Championship Predictions

Plymouth

Plymouth

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

21 December 2024

15:00

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Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough

Plymouth will be aiming to put an end to their four-game losing run in the Championship when they take on Middlesbrough on Matchday 22. The Pilgrims are running down a blind alley and, as a result, boss Wayne Rooney is under big pressure ahead of Saturday’s game. Michael Obafemi is a major doubt after limping off with injury in a 2-0 loss to Sheffield United, while all Cissoko, ... Read More...

This match will be played on 21 December 2024 at 15:00

Millwall

Millwall

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

21 December 2024

15:00

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Blackburn Rovers

Blackburn Rovers

Millwall and Blackburn take on each other at the Den in what is expected to be a close Championship encounter. The Lions suffered a dip in form, losing each of their last three league matches and given their difficulties up front, home win should not be considered. There are no fresh injury worries in the home team, but all Coburn, Cooper, Hutchinson, Kelly, and Scanlon remain ... Read More...

This match will be played on 21 December 2024 at 15:00

Leeds United

Leeds United

Prediction:
4-1

Match Time & Date:

21 December 2024

15:00

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Oxford United

Oxford United

David faces Goliath at Elland Road on Saturday afternoon as Leeds United and Oxford United square off against each other in the Championship round 22. The Whites are seen as hot favourites to win this match, but the promotion hopefuls will have to prove their worth on the field. It has to be noted that Leeds United are on an eight-game winning run at home ground. Even though bo ... Read More...

This match will be played on 21 December 2024 at 15:00

Cardiff

Cardiff

Prediction:
0-2

Match Time & Date:

21 December 2024

15:00

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Sheffield United

Sheffield United

Cardiff City will try to put an end to their seven-game winless run when they take on Sheffield United in the Championship round 22. The Bluebirds are eager to escape the danger zone, but they will have a mountain to climb against the league leaders. Both Ramsey and Turnbull remain in the recovery room, while duo Tsunoda – Etete will be assessed ahead of the kick-off. The Blad ... Read More...

This match will be played on 21 December 2024 at 15:00

Burnley

Burnley

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

21 December 2024

15:00

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Watford

Watford

Saturday’s football game at Turf Moor pits together Burnley and Watford, the two promotion-chasing sides. Burnley aim to build on a 2-1 win over Norwich City and a triumph over Watford could see them climb to the automatic promotion places. Both Maxime Esteve and Jeremy Sarmiento limped off with injuries in the last league match, with duo Egan – Laurent being ready to step up. ... Read More...

This match will be played on 21 December 2024 at 15:00

Sheffield Wednesday

Sheffield Wednesday

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

21 December 2024

12:30

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Stoke City

Stoke City

Legendary Hillsborough will be the centre of attention when Sheffield Wednesday and Stoke City lock horns in the Championship round 22. The Owls aim to build on a 3-1 win over Oxford United and they are seen as favourites to win Saturday’s clash. Jamaica international Jamal Lowe should keep his place up front after finding the net in the last league match, while both Olaf Kobac ... Read More...

This match will be played on 21 December 2024 at 12:30

Portsmouth

Portsmouth

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

21 December 2024

12:30

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Coventry

Coventry

Portsmouth play host to Coventry City at their Fratton Park on day 22 of the new Championship campaign. The Pompey will try to recover from a massive 4-0 loss to Derby County, but they will have yet another big fish to fry against Coventry. Portsmouth’s injury list remains pretty long, including the likes of Bowat, Farrell, Norris, O’Mahony. Williams, Yengi, and Shaughnessy. T ... Read More...

This match will be played on 21 December 2024 at 12:30

Hull City

Hull City

Prediction:
2-2

Match Time & Date:

21 December 2024

12:30

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Swansea

Swansea

Hull City and Swansea City square off against each other at MKM Stadium in what is expected to be a close Championship encounter. The Tigers are eyeing their first league win since October 1, 2024 and we are positive that they will go all guns blazing at the South Wales outfit. Hull City’s injury list, though, is pretty long, including the likes of Belloumi, Cartwright, Lo-Tuta ... Read More...

This match will be played on 21 December 2024 at 12:30

Luton

Luton

Prediction:
0-2

Match Time & Date:

20 December 2024

20:00

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Derby

Derby

Kenilworth Road will host Friday’s Championship game between Luton Town and Derby County. The Hatters head into the match with a severely-weakened squad, with all Baptiste, Bell, Burke, Doughty, Mengi, and Walters missing out with injuries. Midfielder Liam Walsh is banned for the game following his sending-off in a 2-0 loss to Blackburn Rovers. The Rams, on the other hand, des ... Read More...

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

Norwich

Norwich

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

15 December 2024

15:00

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Burnley

Burnley

All eyes will be on Carrow Road when Norwich City and Burnley lock horns in the Championship derby on Saturday afternoon. The Canaries failed to impress in a goalless draw with Portsmouth, with the team registering only five goal attempts, but it is well known that they produce much better showings at home than on the travels. The likes of Forsyth, Gibbs, and Sargent continue t ... Read More...

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

Watford

Watford

Prediction:
0-0

Match Time & Date:

15 December 2024

14:00

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West Bromwich

West Bromwich

Watford welcome West Bromwich Albion to Vicarage Road in Championship round 21, with both sides eager to maintain their positive momentum. The Hornets are unbeaten in their last five league games, though their matches have largely been low-scoring affairs. With Tayo Dele-Bashiru and Ryan Ogbonna still sidelined through injury, boss Tom Cleverley will likely continue to rely on ... Read More...

This match will be played on 15 December 2024 at 14:00

Swansea

Swansea

Prediction:
2-2

Match Time & Date:

14 December 2024

15:00

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Sunderland

Sunderland

Swansea City and Sunderland square off against each other at Swansea.com Stadium in what is expected to be a close Championship encounter. The Swans aim to build on a 2-1 win over Plymouth and a triumph over Sunderland will see them move closer to the playoffs berth. There are no fresh injury worries in the home team, but all Cooper, Fisher, Ginnelly, and Parker continue to mis ... Read More...

This match will be played on 14 December 2024 at 15:00

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Bojan Jovanovic • Football expert
29 October 2026 • 14:16 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
Sheffield UnitedSheffield UnitedWrexhamWrexham30/10/2026, 20:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
NorwichNorwichWatfordWatford31/10/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 1-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: No
  • Total SoT: Over 2.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Stoke CityStoke CityPrestonPreston31/10/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 2-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
LincolnLincolnBirmingham CityBirmingham City31/10/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 1-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Away Win
SwanseaSwanseaBlackburn RoversBlackburn Rovers31/10/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Draw
WolvesWolvesCardiffCardiff31/10/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
BoltonBoltonBristol CityBristol City31/10/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Away Win
MillwallMillwallDerbyDerby31/10/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
West HamWest HamWest BromwichWest Bromwich31/10/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
MiddlesbroughMiddlesbroughCharltonCharlton31/10/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 3-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
SouthamptonSouthamptonQPRQPR31/10/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 3-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
BurnleyBurnleyPortsmouthPortsmouth31/10/2026, 15:00
  • 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 (2026/2027)

Team Type Average Goals Scored
Home Teams 1.6
Away Teams 1.29
Total (Combined) 2.89
31.2 min/Goal (416 Goals in 144 matches)
43% Clean Sheets (62 times out of 144 matches)
63% Both Teams Scored (91 times out of 144 matches)
Outcome (Full-Time Result) % of Matches
Home Win 40%
Draw 28%
Away Win 32%
Goals % of Matches Over
Over 0.5 94%
Over 1.5 76%
Over 2.5 60%
Over 3.5 37%
Over 4.5 15%
Goals % of Matches Under
Under 0.5 6%
Under 1.5 24%
Under 2.5 40%
Under 3.5 63%
Under 4.5 85%
Championship Match Stats (2026/2027)
Shots Per Match 27.31
Shots / Match (Home) 14.81
Shots / Match (Away) 12.5
Fouls Per Match 21.93
Fouls / Match (Home) 10.6
Fouls / Match (Away) 11.33
Offsides Per Match 4.38
Players Participated 697

Championship Regular Season

Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts Last 5
1 Middlesbrough 12 7 4 1 27 17 +10 25 DWWDW
2 Southampton 12 7 3 2 24 12 +12 24 LWWDW
3 Swansea City 12 7 2 3 16 13 +3 23 WWWLL
4 West Ham United 12 6 4 2 32 15 +17 22 DDWWL
5 Wolverhampton Wanderers 12 6 3 3 20 16 +4 21 LLWDW
6 West Bromwich Albion 12 6 3 3 16 13 +3 21 LLWWD
7 Birmingham City 12 5 5 2 20 12 +8 20 DWWWL
8 Queens Park Rangers 12 5 5 2 20 12 +8 20 DDWLW
9 Stoke City 12 6 2 4 18 16 +2 20 WWLWD
10 Blackburn Rovers 12 5 3 4 19 16 +3 18 DWWLW
11 Portsmouth 12 5 3 4 16 15 +1 18 LWWDW
12 Sheffield United 12 4 4 4 16 15 +1 16 LWLWD
13 Millwall 12 4 3 5 19 20 -1 15 DWLDL
14 Bristol City 12 4 3 5 12 15 -3 15 WDLLD
15 Lincoln City 12 4 3 5 13 20 -7 15 LLLDW
16 Cardiff City 12 3 5 4 19 17 +2 14 WLWDW
17 Wrexham 12 3 5 4 15 18 -3 14 WDLWL
18 Charlton Athletic 12 3 5 4 11 18 -7 14 LDDLL
19 Bolton Wanderers 12 4 2 6 16 23 -7 14 WLWDL
20 Norwich City 12 4 0 8 20 22 -2 12 LLLLW
21 Watford 12 3 2 7 10 20 -10 11 LLLWL
22 Burnley 12 1 5 6 17 25 -8 8 DWDLL
23 Derby County 12 1 4 7 10 21 -11 7 DDLLD
24 Preston North End 12 1 2 9 10 25 -15 5 DLLLD

Championship Results

Date Match
23/10/2026, 19:00 Bolton Wanderers 1 - 5 Middlesbrough
24/10/2026, 11:30 Charlton Athletic 1 - 3 Norwich City
24/10/2026, 11:30 Sheffield United 1 - 1 Derby County
24/10/2026, 11:30 Portsmouth 2 - 1 Millwall
24/10/2026, 14:00 Cardiff City 1 - 0 Birmingham City
24/10/2026, 14:00 West Ham United 2 - 3 Southampton
24/10/2026, 14:00 Wolverhampton Wanderers 1 - 0 Watford
24/10/2026, 14:00 Preston North End 1 - 1 West Bromwich Albion
24/10/2026, 14:00 Lincoln City 4 - 1 Burnley
24/10/2026, 14:00 Stoke City 0 - 0 Bristol City
24/10/2026, 14:00 Queens Park Rangers 5 - 0 Swansea City
24/10/2026, 14:00 Blackburn Rovers 2 - 0 Wrexham

Championship Fixtures

Date Match
30/10/2026, 20:00 Sheffield United - Wrexham
31/10/2026, 12:30 Norwich City - Watford
31/10/2026, 12:30 Stoke City - Preston North End
31/10/2026, 12:30 Lincoln City - Birmingham City
31/10/2026, 15:00 Swansea City - Blackburn Rovers
31/10/2026, 15:00 Wolverhampton Wanderers - Cardiff City
31/10/2026, 15:00 Bolton Wanderers - Bristol City
31/10/2026, 15:00 Millwall - Derby County
31/10/2026, 15:00 West Ham United - West Bromwich Albion
31/10/2026, 15:00 Middlesbrough - Charlton Athletic
31/10/2026, 15:00 Southampton - Queens Park Rangers
31/10/2026, 15:00 Burnley - Portsmouth

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