Championship Predictions

Stoke City

Stoke City

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

17 February 2024

15:00

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Coventry

Coventry

Buoyed by a hard-fought 1-0 win over Queens Park Rangers, Stoke City will be aiming to give fans yet another reason to celebrate when they take on Coventry City on Saturday afternoon. Wouter Burger scored the winner in Wednesday’s clash, but the 22-year-old midfielder is unlikely to feature against Coventry due to injury. Fellow midfielder Josh Laurent remains on the sidel... Read More...

This match will be played on 17 February 2024 at 15:00

Rotherham

Rotherham

Prediction:
0-2

Match Time & Date:

17 February 2024

15:00

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Watford

Watford

Following three consecutive league defeats, Rotherham United will look to get back on course when they take on Watford in the Championship round 33. The Millers are stuck at the bottom with only 19 points on their account and, as things stand now, they will find it hard to secure the Championship survival. Both Tiehi and Rathbone limped off with injuries in the midweek defea... Read More...

This match will be played on 17 February 2024 at 15:00

Preston

Preston

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

17 February 2024

15:00

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Blackburn Rovers

Blackburn Rovers

Saturday’s football game at Deepdale pits together Preston and Blackburn, the two old rivals. The Lilywhites have been producing excellent displays of late, with the team eyeing their fourth consecutive league win and a triumph over Blackburn could see them climb to the playoffs berth. Both Duane Holmes and Kian Best are sidelined with injuries, but there are no suspended ... Read More...

This match will be played on 17 February 2024 at 15:00

Norwich

Norwich

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

17 February 2024

15:00

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Cardiff

Cardiff

Norwich City will be aiming to build on a 4-2 win over Watford when they take on Cardiff City in the Championship round 33. The Canaries are eager to climb to the playoffs berth and they are likely to fight tooth and nail against the South Wales outfit. Defender Shane Duffy remains in the recovery room, but he should be the only absentee in the home team.

The Bluebir... Read More...

This match will be played on 17 February 2024 at 15:00

Millwall

Millwall

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

17 February 2024

15:00

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Sheffield Wednesday

Sheffield Wednesday

Following three consecutive defeats, Millwall will look to return to winning ways in the Championship round 33 when they take on Sheffield Wednesday on Saturday afternoon. The Lions experienced all sorts of problems at the back in a 4-0 loss to Ipswich Town, which is probably the main reason why home win should not be considered. Belgium midfielder Casper De Norre is widely ... Read More...

This match will be played on 17 February 2024 at 15:00

Leicester

Leicester

Prediction:
2-0

Match Time & Date:

17 February 2024

15:00

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Middlesbrough

Middlesbrough

King Power Stadium will be the centre of attention when Leicester City and Middlesbrough go head to head in the Championship derby on Matchday 33. The Foxes are eyeing their fifth consecutive league win, but the visitors should not be written off just yet. Jamie Vardy is widely expected to lead the line for the hosts, while both Marc Albrighton and Wilfried Ndidi continue to... Read More...

This match will be played on 17 February 2024 at 15:00

Huddersfield

Huddersfield

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

17 February 2024

15:00

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Hull City

Hull City

Following a hard-fought 1-0 win over Sunderland, Huddersfield Town will look to escape the relegation zone when they face Hull City on Saturday afternoon. Matthew Pearson’s first-half goal helped the Terriers beat the Black Cats in midweek, but Jon Worthington’s men need to keep on making progress if they are to avoid relegation to the League One. Radinio Balker has join... Read More...

This match will be played on 17 February 2024 at 15:00

Bristol City

Bristol City

Prediction:
2-1

Match Time & Date:

17 February 2024

15:00

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QPR

QPR

Buoyed by back-to-back wins over Middlesbrough and Southampton, Bristol City will be aiming to stay in the playoffs race when they welcome QPR to their Ashton Gate Stadium. Lately, the Robins have been finding the back of the net with remarkable frequency, much to the delight of fans who are now brimming with optimism as they look forward to Saturday's match. The likes of Sc... Read More...

This match will be played on 17 February 2024 at 15:00

Birmingham City

Birmingham City

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

17 February 2024

15:00

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Sunderland

Sunderland

St. Andrew’s Stadium will host Saturday’s football game between Birmingham City and Sunderland. The Blues aim to build on a hard-fought 1-0 win over Blackburn Rovers, but this game will be anything but a walk in the park for the home team. All Alex Pritchard, Dion Sanderson, Alfie Chang, and George Hall are out of contention with injuries, but there are no suspended play... Read More...

This match will be played on 17 February 2024 at 15:00

Plymouth

Plymouth

Prediction:
1-2

Match Time & Date:

17 February 2024

12:30

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Leeds United

Leeds United

Plymouth will look to get their revenge on Leeds United for the FA Cup loss when the two sides face each other in the Championship round 33. The Pilgrims are tough to beat at home, with the team suffering only three defeats at their Home Park this term, but they are still seen as the underdogs in Saturday’s encounter. Mikel Miller is widely expected to sneak into the start... Read More...

This match will be played on 17 February 2024 at 12:30

West Bromwich

West Bromwich

Prediction:
1-1

Match Time & Date:

16 February 2024

20:00

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Southampton

Southampton

WBA and Southampton square off against each other at the Hawthorns in the opening match of the Championship round 33. The Baggies aim to build on a 2-0 win over Cardiff City and you should know that they are eyeing their 12th home win of the process. Andreas Weimann is pushing for a recall to the starting XI after sealing the victory against the Bluebirds, while all Kyle Bar... Read More...

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

Millwall

Millwall

Prediction:
2-2

Match Time & Date:

14 February 2024

20:00

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Ipswich

Ipswich

Millwall and Ipswich Town square off against each other at the Den in the closing match of Wednesday’s program. The Lions do not seem to be at their sharpest, with the team losing four of their last five league matches and, no doubt, they are eager to get back on course in the Championship. Brooke-Norton-Cuffy faces race against the clock to be fit for the match, while bot... Read More...

This match will be played on 14 February 2024 at 20:00

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Bojan Jovanovic • Football expert
27 February 2026 • 18:34 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
Birmingham CityBirmingham CityMiddlesbroughMiddlesbrough02/03/2026, 20:00
  • Correct Score: 0-2
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Away Win
IpswichIpswichHull CityHull City03/03/2026, 19:45
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
PrestonPrestonOxford UnitedOxford United06/03/2026, 20:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
Blackburn RoversBlackburn RoversPortsmouthPortsmouth07/03/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Hull CityHull CityMillwallMillwall07/03/2026, 12:30
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
Bristol CityBristol CityCoventryCoventry07/03/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-2
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Away Win
CharltonCharltonBirmingham CityBirmingham City07/03/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
DerbyDerbySheffield WednesdaySheffield Wednesday07/03/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-0
  • BTTS: No
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
IpswichIpswichLeicesterLeicester07/03/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 2-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 7.5
  • Match Result: Home Win
Sheffield UnitedSheffield UnitedWest BromwichWest Bromwich07/03/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
SwanseaSwanseaStoke CityStoke City07/03/2026, 15:00
  • Correct Score: 1-1
  • BTTS: Yes
  • Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  • Total SoT: Over 4.5
  • Match Result: Draw
QPRQPRMiddlesbroughMiddlesbrough08/03/2026, 16:30
  • 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 (1082 Goals in 417 matches)
50% Clean Sheets (209 times out of 417 matches)
56% Both Teams Scored (234 times out of 417 matches)
Outcome (Full-Time Result) % of Matches
Home Win 42%
Draw 25%
Away Win 33%
Goals % of Matches Over
Over 0.5 94%
Over 1.5 76%
Over 2.5 51%
Over 3.5 24%
Over 4.5 10%
Goals % of Matches Under
Under 0.5 6%
Under 1.5 24%
Under 2.5 49%
Under 3.5 76%
Under 4.5 90%
Championship Match Stats (2025/2026)
Shots Per Match 25
Shots / Match (Home) 13.96
Shots / Match (Away) 11.04
Fouls Per Match 21.45
Fouls / Match (Home) 10.34
Fouls / Match (Away) 11.11
Offsides Per Match 3.88
Players Participated 868

Championship Regular Season

Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts Last 5
1 Coventry City 35 21 8 6 72 38 +34 71 DWWWW
2 Middlesbrough 34 18 9 7 51 34 +17 63 WWLDD
3 Millwall 35 18 8 9 47 40 +7 62 WWLWW
4 Ipswich Town 33 17 9 7 59 34 +25 60 DWLWW
5 Hull City 34 18 6 10 56 48 +8 60 DLLWW
6 Wrexham 35 15 12 8 54 45 +9 57 LDWWW
7 Southampton 35 14 11 10 57 46 +11 53 WWDWW
8 Derby County 35 14 9 12 52 46 +6 51 LWLLW
9 Watford 35 13 12 10 45 41 +4 51 LDWLW
10 Bristol City 35 14 8 13 48 44 +4 50 WDLWL
11 Birmingham City 34 13 10 11 45 43 +2 49 WWDWL
12 Preston North End 35 12 13 10 41 40 +1 49 WDLDL
13 Sheffield United 35 15 3 17 50 48 +2 48 LWWLW
14 Stoke City 35 13 8 14 39 34 +5 47 DLDWL
15 Queens Park Rangers 35 13 8 14 46 54 -8 47 DLWLL
16 Swansea City 35 13 7 15 40 43 -3 46 WLWDL
17 Norwich City 35 13 6 16 47 44 +3 45 WWLWW
18 Charlton Athletic 35 10 11 14 33 44 -11 41 WLDDL
19 Leicester City 35 10 10 15 47 56 -9 40 LLDDL
20 Portsmouth 34 10 9 15 34 44 -10 39 LWWLL
21 Blackburn Rovers 35 10 8 17 33 46 -13 38 LWWLL
22 West Bromwich Albion 35 9 8 18 34 52 -18 35 DDLDL
23 Oxford United 35 7 11 17 31 47 -16 32 DLDLW
24 Sheffield Wednesday 35 1 8 26 21 71 -50 11 LLLLL

Championship Results

Date Match
24/02/2026, 19:45 Middlesbrough 1 - 1 Leicester City
24/02/2026, 19:45 Wrexham 2 - 1 Portsmouth
24/02/2026, 19:45 Hull City 4 - 2 Derby County
24/02/2026, 19:45 Swansea City 1 - 1 Preston North End
24/02/2026, 19:45 Watford 0 - 2 Ipswich Town
24/02/2026, 19:45 West Bromwich Albion 1 - 1 Charlton Athletic
24/02/2026, 19:45 Blackburn Rovers 1 - 2 Bristol City
24/02/2026, 20:00 Southampton 5 - 0 Queens Park Rangers
25/02/2026, 19:45 Millwall 3 - 0 Birmingham City
25/02/2026, 19:45 Sheffield United 1 - 2 Coventry City
25/02/2026, 19:45 Norwich City 2 - 0 Sheffield Wednesday
25/02/2026, 20:00 Stoke City 2 - 1 Oxford United

Championship Fixtures

Date Match
27/02/2026, 20:00 Bristol City 1 - 2 Watford
28/02/2026, 12:30 Portsmouth 0 - 1 Hull City
28/02/2026, 12:30 Leicester City 0 - 2 Norwich City
28/02/2026, 12:30 Derby County 3 - 1 Blackburn Rovers
28/02/2026, 15:00 Ipswich Town 3 - 0 Swansea City
28/02/2026, 15:00 Oxford United 2 - 1 West Bromwich Albion
28/02/2026, 15:00 Charlton Athletic 0 - 1 Wrexham
28/02/2026, 15:00 Preston North End 0 - 2 Millwall
28/02/2026, 15:00 Queens Park Rangers 0 - 2 Sheffield United
28/02/2026, 15:00 Coventry City 2 - 1 Stoke City
28/02/2026, 15:00 Sheffield Wednesday 1 - 3 Southampton
02/03/2026, 20:00 Birmingham City - Middlesbrough

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