Stoke City will be looking to build on a 2-0 EFL Cup victory over Oldham as they begin what they hope will be an improved 2026-27 campaign. Big-money summer signing Ethan Galbraith is expected to make his Championship debut and could provide an important boost in midfield. The Potters have struggled for consistency recently, winning just 30% of their last 10 matches, while averaging only 0.80 goals per game. Their home record is slightly better, with a 33% win rate and 1.00 goal scored per match.
Swansea City, meanwhile, arrive with greater momentum after winning 50% of their last 10 games. The Swans have strengthened their attacking options with the summer arrival of New Zealand star Elijah Just, while pacey winger Joseph Opoku has also joined the club. Swansea have been particularly impressive away from home, winning 67% of their last 10 road games and conceding only 0.67 goals per match. Historically, Stoke have the edge, winning 15 of 30 H2H meetings.
Taking everything into account, Over 1.5 goals is the safest option for this matchup as 90% of the last 30 H2Hs produced at least two goals. Additionally, Swansea or Draw and Swansea Draw no Bet bets seem tempting.
This Championship match will be played on Saturday 15 August 2026 at 15:00.
What is our Stoke City vs Swansea prediction?
Our prediction for this match: Stoke City 1 - 1 Swansea
Stoke City vs Swansea Betting Tips
- Correct Score: 1-1 @ 500 Odds
- Both Teams to Score (BTTS): Yes @ -138 Odds
- Over / Under 4.5 Goals: Under 4.5 Goals @ -900 Odds
- Over / Under 3.5 Goals: Under 3.5 Goals @ -334 Odds
- Over / Under 2.5 Goals: Under 2.5 Goals @ -125 Odds
- Over / Under 1.5 Goals: Over 1.5 Goals @ -334 Odds
- Anytime Goalscorer: Zan Vipotnik @ 162 Odds
- First Goalscorer: Zan Vipotnik @ 500 Odds
- To be Booked: Ben Pearson @ 175 Odds
- Asian Handicap: Swansea +0.5 @ -174 Odds
- European Handicap: Swansea +1 @ -188 Odds
- Shots on Target (Home): Over 2.5
- Shots on Target (Away): Over 2.5
- Shots on Target (Total): Over 4.5
- Total Corners: 9 - 11 @ 162 Odds
- Double Chance: X2 @ -188 Odds
- Draw No Bet: Stoke to Win @ -150 Odds
- Half Time/Full Time: X (Draw)/X (Draw) @ 400 Odds
- Clean Sheet: Stoke - No @ -275 Odds
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View OfferStoke City Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | llllldwwdw | 1.10 |
| Home | lllwdw | 1.17 |
| Away | lldw | 1.00 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 30% | 33% | 25% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.10 | 2.33 | 1.75 |
| Scored | 0.80 | 1.00 | 0.50 |
| Conceded | 1.30 | 1.33 | 1.25 |
| BTTS | 40% | 50% | 25% |
| Clean Sheets | 30% | 33% | 25% |
| Failed to Score | 30% | 17% | 50% |
| Expected Goals | 1.24 | 1.39 | 1.04 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.10 | 1.09 | 1.13 |
Swansea Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | wlwdwdlwwl | 1.70 |
| Home | lwdlwwl | 1.43 |
| Away | wwd | 2.33 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 50% | 43% | 67% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.30 | 2.43 | 2.00 |
| Scored | 1.30 | 1.29 | 1.33 |
| Conceded | 1.00 | 1.14 | 0.67 |
| BTTS | 50% | 43% | 67% |
| Clean Sheets | 30% | 29% | 33% |
| Failed to Score | 20% | 29% | 0% |
| Expected Goals | 1.27 | 1.27 | 1.29 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.38 | 1.16 | 1.89 |
Stoke City vs Swansea Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
Stoke City (50%)
30 Matches
Swansea (30%)
