Championship Odds (IL, US)
April 2026
24 matches · 5 days
24 upcoming matches.
We compare Championship odds across 12 bookmakers in IL, United States
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Illinois bettors have access to comprehensive Championship odds comparison through OddsGuard's platform, which aggregates lines from regulated sportsbooks including DraftKings, FanDuel, and BetMGM operating under the state's legal sports betting framework. Since Illinois launched online sports betting in 2020, the market has matured into one of the most liquid in the Midwest, with Championship odds Illinois markets reflecting strong handle from the state's passionate soccer community.
While Illinois lacks a direct Championship presence, the state's soccer fans gravitate toward Chicago Fire FC's broader soccer culture and maintain strong connections to English football through the city's substantial international population. The Championship's second-tier English league draws significant Illinois betting interest due to its unpredictability and value opportunities that seasoned bettors recognize. Championship betting odds Illinois markets often show sharper line movement than top-flight leagues, creating opportunities for bettors who understand promotion/relegation dynamics and can identify market inefficiencies across the 46-match season.
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Tomorrow
Portsmouth vs Oxford United
Mon, Apr 6, 12:30 PM
Millwall vs Norwich City
Mon, Apr 6, 1:00 PM
Sheffield Wednesday vs Leicester City
Mon, Apr 6, 3:00 PM
Watford vs Charlton Athletic
Mon, Apr 6, 3:00 PM
Preston North End vs Queens Park Rangers
Mon, Apr 6, 3:00 PM
Blackburn Rovers vs West Bromwich Albion
Mon, Apr 6, 3:00 PM
Derby County vs Stoke City
Mon, Apr 6, 3:00 PM
Bristol City vs Sheffield United
Mon, Apr 6, 3:00 PM
Ipswich Town vs Birmingham City
Mon, Apr 6, 3:00 PM
Swansea City vs Middlesbrough
Mon, Apr 6, 5:30 PM
Tuesday
Friday
West Bromwich Albion vs Millwall
Fri, Apr 10, 7:00 PM
| Bookmaker | West Bromwich Albion | Draw | Millwall |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Odds | +163 BetRivers | +225 BetRivers | +167 ReBet |
 BetRivers | +163 | +225 | +163 |
 ReBet | +144 | +216 | +167 |
Saturday
Norwich City vs Ipswich Town
Sat, Apr 11, 11:30 AM
| Bookmaker | Norwich City | Draw | Ipswich Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Odds | +220 BetRivers | +255 BetRivers | +110 BetRivers |
| BetRivers | +220 | +255 | +110 |
| ReBet | +210 | +242 | +106 |
Coventry City vs Sheffield Wednesday
Sat, Apr 11, 11:30 AM
| Bookmaker | Coventry City | Draw | Sheffield Wednesday |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Odds | -769 ReBet | +800 BetRivers | +2000 BetRivers |
| BetRivers | -1000 | +800 | +2000 |
| ReBet | -769 | +580 | +1375 |
Queens Park Rangers vs Bristol City
Sat, Apr 11, 11:30 AM
| Bookmaker | Queens Park Rangers | Draw | Bristol City |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Odds | +135 BetRivers | +230 BetRivers | +190 BetRivers |
| BetRivers | +135 | +230 | +190 |
| ReBet | +131 | +224 | +180 |
Stoke City vs Blackburn Rovers
Sat, Apr 11, 2:00 PM
| Bookmaker | Stoke City | Draw | Blackburn Rovers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Odds | +133 BetRivers | +225 BetRivers | +200 BetRivers |
| BetRivers | +133 | +225 | +200 |
| ReBet | +124 | +214 | +199 |
Charlton Athletic vs Preston North End
Sat, Apr 11, 2:00 PM
| Bookmaker | Charlton Athletic | Draw | Preston North End |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Odds | +135 BetRivers | +220 BetRivers | +200 BetRivers |
| BetRivers | +135 | +220 | +200 |
| ReBet | +133 | +210 | +187 |
Leicester City vs Swansea City
Sat, Apr 11, 2:00 PM
| Bookmaker | Leicester City | Draw | Swansea City |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Odds | +135 BetRivers | +240 BetRivers | +188 BetRivers |
| BetRivers | +135 | +240 | +188 |
| ReBet | +123 | +228 | +188 |
Sheffield United vs Hull City
Sat, Apr 11, 2:00 PM
| Bookmaker | Sheffield United | Draw | Hull City |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Odds | -154 BetRivers | +295 BetRivers | +370 BetRivers |
| BetRivers | -154 | +295 | +370 |
| ReBet | -154 | +285 | +330 |
Middlesbrough vs Portsmouth
Sat, Apr 11, 2:00 PM
| Bookmaker | Middlesbrough | Draw | Portsmouth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Odds | -175 BetRivers | +300 BetRivers | +440 BetRivers |
| BetRivers | -175 | +300 | +440 |
| ReBet | -179 | +290 | +400 |
Oxford United vs Watford
Sat, Apr 11, 2:00 PM
| Bookmaker | Oxford United | Draw | Watford |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Odds | +205 BetRivers | +225 BetRivers | +130 BetRivers |
| BetRivers | +205 | +225 | +130 |
Southampton vs Derby County
Sat, Apr 11, 2:00 PM
| Bookmaker | Southampton | Draw | Derby County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Odds | -130 BetRivers | +280 BetRivers | +320 BetRivers |
| BetRivers | -130 | +280 | +320 |
| ReBet | -137 | +270 | +300 |
Apr 12
Birmingham City vs Wrexham AFC
Sun, Apr 12, 11:00 AM
| Bookmaker | Birmingham City | Draw | Wrexham AFC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Odds | -114 BetRivers | +260 BetRivers | +285 BetRivers |
| BetRivers | -114 | +260 | +285 |
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Championship Odds Comparison in Illinois
Championship odds in American format translate differently than Premier League markets due to the league's competitive balance. Moneyline odds for Championship matches typically range from +120 to +280 for underdogs, with favorites rarely dropping below -150. The three-way moneyline remains the primary market, though totals betting (usually set at 2.5 goals) and Asian handicaps provide additional value angles. Illinois bettors benefit from comparing lines across multiple books, as Championship markets often show 10-15 point variations in vig between operators.
Key factors driving Championship odds include promotion race positioning, managerial changes, and transfer window activity. The league's playoff system creates unique betting dynamics in spring months, when teams fighting for Premier League promotion see dramatic line movement. Illinois bettors should monitor closing line value, as Championship markets are less efficient than top-tier leagues, offering opportunities for sharp money to find edges.
How do Championship promotion odds work in Illinois sportsbooks?
Promotion odds reflect each team's chances of reaching the Premier League through automatic promotion (top 2) or playoffs (positions 3-6). These futures markets update throughout the season, with significant movement following key results and transfer activity.
What makes Championship betting different from Premier League odds?
Championship markets show higher variance and less sharp money, creating opportunities for informed bettors. The league's salary cap and financial fair play rules create more competitive balance, making outright winners harder to predict but offering better value for patient bettors.
- 1X2 (Match Result)
- The three-way market: Home Win (1), Draw (X), or Away Win (2). The draw option makes soccer betting fundamentally different from most American sports.
- Asian Handicap
- A spread system that eliminates the draw by using quarter-goal increments (e.g., -0.25, -0.75). If the result lands exactly on the handicap, half the stake is refunded.
- Both Teams to Score (BTTS)
- A simple yes/no bet on whether both teams will score at least one goal during the match. Independent of the final result.
- Draw No Bet (DNB)
- A two-way moneyline that removes the draw — if the match ends level, your stake is refunded. Lower odds than the 1X2 line but eliminates one losing outcome.
- Double Chance
- Covers two of three possible outcomes: 1X (home or draw), X2 (draw or away), or 12 (either team wins). Lower odds but higher win probability.
- Correct Score
- A bet on the exact final scoreline. High odds due to difficulty, but a popular market in soccer given the low-scoring nature of the sport.
- Over/Under Goals
- A bet on whether total goals will exceed or fall short of a line, commonly set at 2.5. "Over 2.5" requires 3+ goals in the match.
- Moneyline
- A straight-up wager on which side wins. No point spread involved — you simply pick the winner.
- Vig (Juice)
- The bookmaker's commission built into every line. Standard vig is around -110 on each side, meaning you risk $110 to win $100.
- Implied Probability
- The likelihood of an outcome as suggested by the odds. For example, -200 implies a 66.7% chance. Comparing implied probability across bookmakers reveals where value exists.
- Closing Line Value (CLV)
- The difference between the odds you locked in and the odds at the time the market closes. Consistently beating the closing line is the strongest predictor of long-term betting profit.
- Line Movement
- Changes in odds between when a market opens and when it closes. Driven by sharp money, public betting patterns, injuries, and other news.
- Bankroll
- The total amount of money you've set aside specifically for betting. Effective bankroll management — typically risking 1-3% per wager — is essential for surviving variance.
- Unit
- A standardized bet size, typically 1% of your bankroll. Tracking results in units rather than dollars normalizes performance regardless of stake size.
- Hedge
- Placing a bet on the opposite side of an existing wager to lock in a guaranteed profit or reduce exposure, often used with futures or parlays.
- Parlay (Accumulator)
- A single bet combining two or more selections. All picks must win for the parlay to pay out. Higher potential return but significantly lower probability.
- Futures
- Long-term bets on outcomes determined at the end of a season or tournament, such as championship winners, MVP awards, or win totals.
- Live Betting (In-Play)
- Placing wagers while a game is in progress. Odds update continuously based on score, time remaining, and game flow.
- Overround
- The total implied probability across all outcomes in a market. An overround above 100% represents the bookmaker's margin. Lower overround means better value for bettors.
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