England Championship

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Wolverhampton begins the new Championship season with hopes of quickly reclaiming their place in the Premier League after a nightmarish previous campaign. Their opening match of the season is against Blackburn at home.

What can be expected from the hosts?

The Wolves were a complete wreck last season, and teams in similar situations often struggle to recover swiftly enough to present a markedly different side in the following season. This is particularly true even at a lower level in the English football hierarchy. There are doubts about whether the start will be easy for the "Wolves." Blackburn managed to secure their place at the end of the season, laying solid foundations, and it remains to be seen if they will build upon them now. The situation there is also uncertain, but it is anticipated that the visiting team will adopt a more cautious approach, making things challenging for their opponents.

Bet on under 3.5 goals and +1.5 AH. Handicap Away

It will be interesting to see if this combination proves successful.

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Bolton is making a return to the second tier of the English football pyramid for the first time in many years. The team will face Preston in the opening round of the season.

Will the hosts start with a victory?

In the first round, predictions can be quite uncertain, so it's important to approach forecasts with caution. Nevertheless, Bolton could take advantage of their home advantage and the likely vibrant atmosphere created by their home supporters, who are eager to see their team back in the Championship after a long period in the third tier of English football. Preston is not an unbeatable force that anyone should fear, especially when playing away from home.

Bet on a Bolton victory

Let’s see if the fans at the Reebok Stadium will be satisfied.

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Stoke City and Swansea have become accustomed to finishing in the middle of the table in the English Championship over recent seasons. Both teams have unclear ambitions as they begin this season.

Will there be goals?

In the opening matches of the campaign, it is quite difficult to determine whether a team is in form, how they will approach the respective match, and what will transpire on the pitch. The situation is quite relative, and thus any predictions made in the first 2-3 rounds, and even a bit beyond, should be taken with a degree of caution. Nevertheless, sometimes teams come out with great enthusiasm in their opening matches of a football season, which can lead to more interesting situations and, consequently, goals.

Bet on over 1.5 goals

Let’s see if there will be at least two goals to start with.

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Portsmouth embarks on their third consecutive campaign in the Championship, aiming for a more straightforward and quicker path to safety compared to previous seasons. Their first challenge is against QPR at home.

The visitors remain an enigma

For years, QPR has hovered around the middle of the table each season, with little prospect of contending for the top six and not particularly threatened by relegation. It is challenging to predict their current situation, which is also true for the hosts. Portsmouth was solid at home during the last campaign and will be looking to make a strong start in front of their fans. Overall, predictions for such matches tend to be somewhat uncertain.

Bet on 1X

A double chance is recommended in favour of the home side.

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Norwich managed to finish last season in the Championship on a high note and will now aim to maintain that level from the very beginning. Their first match is at home against West Bromwich Albion.

The Baggies are also hoping for improvement

West Brom faced a battle for survival at the end of the previous season, struggling particularly during the second half. It remains uncertain what to expect from the Baggies this time around. Both teams recorded decisive victories in the League Cup, scoring four goals each. Perhaps this is a sign of something similar to come in this match. The first round is filled with uncertainties, and one should not rush into any bets with too much confidence. Nevertheless, a suggestion can be made.

Bet on both teams to score

Let’s see if both teams can avoid a clean sheet after 90 minutes.

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Middlesbrough narrowly missed out on promotion at the end of last season in the Championship and will be hoping for a change in fortune this time around. The new campaign kicked off against the newly promoted Lincoln.

The guests have lost their manager

Michael Skubala departed after leading Lincoln to a historic position in the second tier of English football. This raises some questions regarding how Lincoln will perform in the new season, as moving up to a higher division is never an easy task, particularly for such a modest club. Middlesbrough will be aiming for a strong start, looking to score more goals in front of their home fans. Kim Helberg will be hoping that his team not only dominates on the pitch but also converts their chances into goals that lead to victories.

Bet on over 2.5 goals

A prediction of 3 goals is made, as surprises are quite common in the opening round of the season.

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The Championship season kicks off this week, and many matches appear to be completely unpredictable. One such match is between Charlton and Derby County.

Both teams are in a challenging position

Charlton narrowly avoided relegation in the penultimate round of the previous campaign, while Derby fought until the end for a playoff spot, but ultimately fell short. Both teams will be hoping to perform at least slightly better in the upcoming season, but it is difficult to predict what will happen in the opening round. Unexpected events often occur in debut matches, especially considering the small differences in quality between teams in the Championship.

Bet on under 2.5 goals

A prediction is made for no more than two goals in the match.

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Millwall came very close to securing a spot in the decisive playoff for promotion to the Premier League a few months ago. The new campaign kicks off for the "Lions" with a challenging visit to Bristol.

What can be expected from the hosts?

The hosts have appointed Michael Skubala as their manager, who led Lincoln to a historic title in League 1 and promotion to the Championship during the previous season. However, his start has not gone entirely as planned, suffering a 0:1 defeat to Walsall in the League Cup. Overall, this is a mid-table team that occasionally contends for playoff positions but rarely reaches them. Skubala's goal will be to change this. Millwall, on the other hand, will be looking to build on their impressive performances from a few months ago and aim to be among the frontrunners once again.

Betting on under 2.5 goals

The recommendation is to back the under, primarily due to a lack of more creative ideas.

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Sheffield United will be hoping for a significantly better start to the Championship season compared to the previous campaign. Chris Wilder's side begins their journey against Birmingham.

Questions for both sides

The "Blades" should be vying for promotion places this season, as their playing potential is considerably greater than the mid-table position they occupied a few months ago. To achieve this, they need to establish much greater solidity and consistency at home. Birmingham is a tricky opponent, who will also be looking for improvement compared to last season. However, there is uncertainty about how things will unfold for the Birmingham team, particularly in the opening rounds.

Bet on Sheffield to win with over 1.5 goals

It remains to be seen whether the hosts will start strongly.

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Watford embarks on another season, with uncertainty surrounding what can be expected from the "Hornets." Their first opponent is Southampton.

The "Saints" ended the previous campaign strongly

Under the management of Tonda Eckert, Southampton experienced a revival and reached the playoffs, ultimately qualifying for the final. However, they were disqualified due to a spying scandal, leaving a bitter taste for everyone associated with the club. Nonetheless, there remains hope that the impressive second half of the season can be replicated at the start of this campaign. That said, an away match in the opening round is not always an easy or pleasant task, so it is anticipated that the "Saints" will face challenges in London.

Bet on 1X

A double chance is being offered in favour of the capital's "Hornets."

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Burnley and West Ham kick off their Championship season with the hope of returning to the Premier League next year. It remains to be seen who will take control at Turf Moor.

The Hammers are favourites for the title

It is evident that Nuno Espírito Santo's team enters as a primary contender for the top spot, boasting the most expensive and high-quality squad in the division, and is generally a club whose place does not seem to be here. However, this assertion must be validated through strong performances on the pitch, including at less hospitable stadiums like this one. Burnley presents a slight enigma, led by Craig Bellamy, who was part of the club during the penultimate promotion, serving as an assistant to Vincent Kompany. Now, he has the opportunity to prove his worth in front of the team's supporters right from the start.

Bet on 1X and over 1.5 goals

It is believed that a straightforward win is also a possibility here.

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Cardiff swiftly returned to the Championship after spending a season in the third tier of English football. The new campaign kicks off against Wrexham.

A Welsh derby to start

The atmosphere in the Welsh capital is expected to be intense, as both teams aim for a strong start to the season. For the fans, there is arguably no more intriguing way to begin than with a local derby. Cardiff is known for playing a diverse and attractive style of football under the management of Brian Barry-Murphy, which could lead to some thrilling matches featuring the "Dragons." Meanwhile, Wrexham narrowly missed out on the playoffs last season and will be looking to build on their progress and demonstrate that their growth as a club is far from over.

Bet on 1X and over 2.5 goals

Cardiff is given the edge, with goals also being a likely outcome.