England : Championship
Bolton
Stoke CityRecent form
Head to head
Our prediction
Stoke City to win
@ 2.50Goals outlook
Win probability
Odds (1X2)
Bolton vs Stoke City preview
Bolton host Stoke City in the Championship (England) on Saturday 10 October 2026 at 15:00 Nigerian time. Here is our prediction, the odds, both teams' recent form and their head-to-head record.
Our model gives Bolton a 37% chance of winning, the draw 18% and Stoke City 45%. That makes our pick Stoke City to win with 55% confidence at odds of 2.50. For a safer option, the double chance X2 (Draw or Stoke City) covers two of the three results at odds of 1.44.
Goals: we expect about 3.2 goals (1.5 for Bolton, 1.7 for Stoke City). The chance of three or more goals is 62%, so our goals pick is Over 2.5 (85% confidence).
Form and head to head
In the table, Bolton are 16th with 17 points and Stoke City are 3rd with 26 points.
Frequently asked questions
Who will win Bolton vs Stoke City?
Our prediction is Stoke City to win (55% confidence) at odds of 2.50. Win chances: Bolton 37%, draw 18%, Stoke City 45%.
Will there be over 2.5 goals in Bolton vs Stoke City?
We expect about 3.2 goals. Our pick is Over 2.5 with 85% confidence (chance of 3+ goals: 62%).
What time is Bolton vs Stoke City?
Bolton vs Stoke City (Championship) kicks off on Saturday 10 October 2026 at 15:00 Nigerian time (WAT).
What is a safe bet for Bolton vs Stoke City?
The double chance X2 (Draw or Stoke City) covers two outcomes at odds of 1.44. No bet is risk-free – stake only what you can afford. 18+.
Predictions are estimates from our model, not guarantees. 18+ only – bet responsibly. More: today's predictions · Bet Slip Builder · booking codes.
Championship table
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Middlesbrough |
13 | 8 | 4 | 1 | 13 | 28 |
| 2 | Birmingham |
14 | 7 | 5 | 2 | 13 | 26 |
| 3 | Stoke City |
14 | 8 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 26 |
| 4 | Swansea |
14 | 8 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 26 |
| 5 | West Brom |
14 | 7 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 25 |
| 6 | Southampton |
14 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 15 | 24 |
| 7 | Wolves |
13 | 7 | 3 | 3 | 7 | 24 |
| 8 | West Ham |
13 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 15 | 22 |
| 9 | Sheffield Utd |
14 | 6 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 22 |
| 10 | Portsmouth |
14 | 6 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 22 |
| 11 | QPR |
14 | 5 | 6 | 3 | 5 | 21 |
| 12 | Norwich |
14 | 6 | 0 | 8 | 3 | 18 |
| 13 | Millwall |
14 | 5 | 3 | 6 | -1 | 18 |
| 14 | Blackburn |
14 | 5 | 3 | 6 | -2 | 18 |
| 15 | Bristol City |
13 | 5 | 3 | 5 | -2 | 18 |
| 16 | Bolton |
14 | 5 | 2 | 7 | -7 | 17 |
| 17 | Lincoln |
14 | 4 | 3 | 7 | -10 | 15 |
| 18 | Cardiff |
13 | 3 | 5 | 5 | -1 | 14 |
| 19 | Wrexham |
13 | 3 | 5 | 5 | -4 | 14 |
| 20 | Watford |
14 | 4 | 2 | 8 | -10 | 14 |
| 21 | Charlton |
14 | 3 | 5 | 6 | -11 | 14 |
| 22 | Burnley |
14 | 1 | 7 | 6 | -8 | 10 |
| 23 | Derby |
14 | 1 | 4 | 9 | -18 | 7 |
| 24 | Preston |
14 | 1 | 2 | 11 | -18 | 5 |
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