Championship Predictions

Burnley

Burnley

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

5 October 2024

12:30

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Preston

Preston

Buoyed by a hard-fought 1-0 win over Plymouth, Burnley will be aiming to give fans yet another reason to celebrate when they face Preston on Matchday 9. The Clarets are seen as one of the main favourites for promotion, but they head into Saturday’s game with a severely-weakened squad. All Beyer, Delcroix, Ekdal, Manuel Hedilazio, Ramsey, Redmond, and Tresor Ndayishimiye ar... Read More...

This match will be played on 5 October 2024 at 12:30

Sunderland

Sunderland

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

4 October 2024

20:00

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Leeds United

Leeds United

All eyes will be on Stadium of Light when Sunderland and Leeds United square off against each other in the round 9 opener. The Black Cats have been struggling on the travels of late, but, on the other hand, they have recorded a win in each of their four home fixtures this term. Ian Poveda has joined Niall Huggins, Aji Alese, and Jenson Seelt in the recovery room.

The... Read More...

This match will be played on 4 October 2024 at 20:00

Bristol City

Bristol City

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

2 October 2024

20:00

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Sheffield Wednesday

Sheffield Wednesday

Ashton Gate Stadium will host Wednesday’s Championship game between Bristol City and Sheffield Wednesday, the two mid-table sides. The Robins have been having their ups and downs of late, losing to Blackburn Rovers, beating Oxford United, while sharing the spoils with Swansea City. Bristol City are eager to start a new winning run in the Championship, but they will have to... Read More...

This match will be played on 2 October 2024 at 20:00

Stoke City

Stoke City

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

2 October 2024

19:45

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Portsmouth

Portsmouth

Stoke City will be eager to put an end to their disappointing three-game losing run as they welcome Portsmouth to the Bet365 Stadium. The Potters have struggled in recent weeks but will see the midweek fixture as an ideal chance to regain some confidence. Million Manhoef is a major doubt for the hosts after limping off in their 2-0 defeat to Middlesbrough, but Alex Neil’s ... Read More...

This match will be played on 2 October 2024 at 19:45

Sheffield United

Sheffield United

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

2 October 2024

19:45

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Swansea

Swansea

After sharing the spoils with Portsmouth at Fratton Park, Sheffield United will be aiming to return to winning ways when they take on Swansea City on Wednesday evening. The Blades are eyeing a quick return to the Premier League, but they need to keep on improving their game if they are to meet the goal. Both Oliver Arblaster and Jack Robinson are sidelined with injuries, but... Read More...

This match will be played on 2 October 2024 at 19:45

Preston

Preston

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

2 October 2024

19:45

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Watford

Watford

Following a 3-1 loss to Millwall, Preston will be aiming to return to winning ways in the Championship when they face Watford on Matchday 8. The Lilywhites are eager to escape the danger zone and we are positive that they will adopt an attack-minded approach in Wednesday’s clash. There are no fresh injury worries in the home team ahead of the visit of Watford.

Mean... Read More...

This match will be played on 2 October 2024 at 19:45

West Bromwich

West Bromwich

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

1 October 2024

20:00

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Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough

WBA will look to make amends for a 3-2 loss to Sheffield Wednesday when they take on Middlesbrough in the Championship round 8. The Baggies are eyeing their third consecutive win at home ground, but they face a difficult task against the fellow promotion candidates. Jason Molumby and Daryl Dike remain in the recovery room, but they should be the only absentees in the home te... Read More...

This match will be played on 1 October 2024 at 20:00

Sunderland

Sunderland

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

1 October 2024

19:45

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Derby

Derby

Expect an electrifying atmosphere at Stadium of Light on Tuesday evening as Sunderland take on Derby County in the Championship round 8. The Black Cats are still seen as one of the main candidates for promotion, but they will have to improve their game if they are to secure a top-two finish. As there are no fresh injury worries in Regis Le Bris’ team, home win should be co... Read More...

This match will be played on 1 October 2024 at 19:45

QPR

QPR

Prediction:
0-2

Match Time & Date:

1 October 2024

19:45

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Hull City

Hull City

Queens Park Rangers will look to make amends for a disappointing 2-0 defeat to Blackburn, which highlighted their dip in form. With Jonathan Varane sidelined through suspension, the Hoops will need to reshape their defence, adding pressure on the rest of the squad to step up. Their recent struggles have left fans worried, especially ahead of a difficult clash with Hull City.... Read More...

This match will be played on 1 October 2024 at 19:45

Norwich

Norwich

Prediction:
2-2

Match Time & Date:

1 October 2024

19:45

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Leeds United

Leeds United

There will be fireworkd when Norwich City and Leeds United square off against each other in the Championship derby on Matchday 8. The Canaries have been showing signs of improvement of late and they must be high on confidence following back-to-back wins over Watford and Derby County. A man to watch in the home team will be Borja Sainz, who scored a hat-trick at the weekend, ... Read More...

This match will be played on 1 October 2024 at 19:45

Luton

Luton

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

1 October 2024

19:45

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Oxford United

Oxford United

Luton Town will look to recover from a 3-1 loss to Plymouth when they welcome Oxford United to their Kenilworth Road on Tuesday evening. The Hatters defeated Sheffield Wednesday 2-1 in their last home game, which is surely fuelling fans with optimism ahead of upcoming challenges. Both Teden Mengi and Mads Andersen are out of contention after the duo limped off with injuries ... Read More...

This match will be played on 1 October 2024 at 19:45

Coventry

Coventry

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

1 October 2024

19:45

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Blackburn Rovers

Blackburn Rovers

Coventry Building Society Arena will be the centre of attention when Coventry City and Blackburn Rovers square off against each other in the Championship round 8. The Sky Blues are eager to put an end to their five-game winless run in all competitions and we are positive that they will leave their hearts on the field. Jack Rudoni is a major doubt after limping off with injur... Read More...

This match will be played on 1 October 2024 at 19:45

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Bojan Jovanovic • Football expert
12 March 2026 • 19:30 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
PortsmouthPortsmouthDerbyDerby16/03/2026, 20:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
WatfordWatfordWrexhamWrexham17/03/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
SouthamptonSouthamptonNorwichNorwich18/03/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
PrestonPrestonStoke CityStoke City20/03/2026, 20:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
Blackburn RoversBlackburn RoversMiddlesbroughMiddlesbrough21/03/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
DerbyDerbyBirmingham CityBirmingham City21/03/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
IpswichIpswichMillwallMillwall21/03/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Bristol CityBristol CityWest BromwichWest Bromwich21/03/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
CharltonCharltonNorwichNorwich21/03/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Draw
Hull CityHull CitySheffield WednesdaySheffield Wednesday21/03/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
QPRQPRPortsmouthPortsmouth21/03/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
Sheffield UnitedSheffield UnitedWrexhamWrexham21/03/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
SouthamptonSouthamptonOxford UnitedOxford United21/03/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 3-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
WatfordWatfordLeicesterLeicester21/03/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
SwanseaSwanseaCoventryCoventry21/03/2026, 17:15
  • Correct Score: 2-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • 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 1.38
Away Teams 1.2
Total (Combined) 2.59
34.8 min/Goal (1143 Goals in 442 matches)
50% Clean Sheets (221 times out of 442 matches)
56% Both Teams Scored (247 times out of 442 matches)
Outcome (Full-Time Result) % of Matches
Home Win 43%
Draw 25%
Away Win 32%
Goals % of Matches Over
Over 0.5 94%
Over 1.5 76%
Over 2.5 50%
Over 3.5 24%
Over 4.5 10%
Goals % of Matches Under
Under 0.5 6%
Under 1.5 24%
Under 2.5 50%
Under 3.5 76%
Under 4.5 90%
Championship Match Stats (2025/2026)
Shots Per Match 25.07
Shots / Match (Home) 14.07
Shots / Match (Away) 11
Fouls Per Match 21.37
Fouls / Match (Home) 10.28
Fouls / Match (Away) 11.1
Offsides Per Match 3.87
Players Participated 873

Championship Regular Season

Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts Last 5
1 Coventry City 37 23 8 6 77 38 +39 77 WWWWW
2 Middlesbrough 37 20 9 8 58 36 +22 69 DDWWL
3 Millwall 37 20 8 9 51 41 +10 68 LWWWW
4 Ipswich Town 36 18 11 7 64 38 +26 65 WWWDD
5 Hull City 37 19 6 12 59 53 +6 63 WWLLW
6 Wrexham 37 16 12 9 57 47 +10 60 WWWLW
7 Southampton 36 14 12 10 58 47 +11 54 WDWWD
8 Derby County 37 15 9 13 54 48 +6 54 LLWWL
9 Watford 36 13 13 10 46 42 +4 52 DWLWD
10 Birmingham City 37 14 10 13 47 47 0 52 WLLLW
11 Swansea City 38 15 7 16 44 46 -2 52 DLWWL
12 Bristol City 37 14 8 15 48 48 0 50 LWLLL
13 Sheffield United 37 15 4 18 52 51 +1 49 WLWDL
14 Preston North End 37 12 13 12 42 46 -4 49 LDLLL
15 Norwich City 36 14 6 16 49 45 +4 48 WLWWW
16 Stoke City 37 13 9 15 42 39 +3 48 DWLLD
17 Charlton Athletic 37 12 11 14 35 44 -9 47 DDLWW
18 Queens Park Rangers 37 13 8 16 46 59 -13 47 WLLLL
19 Leicester City 37 11 11 15 50 57 -7 44 DDLDW
20 Portsmouth 36 10 10 16 36 47 -11 40 WLLDL
21 Blackburn Rovers 37 10 9 18 34 48 -14 39 WLLDL
22 Oxford United 37 9 11 17 35 48 -13 38 DLWWW
23 West Bromwich Albion 37 9 10 18 36 54 -18 37 LDLDD
24 Sheffield Wednesday 37 1 9 27 23 74 -51 12 LLLLD

Championship Results

Date Match
10/03/2026, 19:45 Portsmouth 1 - 2 Swansea City
10/03/2026, 19:45 Leicester City 2 - 0 Bristol City
10/03/2026, 19:45 Millwall 1 - 0 Derby County
10/03/2026, 19:45 Sheffield Wednesday 1 - 1 Watford
10/03/2026, 19:45 Wrexham 1 - 2 Hull City
10/03/2026, 20:00 Stoke City 3 - 3 Ipswich Town
11/03/2026, 19:45 Norwich City 2 - 1 Sheffield United
11/03/2026, 19:45 Oxford United 1 - 0 Blackburn Rovers
11/03/2026, 19:45 West Bromwich Albion 1 - 1 Southampton
11/03/2026, 19:45 Middlesbrough 0 - 1 Charlton Athletic
11/03/2026, 19:45 Birmingham City 1 - 0 Queens Park Rangers
11/03/2026, 20:00 Coventry City 3 - 0 Preston North End

Championship Fixtures

Date Match
13/03/2026, 20:00 Wrexham 2 - 0 Swansea City
14/03/2026, 12:30 Oxford United - Charlton Athletic
14/03/2026, 12:30 Coventry City - Southampton
14/03/2026, 12:30 Middlesbrough - Bristol City
14/03/2026, 15:00 Sheffield Wednesday - Ipswich Town
14/03/2026, 15:00 Norwich City - Preston North End
14/03/2026, 15:00 Birmingham City - Sheffield United
14/03/2026, 15:00 Leicester City - Queens Park Rangers
14/03/2026, 15:00 Stoke City - Watford
14/03/2026, 15:00 West Bromwich Albion - Hull City
14/03/2026, 15:00 Millwall - Blackburn Rovers
16/03/2026, 20:00 Portsmouth - Derby County

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