TheODDSbible's Championship Betting Preview

Brentford v Fulham

Fulham make the short trip to Brentford in the first Championship game of the weekend. Both sides are evenly matched going into this one, with just the one point separating them in the league. Fulham will be feeling confident going into this one on the back of that 5-0 win to Huddersfield. Brentford have lost just once at home this season, Fulham's away record is similar with their only loss on the road being to Steve Bruce's Aston Villa.

Suggested Bet: Both teams to score 4/7

Wolves v Derby

Both of these two sides have nothing really to cheer about so far this season with only goal difference separating them in the table. Wolves haven't won in six games, whilst Derby have won once in five away from home. Wolves usually get a goal at home as do Derby when playing away and Wolves have conceded in each of their last five at the Molineux.

Suggested Bet: Both teams to score 1/1

Aston Villa v Blackburn

Aston Villa have really started to pick up since Steve Bruce took over. Still unbeaten at home, the West Midlands side host second bottom Blackburn who have lost five out of their seven away games so far this season. Villa are fully expected to won this one. Steve Bruce knows these are the must win games if he wants to climb up the table.

Suggested Bet: Aston Villa win 4/6

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Burton v Barnsley

Since gaining promotion Barnsley have done the best out of themselves, Burton and Wigan. Winning three out of their last five away games, Barnsley will be hoping to beat a Burton side they were unbeaten against last season. However, victory may not be straight forward as Burton have won four from seven at the Pirelli, failing to score just once.

Suggested Bet: Burton Draw no bet 4/7

Huddersfield v Birmingham

With three losses in four Huddersfield have started to drop down the table, and that 5-0 defeat to Fulham last week did them no favours in terms of confidence. Huddersfield still have great home form with six wins in seven, meanwhile Birmingham haven't won away in almost two months, with only two away wins in total.

Suggested Bet: Huddersfield to win either half 8/13

Newcastle v Cardiff

Cardiff make a long journey to Newcastle this weekend in what could be a long afternoon for the Welsh side. Newcastle have won five out of their last six home games. Neil Warnock may have started well as Manager of Cardiff but this game may just be a stretch to far for the Bluebirds.

Suggested Bet: Over 1.5 Newcastle goals 4/7

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Norwich v Leeds

Norwich may still be in shock after that 5-0 defeat to Brighton last week, this weeks game will be a test of their character to bounce back with a win. They host Leeds at home and after five wins from seven games at Carrow Road they should be confident of a win. Leeds have lost four games away from home so far, and it could very well be five after this fixture.

Suggested Bet: Both teams to score 4/5

Nottm Forest v QPR

15 points from 15 games sees Forest sit in 20^th position, just one point outside the bottom three. Forest have won just once since August and are starting to feel the pressure. QPR have failed to score just once on the road and with Forest keeping up their trend of high scoring games we could very well see a few goals in this one.

Suggested Bet: Over 2.5 Match goals 9/10

Rotherham v Preston

Every week Rotherham seem to fall further and further behind. After 15 games they are already eight points off safety and the season will only get longer from here on out. With recent wins against Villa, Huddersfield and Norwich Preston will be confident to get the win. The Lilywhites have been impressive recently after a slow start to the campaign .

Suggested Bet: Preston Win 11/8

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Sheff Wed v Ipswich

A win this weekend could give Wednesday the opportunity to break into the top six, and with four wins from five at Hillsborough the South Yorkshire side will be expected to beat Mick McCarthys Ipswich side who have one win on the road so far this season, losing four. Wednesday will want to put pressure on the promotion hopefuls with a home victory.

Suggested Bet: Sheff Wed win 3/4

Wigan v Reading

Wigan have really struggled since their return to the Championship and a visit from Reading won't be any easier. Reading have got better and better since the season has gone on and are now 5^th in the league on 25 points. Wigan meanwhile are in the relegation zone. Wigan have only conceded four goals at the DW but have failed to score in four games themselves.

Suggested Bet: Reading draw no bet 1/1

Bristol City v Brighton

A Glenn Murray hattrick helped Brighton thrash Norwich 5-0 last week to help Brighton move into 2^nd place, just three points behind Newcastle. Bristol City have been in good form themselves and are occupying 6^th place in the table. Bristol Cities only loss at Ashton Gate so far has been to Newcastle. A win for Brighton may not be so straightforward.

Suggested Bet: Both teams to score 4/5

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