English Championship


BTTS Yes
Stoke City 3 - 1 Hull City
Who will win?
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Stoke City
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Draw
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Hull City
This weekend offers up an enticing encounter in the Championship as second placed Stoke City host a midtable and out of form Hull City as the Potters search to close the gap, at least provisionally, on Coventry at the top while Hull look to get right in the midst of a playoff battle, with fourth and 17th separated by just six points.
Key Betting Tips: BTTS at 1.7 odds on BOYLESports represents excellent value based on the tip provided by our algorithm.
odds subject to change.
This fixture looks enticing from a both teams to score perspective. Both sides boast some of the higher numbers of goals scored so far. Stoke have been excellent on home soil, conceding just five and scoring 14, but Hull have equally been incredible away from home – on the goals front anyway – scoring in seven of their eight visits. The only game they did not score in was, shock, to Coventry.
Stoke Predicted XI (4-2-3-1): Viktor Johansson; Eric Bocat, Ben Wilmot, Ashley Phillips, Junior Tchamadeu; Tatsuki Seko, Steven Nzonzi; Sorba Thomas, Bae Jun-Ho, Millon Manhoef; Robert Bozenik.
Wilmot could be fit in time, however, is currently a doubt for the fixture, while Lewis Baker will definitely be out for the game.
Hull Predicted XI (4-2-3-1): Ivor Pandur; Ryan Giles, Charlie Hughes, Semi Ajayi, Lewie Coyle; Regan Slater, Amir Hadziahmetovic; Joel Ndala, Dario Gyabi, Joe Gelhardt; Kyle Joseph.
The Tigers will be missing an array of players for this crucial clash. Eliot Matazo, John Lundstram, Kasey Palmer, Liam Millar, and Oli McBurnie are all out.
It is such a tight league table from Stoke downwards, with the Potters just about in second as things stand. A defeat in this game, however, could easily see them drop a few places. They will not be bothered by that, however, as their solid record of nine victories, three draws and five defeats boast confidence that they can beat many quality opponents in the division.
As for Hull, they are practically stuck in the middle of this insane battle in the second tier. This means they have a lot on the line on Saturday lunchtime, as a win could see them rise closer to the playoff spots, while a defeat could leave them as low as 17th.
Recent Head-to-Head Results:
For much of the last decade, these sides have been fighting their battles in the Championship, which feels like centuries ago when they were both enjoying life in the topflight. As for favourable record, Stoke stand tall, taking home 11 wins to Hull’s five in their last 19 meetings. Both teams to score is a likely scenario, with the market coming in three of their last four meetings.
Stoke Last 5 Matches:
Three wins in their last five in this league is an impressive return, however, the Potters will still be rueing their missed opportunity against the league leaders just three weeks ago.
Hull Last 5 Matches:
Hull will not be too pleased with their recent performances, losing three of their last four. This has also seen them drop down to midtable, something they will do well to avoid happening again on Saturday.
Our advanced algorithm analyses over 200 data points to generate these predictions with confidence in both teams to score. The model factors in current form, head-to-head records, player availability, and tactical matchups.
Football Park’s Best Bet: BTTS @ 1.7 - Recent form suggests confidence in a home win. At 60% chance of a both teams to score occurrence, it seems palpable that this situation is likely. Especially considering the recent scoring habits of both sides, this tip offers excellent value.
Viktor Johansson (Stoke): For all their brilliant habits in the final third, it is also in the defensive third where the Potters have strived. Swedish goalie Johansson has impressed immensely so far, keeping seven clean sheets in 17 starts, helping his side boast the best defensive record in the division.
Joe Gelhardt (Hull): The Leeds United loanee has been incredible for his club this season, scoring eight times so far with one of the best shot attempt records in the league, while also impressing in aerial duels.
Referee: Information not available.
Broadcast Details:
UK: Sky Sports Football, Sky Sports+ at 12:30 GMT.
Stadium Information: Located in Stoke-on-Trent, England, the bet365 Stadium can hold up to just over 30,000 supporters.
Stoke City 3-1 Hull City

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