Portsmouth vs Derby Predictions

Portsmouth vs Derby is scheduled for kick off on 16 March, at 20:00. The game is set to take place at Fratton Park, with Anthony Backhouse officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Portsmouth currently holding the 18th position in the table 14 points behind Derby. Portsmouth have lost 2 English Football League - Championship matches to Derby out of the last 4 they have played. After their recent draw with Birmingham, Portsmouth aims to claim a win. Portsmouth have won 8 of their last 23 English Football League - Championship matches at Fratton Park. Derby's away record stands at 10 victories from 23 games. Following their 2-1 loss to Sheff Utd, Derby is determined to bounce back with a win against Portsmouth.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Portsmouth have scored over 1.5 goals in 67% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 78% of games. Their total stands at 49 goals and 169 shots on target this English Football League - Championship season. Meanwhile, Derby have scored 67 goals with 164 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 76% of matches but conceded in 74% of games.

In their last 4 head-to-head clashes, Portsmouth scored 3 goals while Derby scored 8 goals. Their last match on 16 March 2026 ended in 1-0 to Derby.