Wednesday's Championship predictions including Leeds vs. Norwich

Leeds vs. Norwich (Wednesday, 7.45pm)

The deadliest attacks in the Championship will lock horns at a packed-out Elland Road on Wednesday night when Leeds United host Norwich City for a crucial second-tier clash.

The Whites are storming towards promotion to the Premier League at the second attempt, whilst the Canaries are aiming to keep sight of the top-six places heading into February.

We say: Leeds United 2-0 Norwich City

Unbeaten at Elland Road since September, Leeds should be supremely confident of recording another Yorkshire triumph in front of their home faithful on Wednesday.

The arrivals of Sargent and new signing Jurasek onto the pitch could provide a real boost to Norwich's chances of a result, although we feel that the hosts will be too strong.

> Championship preview: Leeds vs Norwich

Portsmouth vs. Stoke (Wednesday, 7.45pm)

Stoke City boss Mark Robins will look to maintain his unbeaten start to his tenure when the Potters take on Portsmouth in Wednesday's Championship encounter.

Meanwhile, Portsmouth will be hoping to continue their impressive home form after avoiding defeat in each of their last six matches at Fratton Park.

We say: Portsmouth 1-1 Stoke City

Portsmouth will be targeting another home win after winning five of their last six matches at Fratton Park, but we think they may have to settle for a point when they face a Stoke side that have drawn each of their previous three games.

> Championship preview: Portsmouth vs Stoke

Sheff Weds vs. Bristol City (Wednesday, 7.45pm)

Both looking to boost their unlikely playoff charges, Sheffield Wednesday and Bristol City will clash at Hillsborough on Wednesday night for an all-important Championship contest.

The Owls were convincing losers in a Yorkshire derby on the weekend, whilst the Robins' struggles on the road continued at the home of Frank Lampard's Coventry City.

We say: Sheffield Wednesday 2-1 Bristol City

After a sobering afternoon at Elland Road on Sunday in a Yorkshire derby, Sheffield Wednesday will be desperate to produce an improved showing against Bristol City on Wednesday.

The Robins have been poor travellers since the end of November, and we can envisage their winless run away from Ashton Gate extending to seven matches.

> Championship preview: Sheff Weds vs Bristol City

Plymouth vs. Burnley (Wednesday, 8.00pm)

At risk of being cut adrift at the foot of the second tier, Plymouth Argyle will host promotion-chasing Burnley at Home Park for a Championship fixture on Wednesday night.

The Green Army have failed to enjoy a new manager bounce after two matches, whereas the Scott Parker-led Clarets are marching towards an instant return to the Premier League.

We say: Plymouth Argyle 0-1 Burnley

Facing a formidable Burnley backline, Plymouth are likely to struggle to pose a threat at Home Park as they seek to end a 13-game winless run in the league.

The Clarets have the potential to slip up on the road in the Championship, although we feel that Parker's men should be good enough for victory on Wednesday against the division's bottom side.

> Championship preview: Plymouth vs Burnley

Written by

Oliver Thomas