Portsmouth vs Middlesbrough - Championship
Fixture Preview - 4 October 2025
Match Context & Stakes
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Match Preview
Portsmouth hosts Middlesbrough at Fratton Park on Saturday, 4 October, in a Championship clash that promises to be competitive. Both teams have shown mixed form recently, with Portsmouth struggling to find consistency, recording two wins in their last five matches, while Middlesbrough has managed three wins in their last five. The home side will be keen to leverage their home advantage, where they have historically performed well against Middlesbrough, winning three of the last ten encounters at home. However, the overall head-to-head record indicates a tendency for closely contested matches, with five draws in their last ten meetings. One key angle to consider is the likelihood of both teams finding the net. With seven of the last ten encounters featuring both teams scoring, and both sides showing vulnerabilities in defence, this match could see goals at both ends. Portsmouth will need to tighten their backline if they are to secure a vital three points, while Middlesbrough will aim to exploit any defensive lapses. Expect an engaging match with potential for excitement as both teams vie for crucial points in the Championship.
Prediction Strength
Full Time Result
Over/Under 2.5
Both Teams to Score
Betting Angles
- Both teams have scored (BTTS) in 7 of the last 10 head-to-head encounters.
- Over 2.5 goals have been scored in 6 of the last 10 head-to-head meetings.
- Portsmouth's recent form: 2 wins, 2 losses, and 1 draw in the last 5 matches (LLWWD).
- Middlesbrough's recent form: 2 wins, 2 losses, and 1 draw in the last 5 matches (WLWDL).
Mini League Table
View full table →| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Stoke City | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| 2 |  Middlesbrough | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| 3 |  West Bromwich Albion | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| 4 |  Bristol City | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 5 |  Coventry City | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 6 |  Preston North End | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 7 |  Birmingham City | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 8 |  Hull City | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 9 |  Southampton | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 10 |  Charlton Athletic | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 |
| 11 |  Leicester City | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 12 |  Norwich City | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 13 |  Watford | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 14 |  Portsmouth | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 15 |  Swansea City | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 16 |  Millwall | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
| 17 |  Ipswich Town | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 18, 2025 | Portsmouth | 2–1 | Middlesbrough | Championship |
| August 24, 2024 | Middlesbrough | 2–2 | Portsmouth | Championship |
| March 3, 2012 | Portsmouth | 1–3 | Middlesbrough | Championship |
| August 6, 2011 | Middlesbrough | 2–2 | Portsmouth | Championship |
| March 12, 2011 | Portsmouth | 0–0 | Middlesbrough | Championship |
| October 2, 2010 | Middlesbrough | 2–2 | Portsmouth | Championship |
| March 14, 2009 | Middlesbrough | 1–1 | Portsmouth | Premier League |
| September 13, 2008 | Portsmouth | 2–1 | Middlesbrough | Premier League |
| May 3, 2008 | Middlesbrough | 2–0 | Portsmouth | Premier League |
| December 29, 2007 | Portsmouth | 0–1 | Middlesbrough | Premier League |