Championship Predictions
Friday 18th April
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Millwall have put their foot on the gas in the race for the Championship playoffs with four wins from their last five matches and they can take down out-of-form Blackburn at Ewood Park.
Stalemate Treble Tip
Coventry excelled under Frank Lampard in February and March but have recently stalled with just one win in their last four games. They may have to settle for a draw against West Brom, who have racked up 18 stalemates in the league this season.
Norwich and Portsmouth have recorded 24 draws between them in this term’s Championship and there is unlikely to be much between the sides, who have little left to play for in the league this season.
Preston have been draw specialists in this season’s Championship with 19 racked up in the second tier and they may have to settle for a share of the spoils with QPR, who have lost just one of their last five games.
Experts Accumulator Tip
Aaron: Reading are unbeaten in nine at home, while Lincoln slipped up against rock-bottom Shrewsbury last time out and they have taken only one point from their last four road trips.
James: Coventry are pushing for a top six finish and they can boost their playoff hopes with three points. The visitors haven’t won an away fixture since November 10th, so back the Sky Blues to add to a run of five wins from six at home.
Jack: Millwall are making a late run for the playoffs with five wins from seven and they can prey on a Blackburn side who are winless in four at Ewood Park.
Ian: A poor run has left confidence low for AFC Wimbledon and the visitors are well-placed to take advantage. Chesterfield are four points off a playoff spot after one defeat in their last nine outings, so back them to secure a win.
Gareth: Rotherham have won three of their last four and they should have too much for a struggling Mansfield side. Rotherham have only managed one clean sheet in their last 13 at home and the Stags have at least been scoring, so back a high-scoring home win.
Liam: Liam Manning has Bristol City playing terrific football in the Championship at the moment with the Robins having lost just one of their last 11 games. They have won six matches in that streak and can get the better of Sunderland, who have little left to play for until the playoffs.
Sheffield United vs Cardiff Bet Builder Tip
Jesurun Rak-Sakyi 1+ shot on target
Rak-Sakyi has recorded a shot on target in three of his last four starts and with the Blades expected to dominate proceedings, back him to get another chance in this clash.
Gustavo Hamer to be carded
Hamer leads the two sides in bookings, with 12 to his name this term. The midfielder has been shown seven cautions at home, while he was most recently booked against Oxford earlier this month.
Alex Robertson to be carded
Robertson has seven Championship bookings this season, the majority of which have come on the road. The midfielder has been booked in each of his last two appearances and he ranks highly for fouls per game.
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One of the most hotly-contested leagues in the world, Championship matches are wildly entertaining thanks to the offer of a dream promotion to the Premier League. That means interest is always sky-high, with attendances rivalling the likes of Serie A and La Liga. Its popularity is no accident, and as a result, it’s the perfect place to enjoy a bet.
Right, let’s dive in with your questions.
When do you post your Championship predictions?
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When is the Championship season?
The season starts in late July/early August and ends in May. You can find the live Championship table here, while it’s also worth taking a look at this season’s top scorers.
Which teams are in the Championship?
So, who’s in the league? The following Championship teams are competing in the 2022-23 season:
Birmingham, Blackburn, Blackpool, Bristol City, Burnley, Cardiff City, Coventry, Huddersfield, Hull City, Luton Town, Middlesbrough, Millwall, Norwich City, Preston, QPR, Reading, Rotherham, Sheffield United, Stoke City, Sunderland, Swansea City, Watford, West Brom, Wigan Athletic
Where to watch the Championship
UK viewers can watch the Championship on Sky Sports. Highlights are available on Channel 5. You can also catch matches on bet365’s live streaming service – a great way to follow the action and bet at the same time. For all this week’s matches, check out our Live Football on TV page.
Who has won the most Championship titles?
Since the second division of English football was founded in 1892, Manchester City and Leicester City have won the most titles with seven wins each. They are followed by Sheffield Wednesday and Sunderland, who have five titles.
Recent winners:
- 2021-22: Fulham
- 2020-21: Norwich City
- 2019-20: Leeds United
- 2018-19: Norwich City
- 2017-18: Wolverhampton Wanderers
- 2016-17: Newcastle United
- 2015-16: Burnley
- 2014-15: Bournemouth
- 2013-14: Leicester City
- 2012-13: Cardiff City
- 2011-12: Reading
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