Our football writer previews the English Football League Championship round 29 action which kicks off on Saturday 27 January 2018.
The English Championship is back this Saturday with four electrifying matches, affected by the FA Cup’s fourth round, but fear not! Seven more fixtures light up the Tuesday schedule, promising loads of top-tier football action. Let’s cut to the chase and dive straight into the action.
Saturday 27 January
Brentford 19/20 | Draw 51/20 | Norwich 49/20 (17:00)
Brentford and Norwich promise a scintillating clash this Saturday. The Bees are buzzing with five wins in their last six outings and are unbeaten at home since season start – a fantastic 13 game streak! Meanwhile, Norwich are licking wounds after a disappointing 2-1 defeat to Sheffield at home. Brentford’s 2-1 victory in the reverse fixture sets the stage for them to command the double over the Canaries.
Barnsley 51/20 | Draw 51/20 | Fulham 19/20 (17:00)
Barnsley are desperate to break their six-match home winless streak. Fulham are flying high with six games unbeaten, five wins in the bag, including three consecutive wins and have not conceded a goal in 11. Fulham hold the upper hand, unbeaten in the last five against Barnsley with four wins; an away win is strongly recommended.
Bristol City 17/20 | Draw 49/20 | QPR 29/10 (17:00)
Bristol City haven’t tasted victory in their last four games and have lost the last two at home. QPR suffered a tough 3-0 defeat at the hands of Middlesbrough but have been solid defensively away. Historically, four of the last five encounters between these teams have gone under 2.5 goals. Following this trend, the suggested bet is under 2.5 goals at 17/20.
Ipswich 17/4 | Draw 51/20 | Wolves 13/20 (17:00)
Ipswich struggle with consistency and currently sit 12th. The leaders Wolves, despite dropping points two weeks running, boast an impressive away record and are favourites to bounce back. Their recent head-to-heads include three goalless draws and a narrow 1-0 Wolves win. Consider backing Wolves to win straight or take on the Under 2.5 Goals market at 13/20.
Tuesday 30 January
Hull City 23/20 | Draw 9/4 | Leeds 23/10 (21:45)
Hull City are winless in seven and have endured tough battles with four defeats and three draws. Leeds have faltered recently with three losses in their last four games. This fixture could be a tight affair with both sides cancelling each other out. Expect a draw.
Birmingham 11/10 | Draw 2/1 | Sunderland 26/10 (21:45)
Birmingham are second from the bottom with only six wins from 28 games; Sunderland are just above them by one point. An early relegation clash to watch with Birmingham tipped to take advantage of their home turf at even money.
Middlesbrough 6/10 | Draw 26/10 | Sheffield Wed. 9/2 (21:45)
Middlesbrough have slipped at home with two straight losses but bounced back impressively with a 3-0 away win at QPR. Sheffield Wednesday are in a drought, winless in their last four, with two defeats. Given Boro’s dominance in the last four clashes, backing Middlesbrough at home is wise.
Millwall 16/10 | Draw 2/1 | Derby 17/10 (21:45)
Millwall come off a thrilling 4-3 victory over Leeds and are unbeaten in six at home. Derby have been solid on the road with ten unbeaten matches. Historic encounters show lots of goals, averaging 3.2 in the last five games. The Over 2.5 Goals at 12/10 looks like a great bet.
Nottingham 31/20 | Draw 21/10 | Preston 7/4 (21:45)
Nottingham impressed recently against Wolves with a 2-0 win but have struggled at home with three consecutive losses. Preston are winless in three but unbeaten in six away. Their last three games ended in 1-1 draws, so another draw may be on the cards.
Sheffield Utd 5/4 | Draw 2/1 | Aston Villa 23/10 (21:45)
Sheffield United earned a gritty 2-1 away win recently but have just one home win in six. Aston Villa are flying high with four straight wins, 10 goals scored, and just one conceded. Expect goals from both sides; Both Teams to Score at 9/10 is a confident pick.
Burton Albion 37/20 | Draw 2/1 | Reading 15/10 (21:45)
Burton Albion are struggling with back-to-back losses and a heavy 6-0 defeat last time. Reading haven’t won in eight games with five defeats. Historically, the two teams have shared a lot of goals, with an average of 4.5 in four meetings. The Over 2.5 Goals at 12/10 is recommended.
TREBLE TIPPED @ 7/1
Brentford Win 19/20
Sheffield Utd vs Aston Villa BTTS 9/10
Burton Albion vs Reading Over 2.5 Goals 12/10
