Stoke City vs Sheffield Wednesday predictions, Apr 03, 2026

Mar 27, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

English League Championship, on Friday,

Stoke

Sheff Wed

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Stoke City hosts Sheffield Wednesday on April 3, 2026, in a crucial English League Championship clash at the bet365 Stadium. Both teams are currently struggling for form, with Stoke securing just one victory in their last five outings, while Sheffield Wednesday has yet to find the back of the net for a win in the same timeframe.

Tactically, Stoke will look to capitalize on their home advantage, where they typically hold a more commanding presence. Their recent victory, though limited in number, may provide a mental boost. Meanwhile, Sheffield Wednesday’s continuous winless streak reflects deeper issues, potentially impacting their confidence heading into this matchup.

Bookmakers favor the Potters with odds of 1.3 for a home victory, suggesting a strong expectation for them to capitalize on their home pitch. The probability model indicates a 44.2% chance of a home win, juxtaposed with a mere 16.1% chance for the visitors. However, given both teams’ erratic recent performances, unpredictability looms large.

In conclusion, while Stoke holds a slight edge based on form and home advantage, the match remains open, with Sheffield Wednesday capable of springing a surprise if they can find their scoring touch.

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Stoke
72.3%		 Draw
18.3%		 Sheff Wed
9.4%

Prediction (the most likely score): 2:0

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
bet_at_home 1.32 5.48 9.47
betsson 1.32 4.94 10.77
MarathonBet 1.28 5.3 10.5 Watch Watch and Bet
WilliamHill 1.3 5 9.5
Pinnacle 1.3 5.38 9.64

Latest Results

20.03.26 Preston North End – Stoke City – 3:1
14.03.26 Stoke City – Watford FC – 3:1
10.03.26 Stoke City – Ipswich Town – 3:3
07.03.26 Swansea City – Stoke City – 2:0
28.02.26 Coventry City – Stoke City – 2:1		 21.03.26 Hull City – Sheffield Wednesday – 3:1
14.03.26 Sheffield Wednesday – Ipswich Town – 0:2
10.03.26 Sheffield Wednesday – Watford FC – 1:1
07.03.26 Derby County – Sheffield Wednesday – 2:1
28.02.26 Sheffield Wednesday – Southampton FC – 1:3

Facts

  • A meeting between a mid-table team and the outsider will take place in this match (ranked 15 and 24 in the zone Relegation ~ League One).
  • Sheff Wed is Relegated to League One
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Stoke won 2.
  • Recent form of Stoke has been disappointing (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • Sheff Wed is going through a series of losses (in the last 5 games, wins – 0).
  • In this match, Stoke is the obvious favorite.
  • In the last 12 head-to-head matches, Stoke won 5 matches, drew 4 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 14:9. (average 1.2:0.8).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Stoke won 4 matches, drew 1 match, lost 1 match, and goals 8:3. (average 1.3:0.5).

    Latest Head To Head

    16.08.25 Sheffield Wednesday – Stoke City – 0:3
    18.04.25 Stoke City – Sheffield Wednesday – 2:0
    21.12.24 Sheffield Wednesday – Stoke City – 2:0
    13.04.24 Sheffield Wednesday – Stoke City – 1:1
    09.12.23 Stoke City – Sheffield Wednesday – 0:1

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Coventry 39 24 8 7 81:40 41 80
    2 Middlesbrough 39 20 11 8 59:37 22 71
    3 Ipswich 38 19 12 7 67:39 28 69
    4 Millwall 39 20 9 10 53:44 9 69
    5 Hull 39 20 6 13 62:57 5 66
    6 Southampton 39 17 12 10 63:48 15 63
    7 Wrexham 39 17 12 10 60:51 9 63
    8 Derby 39 17 9 13 56:48 8 60
    9 Watford 39 14 14 11 50:46 4 56
    10 Norwich 39 16 6 17 52:46 6 54
    11 Birmingham 39 14 11 14 48:49 -1 53
    12 QPR 39 15 8 16 55:61 -6 53
    13 Preston 39 13 13 13 45:49 -4 52
    14 Swansea 39 15 7 17 44:49 -5 52
    15 Stoke 39 14 9 16 46:43 3 51
    16 Bristol City 39 14 9 16 49:50 -1 51
    17 Sheffield Utd 39 15 5 19 54:54 0 50
    18 Charlton 39 12 12 15 36:46 -10 48
    19 Blackburn 39 11 10 18 36:49 -13 43
    20 West Brom 39 11 10 18 40:54 -14 43
    21 Portsmouth 38 10 10 18 37:54 -17 40
    22 Leicester 39 11 12 16 51:60 -9 39
    23 Oxford Utd 39 9 12 18 36:51 -15 39
    24 Sheffield Wed ✔ 39 1 9 29 24:79 -55 -6

    English League Championship Outrights

    1. Coventry: 1.03 (89.43%)

    2. Middlesbrough: 30.5 (3.02%)

    3. Ipswich: 31.25 (2.95%)

    4. Southampton: 100 (0.92%)

    5. Wrexham: 100 (0.92%)

    6. Millwall: 100 (0.92%)

    7. Derby: 100 (0.92%)

    8. Hull City: 100 (0.92%)

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