Championship Predictions

Southampton

Southampton

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

12 May 2026

20:00

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Middlesbrough

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

Millwall

Prediction:
1-0

Match Time & Date:

11 May 2026

20:00

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Hull City

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

MIddlesbrough

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

9 May 2026

12:30

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Southampton

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

Hull City

Hull City

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

8 May 2026

20:00

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Millwall

Millwall

The Championship playoff semi-final kicks off with Hull City hosting Millwall in a highly anticipated clash. As both sides are likely to adopt a cautious approach, we predict a 1-1 draw. Hull City have shown steady form recently, with a 1.30 points per game over their last 10 matches and a solid home record of WDDW. The Tigers score an average of 2.70 goals per game overall, ... Read More...

This match will be played on 8 May 2026 at 20:00

Wrexham

Wrexham

Prediction:
2-2

Match Time & Date:

2 May 2026

12:30

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Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough

There will be fireworks when the final day of the season arrives as Wrexham host Middlesbrough in a match with major stakes at both ends of the table. Given the attacking potential of both sides, we predict a 2-2 draw. The Dragons are chasing a playoff spot and come off a 3–1 defeat to Coventry, but their overall attacking profile remains strong, averaging 3.10 total goals ... Read More...

This match will be played on 2 May 2026 at 12:30

Watford

Watford

Prediction:
0-2

Match Time & Date:

2 May 2026

12:30

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Coventry

Coventry

Watford will try to make amends for a 5–1 defeat to Middlesbrough and end a run of four straight losses when they face Coventry on Matchday 46. However, we predict a 2-0 away win as the Sky Blues aim to put icing on the cake on a very successful Championship campaign. Watford's numbers reflect the slump, with just 0.60 points per game across the last 10 matches and a defen ... Read More...

This match will be played on 2 May 2026 at 12:30

Swansea

Swansea

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

2 May 2026

12:30

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Charlton

Charlton

Swansea City will be looking to bounce back from a 1–1 draw with Norwich City and secure a top-10 finish when they face Charlton Athletic on the final day of the season. Given Swansea's attacking potential on home soil, we predict a 2-1 home win. Swans' recent form has been steady rather than spectacular, averaging 1.50 points per game over the last 10 matches, with 1.40 g ... Read More...

This match will be played on 2 May 2026 at 12:30

Sheffield Wednesday

Sheffield Wednesday

Prediction:
0-2

Match Time & Date:

2 May 2026

12:30

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West Bromwich

West Bromwich

Sheffield Wednesday come into the final round already relegated and still sitting on negative points, aiming simply to finish “in positive zero.” However, given huge gap in quality between Wednesday and WBA, we predict a 2-0 away win. Their recent form has been extremely poor, picking up just 0.40 points per game and failing to win any of their last 10 matches. The Owls ... Read More...

This match will be played on 2 May 2026 at 12:30

Preston

Preston

Prediction:
2-2

Match Time & Date:

2 May 2026

12:30

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Southampton

Southampton

Deepdale will host a lively final-round clash as Preston North End look to build on their 3–2 win over Sheffield United and secure a top-10 finish. As both Preston and Sheffield United are likely to adopt an attack-minded approach, we predict a 2-2 draw. Preston's recent form has been inconsistent (1.10 points per game), but entertainment is almost guaranteed—Preston’s ... Read More...

This match will be played on 2 May 2026 at 12:30

Portsmouth

Portsmouth

Prediction:
2-2

Match Time & Date:

2 May 2026

12:30

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Birmingham City

Birmingham City

Portsmouth come into the final round on the back of a solid 3–1 win over Stoke City, sitting safely in 18th place with no pressure on the result. As both Portsmouth and Birmingham City will be with guards down, we predict a 2-2 draw. Pompey's recent form shows 1.40 points per game, with matches averaging a high 3.10 total goals. Defensively, they can be vulnerable (1.80 co ... Read More...

This match will be played on 2 May 2026 at 12:30

Millwall

Millwall

Prediction:
3-0

Match Time & Date:

2 May 2026

12:30

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Oxford United

Oxford United

Millwall will look to clinch automatic Premier League promotion when they face already-relegated Oxford United on the last day of the regular season. Given huge gap in quality and motivation between the two sides, we predict a routine 3-0 home win. Lions' recent form is strong, averaging 1.80 points per game, with a solid balance of 1.50 goals scored and just 0.90 conceded. ... Read More...

This match will be played on 2 May 2026 at 12:30

Ipswich

Ipswich

Prediction:
3-1

Match Time & Date:

2 May 2026

12:30

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QPR

QPR

Portman Road will be packed as Ipswich Town head into a decisive clash knowing that victory will secure automatic promotion to the Premier League. Given QPR's three-game losing run in the season finale, we predict a 3-1 home win. Ipswich's recent form is solid, collecting 1.70 points per game across the last 10 matches, while averaging 1.60 goals scored. At home, the Tractor ... Read More...

This match will be played on 2 May 2026 at 12:30

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Bojan Jovanovic • Football expert
14 September 2026 • 14:50 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
Bristol CityBristol CityWatfordWatford18/09/2026, 20:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
CardiffCardiffCharltonCharlton19/09/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
MillwallMillwallWest HamWest Ham19/09/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
Stoke CityStoke CitySheffield UnitedSheffield United19/09/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Birmingham CityBirmingham CityMiddlesbroughMiddlesbrough19/09/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
BurnleyBurnleyDerbyDerby19/09/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: No
  • Total SoT: Over 2.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
LincolnLincolnSwanseaSwansea19/09/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Draw
PortsmouthPortsmouthBlackburn RoversBlackburn Rovers19/09/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
QPRQPRPrestonPreston19/09/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
WrexhamWrexhamSouthamptonSouthampton19/09/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Draw
WolvesWolvesWest BromwichWest Bromwich20/09/2026, 12:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
NorwichNorwichBoltonBolton20/09/2026, 13:30
  • Correct Score: 3-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 9.5
  • Match Result: Home Win

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 1.61
Away Teams 1.24
Total (Combined) 2.86
31.5 min/Goal (237 Goals in 83 matches)
42% Clean Sheets (35 times out of 83 matches)
66% Both Teams Scored (55 times out of 83 matches)
Outcome (Full-Time Result) % of Matches
Home Win 41%
Draw 29%
Away Win 30%
Goals % of Matches Over
Over 0.5 92%
Over 1.5 80%
Over 2.5 63%
Over 3.5 35%
Over 4.5 11%
Goals % of Matches Under
Under 0.5 8%
Under 1.5 20%
Under 2.5 37%
Under 3.5 65%
Under 4.5 89%
Championship Match Stats (2026/2027)
Shots Per Match 26.81
Shots / Match (Home) 14.25
Shots / Match (Away) 12.55
Fouls Per Match 21.89
Fouls / Match (Home) 10.57
Fouls / Match (Away) 11.33
Offsides Per Match 4.33
Players Participated 643

Championship Regular Season

Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts Last 5
1 West Ham United 7 4 2 1 20 9 +11 14 DWWWW
2 Southampton 7 4 2 1 18 8 +10 14 WDDWW
3 Swansea City 7 4 2 1 11 5 +6 14 WWDLW
4 Middlesbrough 7 4 2 1 14 10 +4 14 WDWWD
5 West Bromwich Albion 7 4 2 1 10 7 +3 14 LDWWD
6 Queens Park Rangers 7 3 3 1 8 5 +3 12 WWLDD
7 Charlton Athletic 7 3 3 1 6 7 -1 12 WDLDD
8 Wolverhampton Wanderers 6 3 2 1 14 10 +4 11 WWLDW
9 Lincoln City 7 3 2 2 6 6 0 11 WDDWW
10 Birmingham City 7 2 4 1 10 9 +1 10 WDDLW
11 Stoke City 7 3 1 3 11 11 0 10 LWWDW
12 Millwall 7 3 1 3 13 13 0 10 LLWLD
13 Bristol City 7 3 1 3 10 12 -2 10 WWWLL
14 Norwich City 7 3 0 4 13 13 0 9 WLWWL
15 Sheffield United 7 2 3 2 8 9 -1 9 DWLWL
16 Blackburn Rovers 7 2 2 3 10 10 0 8 LDLLW
17 Watford 7 2 2 3 7 9 -2 8 DLLWL
18 Portsmouth 6 2 1 3 7 8 -1 7 WLLWD
19 Wrexham 7 1 4 2 7 11 -4 7 LWDDL
20 Bolton Wanderers 7 2 1 4 7 12 -5 7 LLLLW
21 Cardiff City 7 0 4 3 7 11 -4 4 DLLDL
22 Derby County 7 1 1 5 6 13 -7 4 LWLLL
23 Preston North End 7 1 0 6 6 13 -7 3 LLWLL
24 Burnley 7 0 3 4 8 16 -8 3 LDLDL

Championship Results

Date Match
11/09/2026, 19:00 West Ham United 6 - 0 Wrexham
12/09/2026, 11:30 West Bromwich Albion 1 - 1 Queens Park Rangers
12/09/2026, 11:30 Derby County 1 - 2 Birmingham City
12/09/2026, 11:30 Bolton Wanderers 1 - 0 Cardiff City
12/09/2026, 14:00 Blackburn Rovers 3 - 1 Millwall
12/09/2026, 14:00 Preston North End 0 - 1 Lincoln City
12/09/2026, 14:00 Swansea City 3 - 1 Burnley
12/09/2026, 14:00 Southampton 4 - 1 Bristol City
12/09/2026, 14:00 Middlesbrough 4 - 3 Norwich City
12/09/2026, 14:00 Charlton Athletic 0 - 0 Portsmouth
12/09/2026, 14:00 Watford 1 - 2 Stoke City
13/09/2026, 11:00 Sheffield United 0 - 1 Wolverhampton Wanderers

Championship Fixtures

Date Match
18/09/2026, 19:00 Bristol City - Watford
19/09/2026, 11:30 Stoke City - Sheffield United
19/09/2026, 11:30 Millwall - West Ham United
19/09/2026, 11:30 Cardiff City - Charlton Athletic
19/09/2026, 14:00 Queens Park Rangers - Preston North End
19/09/2026, 14:00 Birmingham City - Middlesbrough
19/09/2026, 14:00 Lincoln City - Swansea City
19/09/2026, 14:00 Wrexham - Southampton
19/09/2026, 14:00 Burnley - Derby County
19/09/2026, 14:00 Portsmouth - Blackburn Rovers
20/09/2026, 11:00 Wolverhampton Wanderers - West Bromwich Albion
20/09/2026, 12:30 Norwich City - Bolton Wanderers

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