Championship Predictions

Leeds United

Leeds United

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

18 October 2024

20:00

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Sheffield United

Sheffield United

Leeds United take on Sheffield United at Elland Road in the opening match of round 10. The Whites shared the spoils with Sunderland before the international break, but they are still seen as favourites to beat Sheffield United on home soil. Both Ilia Gruev and Ethan Ampadu remain in the recovery room, but wingers Daniel James and Manor Salomon should be fit to face the Blade... Read More...

This match will be played on 18 October 2024 at 20:00

Bristol City

Bristol City

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

6 October 2024

15:00

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Cardiff

Cardiff

Bristol City will look to return to winning ways in the Championship when they face Cardiff City at Ashton Gate. The Robins were frustrated in their recent goalless draw with Sheffield Wednesday as they failed to break the deadlock, but they are still seen as favourites to win Sunday's clash. Despite that, they’ve been solid at home and will be keen to take advantage of Ca... Read More...

This match will be played on 6 October 2024 at 15:00

West Bromwich

West Bromwich

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

5 October 2024

15:00

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Millwall

Millwall

Expect an electrifying atmosphere at the Hawthorns when West Bromwich Albion and Millwall square off against each other in an eagerly-awaited Championship game. The Baggies suffered a dip in form, losing to both Sheffield Wednesday and Middlesbrough in the last two league games, but they are still seen as favourites to win Saturday’s encounter. USA forward Daryl Dike shoul... Read More...

This match will be played on 5 October 2024 at 15:00

Watford

Watford

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

5 October 2024

15:00

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Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough

Following a heavy 3-0 loss to Preston, Watford will be aiming to record their sixth win at home in all competitions when they face Middlesbrough in the Championship round 9. The Hornets defeated promotion hopefuls Sunderland in their last game at Vicarage Road, which is surely fuelling fans with optimism ahead of Saturday’s encounter. Fit-again defender Ryan Andrews is pus... Read More...

This match will be played on 5 October 2024 at 15:00

Swansea

Swansea

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

5 October 2024

15:00

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Stoke City

Stoke City

Swansea City host Stoke City in what is expected to be a close Championship encounter at the Swansea.com Stadium. Despite Stoke's impressive 6-1 crushing of Portsmouth at home in midweek, the Potters have struggled to find the back of the net on the travels this term. Their away form has been a concern, and they may find it difficult to break the deadlock in Saturday's clash... Read More...

This match will be played on 5 October 2024 at 15:00

Plymouth

Plymouth

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

5 October 2024

15:00

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Blackburn Rovers

Blackburn Rovers

Plymouth will try to recover from a 1-0 loss to Burnley when they take on Blackburn Rovers on Matchday 9. The Pilgrims have been struggling on the road this term, but they did well to beat both Sunderland and Luton in the last two home games. Defender Bali Mumba is widely expected to return to the starting XI, while both Conor Hazard (goalkeeper) and Muhamed Tijani (forward)... Read More...

This match will be played on 5 October 2024 at 15:00

Derby

Derby

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

5 October 2024

15:00

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QPR

QPR

Derby County will be aiming to put an end to their three-game losing run when they welcome Queens Park Rangers to their Pride Park in the Championship round 9. The Rams suffered a dip in form and given their difficulties at the back, home win should not be considered. On-loan defender Nat Phillips should be fit for Saturday’s clash, while all Tom Barkhuizen, Liam Thompson,... Read More...

This match will be played on 5 October 2024 at 15:00

Coventry

Coventry

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

5 October 2024

15:00

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Sheffield Wednesday

Sheffield Wednesday

Coventry City play host to Sheffield Wednesday at their Coventry Building Society Arena in what is expected to be an interesting Championship game. The Sky Blues desperately needed a win against Blackburn Rovers and they managed to get one, with the team putting an end to their three-game losing run in all competitions and, no doubt, the triumph gave them a confidence boost.... Read More...

This match will be played on 5 October 2024 at 15:00

Portsmouth

Portsmouth

Prediction:
2-2

Match Time & Date:

5 October 2024

12:30

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Oxford United

Oxford United

Portsmouth and Oxford United square off against each other at Fratton Park in what is expected to be a close Championship game. The Pompey do not seem to be competitive at this level and they must be low on confidence following a massive 6-1 defeat to Stoke City. All Kamara, Saydee, and Silvera are pushing for a start, while important player Colby Bishop is out with heart pr... Read More...

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

Norwich

Norwich

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

5 October 2024

12:30

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Hull City

Hull City

Carrow Road will be the centre of attention when Norwich City and Hull City square off against each other in a highly-anticipated Championship game. The Canaries have been flying high of late, with the team beating both Watford and Derby County, while sharing the spoils with promotion hopefuls Leeds United and they are surely capable of matching the Tigers on home soil. Jose... Read More...

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

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

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Bojan Jovanovic • Football expert
2 April 2026 • 18:45 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
PortsmouthPortsmouthOxford UnitedOxford United06/04/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
MillwallMillwallNorwichNorwich06/04/2026, 13:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Blackburn RoversBlackburn RoversWest BromwichWest Bromwich06/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
Bristol CityBristol CitySheffield UnitedSheffield United06/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
DerbyDerbyStoke CityStoke City06/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
IpswichIpswichBirmingham CityBirmingham City06/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
PrestonPrestonQPRQPR06/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
Sheffield WednesdaySheffield WednesdayLeicesterLeicester06/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 0-1
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: No
  • Total SoT: Over 2.5
  • Match Result: Away Win
WatfordWatfordCharltonCharlton06/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Draw
SwanseaSwanseaMiddlesbroughMiddlesbrough06/04/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
WrexhamWrexhamSouthamptonSouthampton07/04/2026, 20:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
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 1.2
Total (Combined) 2.59
34.7 min/Goal (1239 Goals in 478 matches)
50% Clean Sheets (237 times out of 478 matches)
56% Both Teams Scored (269 times out of 478 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 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 25.09
Shots / Match (Home) 14.07
Shots / Match (Away) 11.03
Fouls Per Match 21.44
Fouls / Match (Home) 10.36
Fouls / Match (Away) 11.08
Offsides Per Match 3.81
Players Participated 879

Championship Regular Season

Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts Last 5
1 Coventry City 40 25 8 7 84 42 +42 83 WWLWW
2 Millwall 40 21 9 10 55 45 +10 72 WWLDW
3 Middlesbrough 40 20 11 9 60 39 +21 71 WLDDL
4 Ipswich Town 38 19 12 7 67 39 +28 69 WDDWD
5 Hull City 40 20 7 13 63 58 +5 67 LWLWD
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 40 17 9 14 58 51 +7 60 WLWWL
9 Watford 40 14 14 12 51 48 +3 56 DLWDL
10 Queens Park Rangers 40 16 8 16 57 62 -5 56 LLWWW
11 Norwich City 40 16 7 17 53 47 +6 55 WWLWD
12 Stoke City 40 15 9 16 48 43 +5 54 LDWLW
13 Bristol City 40 15 9 16 51 51 0 54 LLDLW
14 Birmingham City 40 14 11 15 48 50 -2 53 LWDLL
15 Preston North End 40 13 14 13 47 51 -4 53 LLLWD
16 Swansea City 40 15 8 17 47 52 -5 53 WWLLD
17 Sheffield United 40 15 6 19 57 57 0 51 DLDLD
18 Charlton Athletic 40 12 12 16 37 48 -11 48 WWDLL
19 Leicester City 40 11 13 16 53 62 -9 46 DWLDD
20 Blackburn Rovers 40 12 10 18 37 49 -12 46 DLWDW
21 West Bromwich Albion 40 11 11 18 42 56 -14 44 DDWWD
22 Portsmouth 39 10 11 18 38 55 -17 41 DLLLD
23 Oxford United 40 9 13 18 37 52 -15 40 WWDLD
24 Sheffield Wednesday 40 1 9 30 24 81 -57 12 LDLLL

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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