Stoke City
Swansea
Stoke City will be looking to build on a 2-0 EFL Cup victory over Oldham as they begin what they hope will be an improved 2026-27 campaign. Big-money summer signing Ethan Galbraith is expected to make his Championship debut and could provide an important boost in midfield. The Potters have struggled for consistency recently, winning just 30% of their last 10 matches, while a ... Read More...
This match will be played on 15 August 2026 at 15:00
Portsmouth
QPR
After suffering a 3-1 loss to West Ham in their EFL Cup round 1, Portsmouth will look to get back on course when they welcome QPR in their Championship opener. The Pompey have strengthened their squad with permanent deals for Calum Ward, Dennis Cirkin, Tariq Lamptey and Boy Kemper, while their recent home form offers encouragement. Portsmouth have won 50% of their last 10 ho ... Read More...
This match will be played on 15 August 2026 at 15:00
Norwich
West Brom
Norwich City and West Bromwich Albion lock horns in one of the standout derby games of Championship round one, with both sides coming into the contest on the back of impressive cup victories. The Canaries will be looking to build on a convincing 4-1 win over MK Dons in the EFL Cup and are likely to stick to their attacking approach. Mohamed Toure should retain his place afte ... Read More...
This match will be played on 15 August 2026 at 15:00
Middlesbrough
Lincoln
Buoyed by a narrow 1-0 EFL Cup victory over Wrexham, Middlesbrough will look to give fans yet another reason to celebrate when they face Lincoln in their Championship opener. Big-money summer signing Will Lankshear will be the man to watch after scoring the decisive goal against Wrexham, and the striker will be hoping to make another impact. Boro have won 30% of their last 1 ... Read More...
This match will be played on 15 August 2026 at 15:00
Charlton
Derby
Charlton Athletic will be aiming to make a winning start to their Championship campaign after opening the season with a 3-1 victory over Cheltenham in the EFL Cup. Matthew Godden is expected to continue leading the line after finding the net in that success. However, the Addicks have struggled for consistency, winning just 20% of their last 10 matches in all competitions. Th ... Read More...
This match will be played on 15 August 2026 at 15:00
Bristol City
Millwall
Bristol City will be looking to bounce back from a 1-0 EFL Cup defeat to Walsall when they welcome Millwall in their Championship opener. The Robins have generally been competitive in recent months, winning four of their last 10 matches, while their home record shows a 50% win rate during that period. Summer signing Dominic Ballard is expected to make his full Championship d ... Read More...
This match will be played on 15 August 2026 at 15:00
Bolton
Preston
Bolton will be looking to bounce back from a disappointing 1-0 EFL Cup defeat to Sheffield Wednesday when they take on Preston in their Championship opener. The newcomers have generally been in good form, winning four of their last 10 matches, while their home record is particularly encouraging, with a 50% win rate and an impressive 2.50 goals scored per game. Xavier Simons ... Read More...
This match will be played on 15 August 2026 at 12:30
Wolves
Blackburn
Wolves and Blackburn Rovers face each other in the Championship round 1 at Molineux, with both sides looking to start the new campaign on a positive note. Wolves have been in encouraging form lately, defeating Port Vale 3-0 in the EFL Cup and extending their winning run to three matches including preseason friendlies. Rafiki Said is expected to make his debut, while experien ... Read More...
This match will be played on 14 August 2026 at 20:00
Hull City
Middlesbrough
All eyes will be on Wembley Stadium when Hull City and Middlesbrough clash in the Championship playoff final, a high-stakes showdown that promises drama and excitement. As both sides are capable of scoring, we predict a thrilling 2-2 draw. Hull City earned their place in the final by overcoming Millwall in the two-legged tie, showcasing resilience and attacking intent. Howev ... Read More...
This match will be played on 23 May 2026 at 16:30
Southampton
Middlesbrough
St Mary’s Stadium will be the centre of attention when Southampton and Middlesbrough lock horns in the Championship play-off semi-final second leg, with everything still level after a goalless draw in the first meeting. As Southampton have turned their stadium into a real fortress, our prediction points toward a 2-1 home win. The Saints are in strong form, unbeaten in thei ... Read More...
This match will be played on 12 May 2026 at 20:00
Millwall
Hull City
Millwall and Hull City head into the decisive second leg of their Championship playoff semi-final with everything still to play for after a tense 0-0 draw in the first meeting. As Millwall have turned the Den into a real fortress, we predict a 1-0 home win. The Lions feel slightly more confident at home, where they have won 50% of their last home matches and average 1.50 goa ... Read More...
This match will be played on 11 May 2026 at 20:00
MIddlesbrough
Southampton
Riverside Stadium will host the Championship playoff clash between Middlesbrough and Southampton in what promises to be an intense encounter, with 1-2 our predicted out ome. Middlesbrough’s recent form has been inconsistent, with a points per game of 1.10 over their last 10 matches, and they struggle offensively away, scoring just 1.50 goals on average. Their defense conce ... Read More...
This match will be played on 9 May 2026 at 12:30
