Watford vs Portsmouth Predictions

Watford vs Portsmouth is scheduled for kick off on 21 January, at 19:45. The game is set to take place at Vicarage Road, with Ben Toner officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Watford currently holding the 16th position in the table 2 points ahead of Portsmouth. Watford have won 1 English Football League - Championship match against Portsmouth out of the last 4 they have played. After their recent loss to Coventry, Watford is determined to redeem themselves. Watford have won 10 of their last 23 English Football League - Championship matches at Vicarage Road. Portsmouth's away record stands at 6 victories from 23 games. Following a draw in their last match against Birmingham in the English Football League - Championship, Portsmouth is aiming to secure a win against Watford.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Watford have scored over 1.5 goals in 80% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 85% of games. Their total stands at 53 goals and 203 shots on target this English Football League - Championship season. Meanwhile, Portsmouth have scored 49 goals with 169 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 67% of matches but conceded in 78% of games.

In their last 4 head-to-head clashes, Watford scored 5 goals while Portsmouth scored 5 goals. Their last match on 21 January 2026 ended in a 1-1 draw.