{"id":1443436,"date":"2026-04-16T11:50:26","date_gmt":"2026-04-16T10:50:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/?post_type=news&p=1443436"},"modified":"2026-04-16T11:50:27","modified_gmt":"2026-04-16T10:50:27","slug":"match-preview-sheffield-wednesday-vs-charlton-18-04-26-championship","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/match-preview-sheffield-wednesday-vs-charlton-18-04-26-championship\/","title":{"rendered":"Sheffield Wednesday vs Charlton Athletic: predictions, stats, tips & odds"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Desperation meets opportunity at Hillsborough as bottom-placed Sheffield Wednesday<\/a> host a Charlton Athletic<\/a> side looking to secure safety in the Championship<\/a>. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While Charlton have only one win in their last six against Wednesday, the hosts\u2019 woeful defensive record makes this a must-watch clash for those seeking value in the markets. Kick-off is set for Saturday at Hillsborough\u2014expect plenty of tension as both clubs try to salvage pride from a difficult season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

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

Based on season-long stats and recent trends, here are our top betting recommendations for this match. We’re particularly confident in Charlton to win, given their superior attack and Wednesday\u2019s leaky defence.<\/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
Charlton to Win<\/strong><\/td>\nBet365<\/a> 4\/6<\/a>
(60.0%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nCharlton are far more productive in attack (39 goals, 22 assists) compared to Wednesday\u2019s 25 goals. Wednesday have conceded 82 times and sit bottom for a reason\u2014the Addicks\u2019 superior xG and big chance creation suggest they should find a way through.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Both Teams to Score: Yes<\/strong><\/td>\nBet365<\/a> 10\/11<\/a>
(52.4%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nWednesday have managed to score in recent home games despite their struggles, and Charlton\u2019s defence has kept just 13 clean sheets. Both sides\u2019 attacking contributors and defensive frailties point to goals at both ends.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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

    Sheffield Wednesday have endured a torrid campaign, sitting bottom after 42 games with just one win and a goal difference of -57. Charlton, while inconsistent, have shown greater resilience and attacking threat, reflected in their mid-table position.<\/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
    Sheffield Wednesday<\/td>\n24<\/td>\n42<\/td>\n1<\/td>\n11<\/td>\n30<\/td>\n25<\/td>\n82<\/td>\n-57<\/td>\n-4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Charlton Athletic<\/td>\n18<\/td>\n42<\/td>\n12<\/td>\n13<\/td>\n17<\/td>\n39<\/td>\n51<\/td>\n-12<\/td>\n49<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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