Stoke City vs Swansea: Predictions, Betting odds, Lineups, Preview

Explore Ladbrokes' detailed preview for Stoke City vs Swansea in the Championship. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 12:30 GMT match.

• Fixture: Stoke City vs Swansea
• Date: Saturday, 13 December 2025
• Kick-off: 12:30 GMT
• Venue: Bet365 Stadium

Stoke City will be looking to bounce back from a string of losses, with their last win coming against Charlton at home. They'll need to be more solid at the back, having conceded several goals in recent away games. With Swansea also coming off a mixed run of form, this could be a tight affair, but Stoke's home advantage might just give them the edge they need.

Swansea, on the other hand, have shown they can win at home, but their away form has been less convincing. They'll need to be more clinical in front of goal and tighter at the back if they want to take something from this game. It's likely to be a closely contested match, with both teams eager to turn their recent form around.

Stoke City have had a tough run lately, with four losses in their last five games. Their only win came against Charlton at home, which might give them some hope going into this match. They'll need to find their form quickly if they want to climb the table, but the recent losses could affect their confidence.

Recent Championship Results:

• Loss: 0-1 vs Ipswich (A)
• Loss: 0-4 vs Sheffield Utd (A)
• Loss: 1-2 vs Hull City (H)
• Win: 3-0 vs Charlton (H)
• Loss: 1-2 vs Leicester (A)

Swansea have had a mixed bag of results recently, with two wins at home but also three losses, two of which were away. Their home form has been solid, but they'll need to improve their away performances if they want to keep climbing the table. The recent losses might make them more determined to get a result here.

Recent Championship Results:

• Win: 1-0 vs Portsmouth (H)

• Win: 2-0 vs Oxford United (H)

• Loss: 2-3 vs West Brom (A)

• Loss: 1-2 vs Derby (H)

• Loss: 0-3 vs Bristol City (A)

The head-to-head record between Stoke City and Swansea has been closely contested recently. Stoke won the most recent encounter 3-1, but before that, the teams drew 0-0. Swansea had a convincing 3-0 win in 2024, while the previous two meetings ended in a 1-1 draw and a 3-1 win for Stoke. This suggests that both teams can be competitive against each other.

Recent Championship Results

• Stoke City 3-1 Swansea (15 Feb 2025)

• Swansea 0-0 Stoke City (05 Oct 2024)

• Swansea 3-0 Stoke City (10 Apr 2024)

• Stoke City 1-1 Swansea (12 Dec 2023)

• Swansea 1-3 Stoke City (21 Feb 2023)

• Lewis Baker (Ankle) – Doubt

• Franco (Knock) – Doubt

• Predicted lineup: Johansson (GK), Tchamadeu (DF), Talovierov (DF), Wilmot (DF), Cresswell (DF), Lawal (MF), Nzonzi (MF), Cissé (MF), Bae (MF), Thomas (MF), Mubama (AT)

Stoke City are expected to line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Johansson in goal and a back four of Tchamadeu, Talovierov, Wilmot, and Cresswell. The midfield trio of Bae, Cissé, and Thomas will look to control the game and feed the ball to the forward Mubama.

• Predicted lineup: Vigouroux (GK), Galbraith (DF), Cabango (DF), Burgess (DF), Tymon (DF), Franco (if fit) (MF), Stamenić (MF), Ronald (MF), Widell (MF), Eom (MF), Idah (AT)

Swansea will likely use a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Vigouroux between the sticks and a backline featuring Galbraith, Burgess, Cabango, and Tymon. The midfield will be anchored by Franco and Stamenić, with Ronald, Widell, and Eom supporting the lone striker Idah.

• Lamine Cissé vs Josh Tymon: Cissé's pace and movement will test Tymon's defensive skills.

• Jun-ho Bae vs Marko Stamenić: Bae's creativity will be crucial against Stamenić's midfield control.

• Sorba Thomas (Stoke City): Thomas's ability to create chances will be vital for Stoke's attack.

• Ronald (Swansea): Ronald's midfield presence and passing will be key for Swansea's play.

Stoke City vs Swansea at 12:30 GMT on Saturday, 13 December 2025 is being broadcast live for viewers in the UK on Sky Sports+

Ladbrokes is predicting that the score will be Stoke City 2-1 Swansea in this match

Ladbrokes is giving fans the ability to bet on various markets for Stoke City vs Swansea, including match betting, correct score and anytime scorer odds.

Ladbrokes brings you the most exciting offers to enhance your experience.

For the best Championship outright predictions, explore our guide.

Odds and market details are accurate as of the time of publication.