Portsmouth vs Preston Predictions

Portsmouth vs Preston is scheduled for kick off on 30 August, at 14:00. The game is set to take place at Fratton Park, with Tony Harrington officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Portsmouth currently holding the 18th position in the table 5 points behind Preston. Portsmouth have won 2 English Football League - Championship matches against Preston 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. Preston's away record stands at 7 victories from 23 games. Following their 3-1 loss to Southampton, Preston 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, Preston have scored 55 goals with 165 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 80% of matches but conceded in 80% of games.

In their last 4 head-to-head clashes, Portsmouth scored 5 goals while Preston scored 4 goals. Their last match on 07 February 2026 ended in 1-0 to Preston.