Championship Predictions

Watford

Watford

Prediction:
0-2

Match Time & Date:

20 April 2024

15:00

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Hull City

Hull City

Hull City will be aiming to keep their playoffs hopes alive when they take on Watford at Vicarage Road on Saturday afternoon. The Tigers are six points behind the playoffs berth and with one game in hand, meaning that this has to go down as a must-win game for the away side. As Liam Rosenior has a full squad to choose from, home win should definitely be considered.

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This match will be played on 20 April 2024 at 15:00

Sunderland

Sunderland

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

20 April 2024

15:00

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Millwall

Millwall

Sunderland play host to Millwall at their Stadium of Light in the Championship round 44. The Black Cats are firmly lodged in the league's mid-table quagmire and, no doubt, the lack of motivation could prove to be the team’s biggest problem in the season finale. Anyhow, the hosts will be with guards down in Saturday’s encounter. The likes of Niall Huggins, Dennis Cirkin, ... Read More...

This match will be played on 20 April 2024 at 15:00

Stoke City

Stoke City

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

20 April 2024

15:00

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Plymouth

Plymouth

Bet365 Stadium will host Saturday’s football game between Stoke City and Plymouth, the two relegation-threatened teams. The Potters are only three points clear of the relegation zone and, no doubt, they are desperate to grab something from the round 44 clash. South Korea midfielder Joon-Ho Bae is widely expected to return to the starting XI, while all Ryan Mmaee, Lynden Go... Read More...

This match will be played on 20 April 2024 at 15:00

Rotherham

Rotherham

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

20 April 2024

15:00

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Birmingham City

Birmingham City

Buoyed by a 3-0 win over Coventry City, Birmingham City will look to give fans yet another reason to celebrate when they take on Rotherham United in the Championship round 44. The Blues are determined to avoid relegation and a win over the rock-bottom side will see them move one step closer to meeting the goal. Even though the likes of Oliver Burke, Lucas Jutkiewicz, Marc Ro... Read More...

This match will be played on 20 April 2024 at 15:00

Norwich

Norwich

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

20 April 2024

15:00

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Bristol City

Bristol City

Norwich City will be aiming to build on a hard-fought 1-0 win over Preston when they take on Bristol City in the Championship round 44. The Canaries are eager to cement their spot in top six and their fine form is surely fuelling fans with optimism ahead of Saturday’s clash. With no fresh injury worries to report, David Wagner is unlikely to make changes to the team that d... Read More...

This match will be played on 20 April 2024 at 15:00

Huddersfield

Huddersfield

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

20 April 2024

15:00

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Swansea

Swansea

Huddersfield Town and Swansea City square off against each other at John Smith’s Stadium in what could be a crucial game for the Terriers in their battle for survival. The Terriers are eager to escape the relegation zone and they are likely to fight tooth and nail against the South Wales outfit. Josh Koroma is a major doubt after limping off with injury in a 1-1 draw with ... Read More...

This match will be played on 20 April 2024 at 15:00

Cardiff

Cardiff

Prediction:
0-2

Match Time & Date:

20 April 2024

15:00

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Southampton

Southampton

Cardiff City Stadium will host Saturday’s football game between Cardiff City and Southampton. The Bluebirds have little to play for in the season finale as they are stuck in the middle of the table, while the Saints are eyeing automatic Premier League promotion. All Josh Wilson-Esbrand, Callum O’Dowda, Kion Etete, Jak Alnwick, and Mark McGuinness are out of contention wi... Read More...

This match will be played on 20 April 2024 at 15:00

Leicester

Leicester

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

20 April 2024

12:30

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West Bromwich

West Bromwich

All eyes will be on King Power Stadium when Leicester City and West Bromwich Albion take on each other in the Championship round 44. The Foxes suffered a dip in form, with Ipswich Town melting their 16-point advantage, but they are still sitting in the automatic promotion berth. There are no fresh injury worries in the home team, but midfielder Kasey McAteer remains on the s... Read More...

This match will be played on 20 April 2024 at 12:30

Southampton

Southampton

Prediction:
3-1

Match Time & Date:

16 April 2024

20:00

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Preston

Preston

St. Mary’s Stadium will host a postponed Championship game between Southampton and Preston. The Saints aim to build on back-to-back wins over Coventry City and Watford and they are likely to stick to their attacking style of play. Both Ross Stewart and Juan Larios remain in the recovery room, with Ryan Fraser and Stuart Armstrong pushing for recalls to the starting XI. ... Read More...

This match will be played on 16 April 2024 at 20:00

West Bromwich

West Bromwich

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

13 April 2024

15:00

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Sunderland

Sunderland

After facing no difficulties in a win over Rotherham United, West Bromwich Albion will be aiming to clinch their spot in the playoffs when they take on Sunderland at the Hawthorns on Saturday. The Baggies are eyeing their 15th home win of the process, but this match will be anything but a walk in the park for Carlos Corberan’s troops. Both Jayson Molumby and Daryl Dike rem... Read More...

This match will be played on 13 April 2024 at 15:00

Swansea

Swansea

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

13 April 2024

15:00

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Rotherham

Rotherham

After rolling over Stoke City 3-0 on Wednesday evening, Swansea City will look to give fans yet another reason to celebrate when they take on Rotherham United on Matchday 43. The Swans are on the right track to secure the Championship survival and a win over the rock-bottom side will see them meet the goal. Barring any fresh injury concerns, Luke Williams is unlikely to make... Read More...

This match will be played on 13 April 2024 at 15:00

Southampton

Southampton

Prediction:
3-1

Match Time & Date:

13 April 2024

15:00

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Watford

Watford

Southampton will be aiming to build on a 2-1 win over Coventry City when they host Watford to their St. Mary’s Stadium on Saturday afternoon. The Saints did well to put an end to their three-game winless run in the Championship, with the team regaining a much-needed confidence, but they still have slim automatic promotion chances. Even though there are no fresh injury worr... Read More...

This match will be played on 13 April 2024 at 15:00

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Bojan Jovanovic • Football expert
29 January 2026 • 14:22 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: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
PortsmouthPortsmouthIpswichIpswich03/02/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 1-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Away Win
Sheffield UnitedSheffield UnitedOxford UnitedOxford United03/02/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • 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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