Portsmouth vs Middlesbrough Predictions

Portsmouth vs Middlesbrough is scheduled for kick off on 04 October, at 14:00. 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 25 points behind Middlesbrough. Portsmouth have won 3 English Football League - Championship matches against Middlesbrough 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. Middlesbrough's away record stands at 10 victories from 25 games. Following their 1-0 loss to Hull, Middlesbrough 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, Middlesbrough have scored 72 goals with 237 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 67% of matches but conceded in 71% of games.

In their last 4 head-to-head clashes, Portsmouth scored 6 goals while Middlesbrough scored 3 goals. Their last match on 11 April 2026 ended in 1-0 to Portsmouth.