Portsmouth vs Reading - Carabao Cup
Fixture Preview - 12 August 2025
Match Context & Stakes
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Portsmouth hosts Reading at Fratton Park for a Carabao Cup clash on Tuesday night, with both teams looking to gain momentum. Portsmouth's recent form shows a slight improvement, having secured two wins in their last five matches, while Reading has struggled, managing just one draw and four losses. This disparity in form could play a crucial role in the match dynamics, especially given Portsmouth's home advantage. Historically, the head-to-head record favours Portsmouth, with five wins in the last ten encounters, and both teams have a tendency to score, as indicated by the six matches that saw both teams finding the net. With odds of 1.75 for both teams to score, this could be a worthwhile bet, especially considering the attacking potential on display. Portsmouth will aim to exploit Reading's defensive vulnerabilities, while the visitors will need to find their rhythm to stand a chance. Expect an engaging match with potential for goals at both ends.
Prediction Strength
Full Time Result
Over/Under 2.5
Both Teams to Score
Mini League Table
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| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 12, 2025 |  Portsmouth | 1–2 |  Reading | Carabao Cup |
| February 17, 2024 | Portsmouth | 4–1 | Reading | League One |
| October 28, 2023 | Reading | 2–3 | Portsmouth | League One |
| August 25, 2015 | Portsmouth | 1–2 | Reading | Carabao Cup |
| March 6, 2012 | Reading | 1–0 | Portsmouth | Championship |
| August 16, 2011 | Portsmouth | 1–0 | Reading | Championship |
| April 2, 2011 | Reading | 2–0 | Portsmouth | Championship |
| August 14, 2010 | Portsmouth | 1–1 | Reading | Championship |
| January 1, 2008 | Reading | 0–2 | Portsmouth | Premier League |
| September 29, 2007 | Portsmouth | 7–4 | Reading | Premier League |