{"id":1423984,"date":"2026-01-15T11:04:32","date_gmt":"2026-01-15T11:04:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/?post_type=news&p=1423984"},"modified":"2026-01-15T11:04:34","modified_gmt":"2026-01-15T11:04:34","slug":"match-preview-stoke-vs-qpr-17-01-26-championship","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/match-preview-stoke-vs-qpr-17-01-26-championship\/","title":{"rendered":"Stoke City vs Queens Park Rangers: predictions, stats, tips & odds"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Stoke City and Queens Park Rangers clash in a mid-table Championship <\/a>showdown at the bet365 Stadium, with both sides hunting points to push higher up the table. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kick-off is set for 15:00 on Saturday, and with just two points separating the sides, every goal and defensive action could prove critical. The spotlight falls on Stoke\u2019s formidable defence against QPR\u2019s unpredictable attack \u2013 a classic clash of styles that could shape the playoff race.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Best Bets & Predictions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Based on season-long defensive solidity and recent head-to-head patterns, our standout prediction is Stoke City to win. The Potters\u2019 home record and defensive edge give them a statistical advantage. We also see value in backing Both Teams To Score \u2013 Yes, with both sides capable of finding the net, and a correct score play for the more adventurous punter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our Prediction<\/th>\nOdds & Bookmaker<\/th>\nConfidence<\/th>\nWhy We’re Backing It<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Stoke City to Win<\/strong><\/td>\n1\/1 @ Bet365<\/a>
(50.0%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nStoke have the Championship\u2019s best defence (23 conceded, 10 clean sheets) and are tough to break down at home. QPR\u2019s attack is prolific but inefficient, and their defensive record (39 conceded) is suspect. We\u2019re backing Stoke to edge this based on defensive numbers and home form.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Divin Mubama Anytime Goalscorer<\/strong><\/td>\n15\/8 @ Bet365<\/a>
(34.8%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nMubama leads Stoke\u2019s line and faces a QPR defence conceding 1.5 goals per game. He\u2019s likely to get chances and is a focal point for a team that creates high-quality opportunities through Sorba Thomas (6 assists).<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Odds correct at the time of writing.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Season Form & Standings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Stoke City sit in 8th with 40 points from 26 games, while QPR are 11th on 38 points. Stoke boast a +9 goal difference and the league\u2019s stingiest defence, while QPR\u2019s -1 goal difference reflects their attacking output offset by defensive woes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Team<\/th>\nPos<\/th>\nP<\/th>\nW<\/th>\nD<\/th>\nL<\/th>\nGF<\/th>\nGA<\/th>\nGD<\/th>\nPts<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Stoke City<\/td>\n8<\/td>\n26<\/td>\n12<\/td>\n4<\/td>\n10<\/td>\n32<\/td>\n23<\/td>\n+9<\/td>\n40<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Queens Park Rangers<\/td>\n11<\/td>\n26<\/td>\n11<\/td>\n5<\/td>\n10<\/td>\n38<\/td>\n39<\/td>\n-1<\/td>\n38<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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