Portsmouth vs Middlesbrough Predictions

Portsmouth vs Middlesbrough is scheduled for kick off on 18 January, at 16:35. The game is set to take place at Fratton Park, with Gavin Ward officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Portsmouth currently holding the 16th position in the table 10 points behind Middlesbrough. Portsmouth have won 1 English Football League - Championship match against Middlesbrough out of the last 2 they have played. After their recent draw with Hull, Portsmouth aims to claim a win. Portsmouth have won 11 of their last 23 English Football League - Championship matches at Fratton Park. Middlesbrough's away record stands at 7 victories from 23 games. Following their 2-0 loss to Coventry, 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 74% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 78% of games. Their total stands at 58 goals and 166 shots on target this English Football League - Championship season. Meanwhile, Middlesbrough have scored 64 goals with 216 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 65% of matches but conceded in 72% of games.

In their last 2 head-to-head clashes, Portsmouth scored 4 goals while Middlesbrough scored 3 goals. Their last match on 18 January 2025 ended in 2-1 to Portsmouth.