Championship Odds (IL, US)

Championship Season: Aug – MayOff-Season
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August 2026

12 matches · 4 days

Fri, Aug 141 match
Blackburn Rovers@Wolverhampton U21
7:00 PM
Sat, Aug 158 matches
Preston North End@Bolton Wanderers
11:30 AM
Lincoln City@Middlesbrough
2:00 PM
West Bromwich Albion@Norwich City
2:00 PM
Derby County@Charlton Athletic
2:00 PM
Swansea City@Stoke City
2:00 PM
Queens Park Rangers@Portsmouth
2:00 PM
Millwall@Bristol City
2:00 PM
Birmingham City@Sheffield United
4:30 PM
Sun, Aug 162 matches
Southampton@Watford
12:30 PM
West Ham United@Burnley
3:00 PM
Mon, Aug 171 match
Wrexham AFC@Cardiff City
7:00 PM

12 upcoming matches.

We compare Championship odds across 14 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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Super Bowl Winner
Chiefs+450
+$12
Eagles+600
+2.1% EV
Bills+800
👍
Lions+900
👍
49ers+1000
+$8
Ravens+1100
👍
Bengals+1400
+0.8% EV
Cowboys+1600
+$12

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Aug 14

Wolverhampton U21 vs Blackburn Rovers

Fri, Aug 14, 7:00 PM

BookmakerWolverhampton U21DrawBlackburn Rovers
Best Odds
-200
William Hill
+330
FanDuel
+470
FanDuel
FanDuelFanDuel
-208+330+470
ReBetReBet
William HillWilliam Hill
-200+300+450

Aug 15

Bolton Wanderers vs Preston North End

Sat, Aug 15, 11:30 AM

BookmakerBolton WanderersDrawPreston North End
Best Odds
+125
William Hill
+240
FanDuel
+220
FanDuel
FanDuelFanDuel
+120+240+220
ReBetReBet
William HillWilliam Hill
+125+220+200

Middlesbrough vs Lincoln City

Sat, Aug 15, 2:00 PM

BookmakerMiddlesbroughDrawLincoln City
Best Odds
-345
William Hill
+450
William Hill
+800
FanDuel
FanDuelFanDuel
-357+450+800
ReBetReBet
William HillWilliam Hill
-345+450+650

Norwich City vs West Bromwich Albion

Sat, Aug 15, 2:00 PM

BookmakerNorwich CityDrawWest Bromwich Albion
Best Odds
+105
FanDuel
+250
FanDuel
+250
FanDuel
FanDuelFanDuel
+105+250+250
ReBetReBet
William HillWilliam Hill
+100+240+230

Charlton Athletic vs Derby County

Sat, Aug 15, 2:00 PM

BookmakerCharlton AthleticDrawDerby County
Best Odds
+150
FanDuel
+240
FanDuel
+170
FanDuel
FanDuelFanDuel
+150+240+170
ReBetReBet
William HillWilliam Hill
+145+220+170

Stoke City vs Swansea City

Sat, Aug 15, 2:00 PM

BookmakerStoke CityDrawSwansea City
Best Odds
+145
FanDuel
+230
FanDuel
+188
William Hill
FanDuelFanDuel
+145+230+185
ReBetReBet
William HillWilliam Hill
+130+220+188

Portsmouth vs Queens Park Rangers

Sat, Aug 15, 2:00 PM

BookmakerPortsmouthDrawQueens Park Rangers
Best Odds
+110
William Hill
+260
FanDuel
+230
FanDuel
FanDuelFanDuel
+110+260+230
ReBetReBet
William HillWilliam Hill
+110+240+210

Bristol City vs Millwall

Sat, Aug 15, 2:00 PM

BookmakerBristol CityDrawMillwall
Best Odds
+150
FanDuel
+240
William Hill
+170
FanDuel
FanDuelFanDuel
+150+240+170
ReBetReBet
William HillWilliam Hill
+140+240+162

Sheffield United vs Birmingham City

Sat, Aug 15, 4:30 PM

BookmakerSheffield UnitedDrawBirmingham City
Best Odds
+155
FanDuel
+230
FanDuel
+175
FanDuel
FanDuelFanDuel
+155+230+175
ReBetReBet
William HillWilliam Hill
+140+220+175

Aug 16

Watford vs Southampton

Sun, Aug 16, 12:30 PM

BookmakerWatfordDrawSouthampton
Best Odds
+230
FanDuel
+260
FanDuel
+110
FanDuel
FanDuelFanDuel
+230+260+110
William HillWilliam Hill
+225+230+100

Burnley vs West Ham United

Sun, Aug 16, 3:00 PM

BookmakerBurnleyDrawWest Ham United
Best Odds
+185
FanDuel
+250
FanDuel
+130
FanDuel
FanDuelFanDuel
+185+250+130
ReBetReBet
William HillWilliam Hill
+180+240+125

Aug 17

Cardiff City vs Wrexham AFC

Mon, Aug 17, 7:00 PM

BookmakerCardiff CityDrawWrexham AFC
Best Odds
+135
FanDuel
+260
FanDuel
+175
FanDuel
FanDuelFanDuel
+135+260+175
ReBetReBet
William HillWilliam Hill
+130+250+162

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Chiefs+450
+$12
Eagles+600
+2.1% EV
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👍
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+$8
Ravens+1100
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+0.8% EV
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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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