 13 16 38 49 -11 49 WDLLD
19 Leicester City 41 11 14 16 54 63 -9 47 WLDDD
20 Blackburn Rovers 41 12 11 18 37 49 -12 47 LWDWD
21 West Bromwich Albion 41 11 12 18 42 56 -14 45 DWWDD
22 Portsmouth 40 10 12 18 40 57 -17 42 LLLDD
23 Oxford United 41 9 14 18 39 54 -15 41 WDLDD
24 Sheffield Wednesday 41 1 10 30 25 82 -57 13 DLLLD

Championship Results

Date Match
20/03/2026, 20:00 Preston North End 3 - 1 Stoke City
21/03/2026, 12:30 Blackburn Rovers 0 - 0 Middlesbrough
21/03/2026, 12:30 Derby County 1 - 0 Birmingham City
21/03/2026, 12:30 Ipswich Town 1 - 1 Millwall
21/03/2026, 15:00 Bristol City 0 - 1 West Bromwich Albion
21/03/2026, 15:00 Hull City 3 - 1 Sheffield Wednesday
21/03/2026, 15:00 Sheffield United 1 - 2 Wrexham
21/03/2026, 15:00 Southampton 2 - 0 Oxford United
21/03/2026, 15:00 Watford 0 - 0 Leicester City
21/03/2026, 15:00 Charlton Athletic 0 - 1 Norwich City
21/03/2026, 15:00 Queens Park Rangers 6 - 1 Portsmouth
21/03/2026, 17:15 Swansea City 0 - 3 Coventry City

Championship Fixtures

Date Match
03/04/2026, 11:30 Middlesbrough 1 - 2 Millwall
03/04/2026, 14:00 Charlton Athletic 1 - 2 Bristol City
03/04/2026, 14:00 Norwich City 1 - 1 Portsmouth
03/04/2026, 14:00 Queens Park Rangers 2 - 1 Watford
03/04/2026, 14:00 Sheffield United 3 - 3 Swansea City
03/04/2026, 14:00 Oxford United 1 - 1 Hull City
03/04/2026, 14:00 Birmingham City 0 - 1 Blackburn Rovers
03/04/2026, 14:00 Leicester City 2 - 2 Preston North End
03/04/2026, 14:00 West Bromwich Albion 2 - 2 Wrexham
03/04/2026, 14:00 Stoke City 2 - 0 Sheffield Wednesday
03/04/2026, 19:00 Coventry City 3 - 2 Derby County
28/04/2026, 18:45 Southampton - Ipswich Town

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