Stoke City

Championship

Stoke City

vs

Sheffield Wednesday

Stoke City host bottom-placed Sheffield Wednesday in a fixture where the home side are clear favorites. Stoke's recent form is mixed but they are much stronger at home, while Wednesday have struggled all season, especially away, conceding over 2 goals per game and winning just once on the road. Stoke's attack has shown flashes of quality, and with both teams rarely keeping clean sheets recently, goals are possible. However, Wednesday's scoring threat is low, and Stoke should control the match, likely leading from the first half.

Championship

Preston

vs

Stoke City

Preston enter this fixture in a deep slump, losing four straight and struggling to score, while Stoke City arrive with renewed attacking confidence after a strong win and 1.8 goals per game in their last five. Stoke's away record is not exceptional but is stronger than Preston's recent home form. Historically, these two sides have played out many draws and low-scoring matches, but current form suggests Stoke are likelier to edge a tight contest, especially if they can exploit Preston’s defensive frailties.

Championship

Stoke City

vs

Watford

This is a mid-table clash between two sides with similar recent form and attacking output. Stoke City have struggled for consistency at home, while Watford have drawn many away games and have a slight edge in overall quality and recent H2H results. Expect a closely contested match, likely low-scoring, with neither side dominating for long periods. Both teams are unlikely to take excessive risks, making a draw a plausible outcome.

Championship

Stoke City

vs

Ipswich

Ipswich travel to Stoke as clear favourites, buoyed by a three-game winning streak and a strong overall season. Stoke have been inconsistent, particularly at home, and have struggled to keep clean sheets. Ipswich's attack is among the league's best, and their defence has tightened up recently. Expect Ipswich to control the game, limit Stoke's chances, and likely keep a clean sheet. The match is likely to be cagey, with Stoke struggling to break down Ipswich's organisation.

Championship

Swansea

vs

Stoke City

This is a mid-table clash between Swansea and Stoke City, with both sides separated by just one point in the standings. Swansea have been inconsistent, with a mixed recent form (LDWLW), but are generally solid at home. Stoke City have a slightly better away record and have historically performed well in this fixture, including a recent away win. Both teams struggle for goals, with low over 2.5 and BTTS rates, suggesting a tight, low-scoring affair. The draw is a strong possibility, and under 2.5 goals is highly likely, but the odds on the latter offer little value.

Championship

Coventry

vs

Stoke City

Coventry come into this match as league leaders with an imposing home record and recent wins against strong opposition. Their attack is among the best in the division, and they have shown resilience even when not dominating possession. Stoke, by contrast, are in poor form, struggling to create chances and score goals, especially away from home. The head-to-head record also favours Coventry, who have won both of the last two league meetings. Expect Coventry to control the match and keep Stoke at bay, with the most likely outcome a comfortable home win and a clean sheet.

Championship

Stoke City

vs

Oxford United

This is a clash between two out-of-form sides, but Stoke City have the edge due to their home advantage and Oxford United's severe attacking struggles. Expect a low-scoring, cagey affair, with Stoke more likely to edge it. Both teams have been blunt in attack, and Oxford's away record is among the worst in the league. Stoke's defense should be enough to secure a narrow win or at least a clean sheet.

Championship

Stoke City

vs

Leicester

This is a clash between two out-of-form sides, with Stoke City holding home advantage but winless in five and Leicester on a four-game losing streak. Stoke have been solid defensively at home but struggle to score, while Leicester's attack is more prolific but their defence is among the worst in the league. The head-to-head history is dominated by Leicester, but their current form and away record are poor. Expect a tight, tense match with few clear chances and a strong possibility of a draw.

FA Cup

Stoke City

vs

Fulham

Fulham travel to Stoke as strong favourites in this FA Cup clash. Stoke are in poor form, winless in five and struggling badly for goals, averaging just 0.4 per game in that stretch. Fulham have lost three straight but all against Premier League opposition, and their underlying attacking stats remain far superior. Historically, Fulham have had the edge in this fixture and should have too much quality for a Stoke side lacking confidence and cutting edge. Expect Fulham to control possession and territory, with Stoke likely to sit deep and struggle to create chances.