EFL Championship Match Previews 16th – 17th August

Welcome to Matchday 2 of the EFL Championship! As the 2024/25 season progresses, the excitement continues to build. With a full slate of fixtures, there’s plenty of action to look forward to. So, grab your favorite beverage, get comfortable, and let’s dive into the match previews with some fun predictions!

Odds Table

MatchOdds (Home)Odds (Draw)Odds (Away)Register now
Coventry vs. Oxford Utd4/55/23/1Register now
West Brom vs. Leeds United11/1011/523/10Register now
Derby County vs. Middlesbrough6/411/59/5Register now
Portsmouth vs. Luton Town2/111/513/10Register now
Bristol City vs. Millwall6/523/1021/10Register now
Plymouth Argyle vs. Hull City17/1011/513/8Register now
Swansea vs. Preston7/511/519/10Register now
Watford vs. Stoke City9/521/106/4Register now
Sheffield United vs. QPR1/23/15/1Register now
Norwich City vs. Blackburn Rovers7/1013/57/2Register now
Burnley vs. Cardiff City11/1011/523/10Register now

Match Previews

Coventry vs. Oxford Utd

Coventry will look to assert their dominance at home against Oxford Utd. With a strong squad, they will aim to secure all three points.

Prediction: Coventry 2-0 Oxford Utd
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West Brom vs. Leeds United

West Brom faces a tough challenge against Leeds United. Both teams have high ambitions, making this a crucial early-season clash.

Prediction: West Brom 1-1 Leeds United
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Derby County vs. Middlesbrough

Derby County hosts Middlesbrough in what promises to be a tightly contested match. Both sides will be eager to gain an early advantage in the league.

Prediction: Derby County 1-2 Middlesbrough
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Portsmouth vs. Luton Town

Portsmouth takes on Luton Town in a match that could see plenty of attacking football. Luton might have the edge with their clinical finishing.

Prediction: Portsmouth 1-3 Luton Town
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Bristol City vs. Millwall

Bristol City faces Millwall in a game that could go either way. Both teams will be looking to make a statement early in the season.

Prediction: Bristol City 2-1 Millwall
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Plymouth Argyle vs. Hull City

Plymouth Argyle hosts Hull City in what should be an intriguing encounter. Hull City will be looking to capitalize on any defensive lapses.

Prediction: Plymouth Argyle 1-1 Hull City
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Swansea vs. Preston

Swansea takes on Preston in a match where both teams will be eager to showcase their attacking prowess. Expect an open game with goals.

Prediction: Swansea 2-2 Preston
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Watford vs. Stoke City

Watford faces Stoke City in a game that could have significant implications for both teams’ seasons. Watford’s attacking options might prove decisive.

Prediction: Watford 2-1 Stoke City
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Sheffield United vs. QPR

Sheffield United hosts QPR in a match where the home side will be favorites. QPR will need to be at their best to get a result.

Prediction: Sheffield United 3-0 QPR
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Norwich City vs. Blackburn Rovers

Norwich City takes on Blackburn Rovers in a game that promises to be a tactical battle. Norwich’s home advantage could be the difference.

Prediction: Norwich City 2-1 Blackburn Rovers
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Burnley vs. Cardiff City

Burnley faces Cardiff City in what could be a tightly contested match. Both teams will be looking to build momentum early in the season.

Prediction: Burnley 1-1 Cardiff City
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Enjoy the matches and may the best teams win!