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Best EFL Championship bet today: Watford at Bristol City: Watford Moneyline h2h_Watford_NA at +310, long shot confidence. When Bristol City takes on Watford, expect an intriguing showdown, especially given the contrasting recent forms. 6 games on the board.

The one we'd back first · Watford v Bristol City

Watford at Bristol City: Watford Moneyline h2h_Watford_NA +310

Our confidenceLong-shot

Chance to win24.0%

$50 returns$205.00

The rest of the boardfull reasoning on each game below

Watford v Bristol CityWAT v BRI	Watford at Bristol City: Watford Moneyline h2h_Watford_NA	Long-shot24% chance	+310
Sheffield United v Stoke CitySHU v STK	Sheffield United at Stoke City: Stoke City Draw No Bet draw_no_bet_Stoke City_NA	Lean51% chance	-116
Derby County v BurnleyDER v BUR	Derby County at Burnley: No Both Teams to Score btts_No_NA	Lean52% chance	+105
Preston North End v Queens Park RangersPNE v QPR	Preston North End at Queens Park Rangers: Preston North End Draw No Bet draw_no_bet_Preston North End_NA	Long-shot32% chance	+250
Middlesbrough v Birmingham CityMiddlesbrough v Birmingham City	Middlesbrough at Birmingham City: Birmingham City Draw No Bet draw_no_bet_Birmingham City_NA	Lean47% chance	+110
Blackburn Rovers v PortsmouthBLA v POR	Blackburn Rovers at Portsmouth: Blackburn Rovers Moneyline h2h_Blackburn Rovers_NA	Long-shot26% chance	+255
Watford v Bristol CityWAT v BRI	Both Teams to Score	Lean55% chance	—
Watford v Bristol CityWAT v BRI	Draw No Bet	Long-shot34% chance	—
Sheffield United v Stoke CitySHU v STK	Moneyline	Long-shot36% chance	—
Sheffield United v Stoke CitySHU v STK	Both Teams to Score	Lean43% chance	—
Derby County v BurnleyDER v BUR	Draw No Bet	Long-shot31% chance	—
Derby County v BurnleyDER v BUR	Moneyline	Long-shot22% chance	—

High = 60%+ chance to win · Lean = 40–60% · Long-shot = under 40%

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EFL Championship • WAT vs. BRI 2026-09-18 19:00 •

Watford Away

vs.

Home Bristol City

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Watford at Bristol City: Watford Moneyline h2h_Watford_NA

Chance to win 24.0%

The price says 23.6%

Best price +310

Bristol City vs Watford: Watford Moneyline (+310)

Odds available at FanDuel at time of publishing

When Bristol City takes on Watford, expect an intriguing showdown, especially given the contrasting recent forms. Bristol's home record is commendable, with three wins in their last five, but their performances against Watford have yielded mixed results—just one win from five encounters. Watford, despite struggling recently, has a knack for rising to the occasion in these matchups. Their last few away games haven’t been pretty, but they’ve consistently found ways to challenge defenses, averaging 11.2 shots per game. Bristol's home defense, allowing 1.4 goals per game, may struggle against Watford’s tenacity. With the Hornets poised for a potential upset, they hold the promise of capitalizing on any defensive lapses. Given the odds, placing your faith in Watford for the win seems like a bet worth taking—after all, they thrive in moments like this.

Watford at Bristol City · Both Teams to Score Which side the model backs, and why ·

Chance to win

The price says 54.8%

Watford at Bristol City · Draw No Bet Which side the model backs, and why ·

Chance to win

The price says 33.8%

EFL Championship • SHU vs. STK 2026-09-19 11:30 •

Sheffield United Away

vs.

Home Stoke City

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Sheffield United at Stoke City: Stoke City Draw No Bet draw_no_bet_Stoke City_NA

Chance to win 50.9%

The price says 49.2%

Best price -116

Stoke City vs Sheffield United: Stoke City Draw No Bet (-116)

Odds available at livescorebet at time of publishing

As Stoke City prepares to host Sheffield United, it’s hard to overlook their recent resurgence at home, boasting a solid 3-1-1 record in their last five matches. They've shown the ability to score, averaging 1.6 goals per game, while their defense has tightened up, conceding just 1.6 on average. The Potters’ home advantage is tangible, especially given their tendency to create opportunities, averaging an impressive 10.8 shots per game at home. Conversely, Sheffield United, despite a decent away record, comes into this match with a history of struggles against Stoke, going five straight without a win. Their own xG metrics tell a story of inefficiency, scoring only 1.6 goals on the road against teams that Stoke has been able to handle. With the odds favoring a Stoke victory under the Draw No Bet market, it’s a compelling play as they look to assert their dominance at home.

Sheffield United at Stoke City · Moneyline Which side the model backs, and why ·

Chance to win

The price says 37.9%

Sheffield United at Stoke City · Both Teams to Score Which side the model backs, and why ·

Chance to win

The price says 44.9%

EFL Championship • DER vs. BUR 2026-09-19 14:00 •

Derby County Away

vs.

Home Burnley

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Derby County at Burnley: No Both Teams to Score btts_No_NA

Chance to win 52.5%

The price says 45.9%

Best price +105

Burnley vs Derby County: Both Teams To Score: No (+105)

Odds available at williamhill at time of publishing

As Burnley faces Derby County, the narrative leans heavily toward a low-scoring affair. Burnley has struggled at home recently, netting just 1 goal per game over their last five, while conceding an average of 2.2. The xG stats tell a similar story; they’ve been unable to generate any meaningful chances, averaging zero xG in those matches. On the road, Derby hasn’t exactly lit it up either, with a scoring average of only 0.6 in their last five. Their struggles are compounded by a lack of creativity, managing just 1.4 assists per game. With both teams lacking firepower and recent form suggesting a defensive mindset, the odds favor a 'No' on both teams scoring. Expect a gritty, cagey showdown rather than an explosive offensive display.

Derby County at Burnley · Draw No Bet Which side the model backs, and why ·

Chance to win

The price says 30.6%

Derby County at Burnley · Moneyline Which side the model backs, and why ·

Chance to win

The price says 22.4%

Derby County at Burnley · Head to Head (3-Way) Which side the model backs, and why ·

Chance to win

The price says 22.4%

EFL Championship • PNE vs. QPR 2026-09-19 14:00 •

Preston North End Away

vs.

Home Queens Park Rangers

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Preston North End at Queens Park Rangers: Preston North End Draw No Bet draw_no_bet_Preston North End_NA

Chance to win 31.6%

The price says 26.2%

Best price +250

Queens Park Rangers vs Preston North End: Preston North End Draw No Bet (+250)

Odds available at livescorebet at time of publishing

As Queens Park Rangers gear up to face Preston North End, it’s hard to overlook Preston's recent form and their historical edge against QPR. Despite a shaky away record, Preston has shown resilience, with a draw-heavy streak that could work in their favor. On the other hand, QPR's home results have been inconsistent, struggling to score while allowing just over one goal a game at home. Preston's defensive setup, particularly against weaker attacking sides like QPR, could frustrate their hosts. QPR's inability to convert chances into goals—averaging just one goal in their last five home games—coupled with a lack of significant xG suggests they might struggle to find the net. Meanwhile, Preston's recent results indicate they can at least hold their own, making a Draw No Bet on Preston a savvy choice in this matchup.

Preston North End at Queens Park Rangers · Moneyline Which side the model backs, and why ·

Chance to win

The price says 20.1%

Preston North End at Queens Park Rangers · Head to Head (3-Way) Which side the model backs, and why ·

Chance to win

The price says 20.1%

Preston North End at Queens Park Rangers · Total Goals 4.5 Which side the model backs, and why ·

Chance to win

The price says 82.8%

Preston North End at Queens Park Rangers · Both Teams to Score Which side the model backs, and why ·

Chance to win

The price says 53.3%

Preston North End at Queens Park Rangers · Moneyline Which side the model backs, and why ·

Chance to win

The price says 24.1%

Preston North End at Queens Park Rangers · Head to Head (3-Way) Which side the model backs, and why ·

Chance to win

The price says 24.1%

EFL Championship • MID vs. 2026-09-19 14:00 •

Middlesbrough Away

vs.

Home Birmingham City

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Middlesbrough at Birmingham City: Birmingham City Draw No Bet draw_no_bet_Birmingham City_NA

Chance to win 47.1%

The price says 43.7%

Best price +110

Birmingham City vs Middlesbrough: Birmingham City Draw No Bet (+110)

Odds available at livescorebet at time of publishing

As Birmingham City prepares to host Middlesbrough, the stage is set for a compelling encounter. While Birmingham’s recent form shows a mixed bag with two wins and three draws in their last five at home, they’ve been tough to break down, averaging 1.8 goals scored at St. Andrew's. Their solid home performances, coupled with Middlesbrough's struggle to find consistency away—having scored just 0.8 goals in their last five on the road—suggest the home side holds the advantage. Despite a daunting historical record against Boro, who have bested them five times in a row, the current dynamics favor Birmingham. With an expected goals average that hints at potential for more, taking Birmingham in the Draw No Bet market seems wise. If they can capitalize on their home turf, they might just snap that streak and turn the tables in their favor.

Middlesbrough at Birmingham City · Moneyline Which side the model backs, and why ·

Chance to win

The price says 32.9%

Middlesbrough at Birmingham City · Head to Head (3-Way) Which side the model backs, and why ·

Chance to win

The price says 32.9%

Middlesbrough at Birmingham City · Both Teams to Score Which side the model backs, and why ·

Chance to win

The price says 40.6%

EFL Championship • BLA vs. POR 2026-09-19 14:00 •

Blackburn Rovers Away

vs.

Home Portsmouth

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Blackburn Rovers at Portsmouth: Blackburn Rovers Moneyline h2h_Blackburn Rovers_NA

Chance to win 26.4%

The price says 27.0%

Best price +255

Portsmouth vs Blackburn Rovers: Blackburn Rovers Moneyline (+255)

Odds available at DraftKings at time of publishing

As Portsmouth welcomes Blackburn Rovers, the stage is set for an intriguing clash. While Portsmouth has been decent at home with a 2-1-2 record in their last five games, their scoring has stagnated, averaging just over a goal at home. Blackburn, on the other hand, may have only one win in their last five, but they've managed to find the net consistently, averaging 1.2 goals in that span. The xG numbers tell a similar story, with Blackburn showing slightly more attacking intent despite recent struggles. The Rovers have been creating chances—averaging nearly 14 shots per game—while Portsmouth has faced challenges converting their opportunities. Given these trends and Blackburn's slightly better record against Portsmouth in recent matchups, a wager on the Rovers’ victory looks appealing. They’re primed to capitalize on any defensive errors from Portsmouth and should fancy their chances in this pivotal encounter.

Blackburn Rovers at Portsmouth · Head to Head (3-Way) Which side the model backs, and why ·

Chance to win

The price says 27.0%

Blackburn Rovers at Portsmouth · Both Teams to Score Which side the model backs, and why ·

Chance to win

The price says 52.6%

Blackburn Rovers at Portsmouth · Draw No Bet Which side the model backs, and why ·

Chance to win

The price says 39.8%

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What are EFL Championship picks?

EFL Championship picks are model-generated predictions for EFL Championship betting markets including 1X2 (match result), Asian Handicap, totals (over/under goals) and player props. Bet Better makes its picks with a model that works out how often each result happens, compares that to the bookmakers' prices, and lists the bets where the price looks too generous, with the reasoning written in plain English on every pick.

What you get on this page

Every upcoming EFL Championship match with predictions across all major markets. Expand any match to see picks ranked strongest first, with probability, best odds, and the model's full reasoning. For player markets, jump to Props.

Probability Model

The model's estimated chance the outcome wins. A probability of 65% means the model thinks it wins 65 times in 100 equivalent scenarios.

Edge Value

The gap between model probability and the bookmaker's chance the price suggests from odds. A pick means the model thinks the true chance is higher than the price suggests.

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The top available decimal odds at the time of calculation. Odds move — always verify at your sportsbook before placing a bet.

EFL Championship pick types — what's on this page?

Market reference

Market	What it means	Best used for
1X2 (Match Result)	Home win, draw or away win over the full match.	Simple single bet or a low-risk multi leg.
Asian Handicap	Win by more than a handicap margin, with the draw removed.	When one side is expected to dominate or the match should be close.
Totals (O/U Goals)	Over or under the combined goals scored in the match.	Match tempo, attacking form, defensive matchups and scoring trends.
Player Props	Individual stats — shots, goals, assists, cards.	Exploit role changes, matchup edges or recent form streaks.

How to read EFL Championship picks in 4 steps

Find a match. Matches are listed in chronological order. Tap "Show Picks" to expand markets and reasoning for that fixture.
Check model probability. This is the model's estimated chance the outcome wins. Compare it against the chance suggested by odds to judge value yourself.
Read the gap. A pick is stronger when the model's chance is clearly higher than the bookmaker's price suggests. The bigger that gap, the more the price is in your favour.
Verify best odds. Odds displayed are a snapshot — always confirm at your sportsbook before placing. Line shopping across books on a strong pick makes a real difference to your long-run results.

Note: This page shows all model-generated EFL Championship picks — the strongest plays are sorted to the top of each game. All betting involves risk — always bet within your limits.

Data first

The model's chance, a value call, and best odds are shown for every pick — so you judge each selection on numbers rather than feel.

Monte Carlo models

20,000+ simulations per match estimate true outcome probabilities across every major EFL Championship market, updated as odds move daily.

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EFL Championship Picks FAQ

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What are EFL Championship picks?

EFL Championship picks are model-generated predictions for EFL Championship betting markets including match result, handicaps, totals and player props. Bet Better makes its picks with a model that works out how often each result happens, compares that to the bookmakers' prices, and lists the bets where the price looks too generous, with the reasoning written in plain English on every pick.

What is the difference between EFL Championship picks and EFL Championship best bets?

EFL Championship Picks shows the full set of model-generated predictions across every market for all upcoming matches. EFL Championship Best Bets is a curated shortlist — the subset of picks the model rates as highest confidence and strongest edge for that day. If you want everything, use Picks. If you want the model's top selections only, use Picks.

What types of EFL Championship picks are available?

The model generates picks across four major market types: 1X2 (match result), Asian Handicap, totals (over/under goals), and player props (individual stats such as shots and goals). Match markets and player markets are displayed together within each fixture, ranked so the strongest picks surface first.

How often are EFL Championship picks updated?

Picks are updated daily and re-run whenever bookmaker odds move significantly. As kick-off approaches, market liquidity increases and line movement can change the numbers on a pick. Between gameweeks or when no upcoming matches qualify, the page displays a notification and picks return automatically once new market data is available.

What makes something a pick here?

A pick happens when the model's number and the bookmaker's price disagree: the model works out how likely the result really is, and when that chance is clearly higher than the price gives credit for, the gap is what makes it a pick. The bigger the gap, the stronger the pick — over many bets, not as a guarantee on any single one.

Can I use EFL Championship picks as legs in multi bets?

Yes — individual picks can be combined as legs in a multi or same game multi. However, risk compounds with every leg added, so starting with 2–3 high-confidence selections is more efficient than building large multis around marginal picks. For structured multi recommendations with a combined chance shown, use the EFL Championship Multis page.

Does Bet Better guarantee EFL Championship picks will win?

No. EFL Championship picks are statistical predictions intended to help inform betting decisions — no outcome is ever guaranteed. All betting involves variance and risk; even high-confidence selections lose a proportion of the time. If gambling is affecting your health or finances, contact the National Gambling Helpline on 1800 858 858 or visit gamblinghelponline.org.au.

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Bristol City vs Watford: Watford Moneyline (+310)

Stoke City vs Sheffield United: Stoke City Draw No Bet (-116)

Burnley vs Derby County: Both Teams To Score: No (+105)

Queens Park Rangers vs Preston North End: Preston North End Draw No Bet (+250)

Birmingham City vs Middlesbrough: Birmingham City Draw No Bet (+110)

Portsmouth vs Blackburn Rovers: Blackburn Rovers Moneyline (+255)

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Bristol City vs Watford: Watford Moneyline (+310)

Stoke City vs Sheffield United: Stoke City Draw No Bet (-116)

Burnley vs Derby County: Both Teams To Score: No (+105)

Queens Park Rangers vs Preston North End: Preston North End Draw No Bet (+250)

Birmingham City vs Middlesbrough: Birmingham City Draw No Bet (+110)

Portsmouth vs Blackburn Rovers: Blackburn Rovers Moneyline (+255)

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