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>Stoke City vs Norwich City Prediction & Betting Tips – 01/09/2026
Stoke City welcome Norwich City to the Bet365 Stadium on Monday evening for a Championship fixture that already carries significant weight despite the season being in its infancy. The Potters sit rock bottom after three successive league defeats, with manager Mark Robins under mounting pressure following a costly summer rebuild that has yet to bear fruit. Norwich, by contrast, arrive in the Potteries buoyed by a thumping victory over Burnley and with genuine momentum building under Philippe Clement. Early as it is, this feels like a must-win occasion for the hosts.
Match Analysis
Norwich City arrive as clear favourites at 2.30, backed by a 4-1 demolition of Burnley and a dominant H2H record of 6 wins in the last 10 meetings against Stoke. Philippe Clement reports no new injury concerns and genuine selection headaches from squad depth.
- 6W-3D-1L in the last 10 H2H meetings gives Norwich a commanding historical edge.
- Brooks and Toure both scored braces against Burnley, signalling red-hot attacking form.
- Norwich average 16 shots per game this season, dwarfing Stoke's 10.3 output.
- Clement confirms no new injuries and increased squad depth heading into this fixture.
Stoke City sit bottom of the Championship at 2.88, winless through three games, having conceded nine goals and suffered a humiliating 4-1 defeat to Wolves. Manager Mark Robins faces mounting pressure with a depleted, injury-hit squad still searching for cohesion after a summer rebuild.
- Stoke have 0 points and conceded 9 goals across their opening 3 Championship games.
- Cresswell, Cissé, and Ampah all absent or doubtful, severely disrupting defensive structure.
- Stoke average just 10.3 shots per game, offering limited threat against a confident Norwich side.
Key point: With both sides hitting Over 2.5 goals in 100% of their Championship matches this season, the over market at 1.75 represents a compelling complementary angle to the away win prediction.
Form & Statistics: Stoke City vs Norwich City
Stoke City
Recent form
Season statistics (5)
Norwich City
Recent form
Season statistics (5)
Stoke City vs Norwich City: Head-to-Head
Average statistics (recent meetings)
Lineups: Stoke City vs Norwich City
Stoke City
Starters
- 1 Viktor Johansson
- 2 Benjamin Johnson
- 3 Ben Wilmot
- 4 Bosun Lawal
- 5 Eric Junior Bocat
- 6 Djibril Soumaré
- 7 Ethan Galbraith
- 8 Sam Gallagher
- 9 Joon-ho Bae
- 10 Sorba Thomas
- 11 George Hirst
Absent
- Junior Tchamadeu (injury)
- Aaron Cresswell (Knee injury, long-term patient in treatment room.)
Norwich City
Starters
- 1 Vladan Kovacevic
- 2 Jack Stacey
- 3 Ruairi McConville
- 4 José Córdoba
- 5 Ben Chrisene
- 6 Pelle Mattsson
- 7 Kenny McLean
- 8 Andre Brooks
- 9 Oscar Schwartau
- 10 Anthony Musaba
- 11 Mohamed Toure
Absent
- Ante Crnac (injury)
- Mirko Topić (injury)
- Lucien Mahovo (Muscle injury, unlikely to be rushed.)
- Ali Ahmed (Muscle injury/serious knee injury, sidelined.)
- Harry Amass (Knee injury, long-term.)
- Matěj Jurásek (Foot bone problem, short-term.)
Medium confidence
A mirror image of formations sets the stage at the bet365 Stadium, with both sides lining up in a 4-2-3-1 that promises a structured, midfield-dominated contest. The battle through the central zones will be pivotal, as each team looks to control the double pivot and dictate the tempo from deep.
For Stoke, George Hirst carries the burden of the lone striker role, with Joon-ho Bae and Sorba Thomas tasked with supplying the width to stretch Norwich's defensive shape. The visitors, meanwhile, will look to Anthony Musaba to offer pace and directness on the counter, making transitions the likely decisive factor in this Championship fixture.
Our Verdict
Norwich's away win at 2.30 represents the standout selection here. Stoke sit rock bottom after three consecutive league defeats, a side that has failed to gel despite heavy summer investment. Norwich, by contrast, carry genuine momentum: three wins from their last five, including that emphatic 4-1 dismantling of Burnley where Brooks and Toure both bagged braces. The head-to-head record further strengthens the case, with the Canaries winning six of the last ten meetings. Back Norwich to win at 2.30 as our primary pick. Odds correct at time of publication.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best bet for Stoke City vs Norwich City?
Norwich City to win is the standout selection here. The visitors arrive brimming with confidence after a 4-1 demolition of Burnley, while Stoke sit rooted to the foot of the Championship without a point from three outings, having conceded nine goals. The H2H record strongly favours Norwich, and the away win is available at 2.30.
What time does Stoke City vs Norwich City kick off?
Kickoff is scheduled for 19:00 UTC on Tuesday, 1 September 2026. The match takes place at the Bet365 Stadium in Stoke-on-Trent, home ground of Stoke City. Supporters are advised to check local broadcast listings and travel arrangements well in advance of the evening fixture.
Where can I watch Stoke City vs Norwich City on TV?
Broadcast arrangements for Championship fixtures can vary depending on your territory and subscription package. In the United Kingdom, Sky Sports and the EFL's streaming platform iFollow are the most common outlets for live coverage. Supporters outside the UK should consult their regional broadcaster. We recommend checking official listings closer to kickoff for confirmed broadcast details.
What is Stoke City's recent record against Norwich City?
The recent head-to-head record makes sobering reading for Stoke supporters. Across the last ten meetings, Norwich hold a commanding six wins to one, with three draws. Even at the Bet365 Stadium, the most recent encounter ended one apiece. Stoke's solitary victory in that sample arrived in January 2026, underlining Norwich's sustained dominance in this fixture.