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Championship action heats up on Matchday 18 as Portsmouth FC host Bristol City FC. This fixture pits a struggling Portsmouth side against a Bristol City team firmly in the hunt for promotion playoffs. Fans can expect a competitive encounter at Fratton Park, with both teams looking for crucial points at different ends of the table.
Current League Standings
| Pos | Team | Pl | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coventry City FC | 17 | 11 | 5 | 1 | 28 | 38 |
| 2 | Middlesbrough FC | 17 | 8 | 7 | 2 | 6 | 31 |
| 3 | Stoke City FC | 17 | 9 | 3 | 5 | 13 | 30 |
| 4 | Preston North End FC | 17 | 7 | 6 | 4 | 5 | 27 |
| 5 | Bristol City FC | 16 | 7 | 5 | 4 | 7 | 26 |
| 6 | Derby County FC | 17 | 7 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 26 |
| 7 | Hull City AFC | 17 | 7 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 26 |
| 8 | Ipswich Town FC | 16 | 6 | 7 | 3 | 10 | 25 |
| 9 | Millwall FC | 16 | 7 | 4 | 5 | -5 | 25 |
| 10 | Birmingham City FC | 16 | 7 | 3 | 6 | 6 | 24 |
| 11 | Southampton FC | 17 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 24 |
| 12 | Watford FC | 17 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 2 | 24 |
| 13 | Leicester City FC | 17 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 0 | 24 |
| 14 | Charlton Athletic FC | 17 | 6 | 5 | 6 | -3 | 23 |
| 15 | Wrexham AFC | 16 | 5 | 7 | 4 | 1 | 22 |
| 16 | Queens Park Rangers FC | 16 | 6 | 4 | 6 | -5 | 22 |
| 17 | West Bromwich Albion FC | 16 | 6 | 3 | 7 | -3 | 21 |
| 18 | Blackburn Rovers FC | 15 | 6 | 1 | 8 | -4 | 19 |
| 19 | Portsmouth FC | 16 | 4 | 5 | 7 | -6 | 17 |
| 20 | Swansea City AFC | 17 | 4 | 5 | 8 | -9 | 17 |
| 21 | Oxford United FC | 17 | 3 | 5 | 9 | -7 | 14 |
| 22 | Sheffield United FC | 16 | 4 | 1 | 11 | -12 | 13 |
| 23 | Norwich City FC | 17 | 3 | 3 | 11 | -11 | 12 |
| 24 | Sheffield Wednesday FC | 16 | 1 | 5 | 10 | -20 | 8 |
- Bristol City FC: Currently sitting in an impressive 5th position, Bristol City has accumulated 26 points from 16 games. Their form includes 7 wins, 5 draws, and 4 losses, boasting a healthy goal difference of +7 (25 goals scored, 18 conceded). They are strong contenders for a playoff spot and will be eager to maintain their momentum.
- Portsmouth FC: Portsmouth finds themselves in 19th place with 17 points after 16 matches. Their record stands at 4 wins, 5 draws, and 7 losses. With 15 goals scored and 21 conceded, their goal difference is -6, highlighting struggles at both ends of the pitch. They are looking to climb away from the relegation battle.
Head-to-Head Analysis
Recent Encounters
| Date | Competition | Home Team | Score | Away Team |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Dec 2024 | Championship | Bristol City FC | 3 - 0 | Portsmouth FC |
| 07 Dec 2024 | Championship | Portsmouth FC | 3 - 0 | Bristol City FC |
Recent encounters between Portsmouth and Bristol City in the Championship have produced some interesting results, marked by strong home performances:
- On December 29, 2024, Bristol City secured a dominant 3-0 victory at home against Portsmouth.
- Prior to that, on December 7, 2024, Portsmouth mirrored that scoreline with a convincing 3-0 home win over Bristol City.
These two recent results indicate a significant home advantage in this fixture, with both teams capable of delivering a decisive performance in front of their own fans.
Our Prediction
This match presents an intriguing contrast between current league form and recent head-to-head history. Bristol City arrives as the significantly stronger team this season, occupying a playoff spot and demonstrating a better offensive and defensive record. Portsmouth, while at home, is struggling near the bottom of the table. However, the recent H2H shows Portsmouth’s ability to convincingly defeat Bristol City at Fratton Park. Despite this historical home advantage for Portsmouth, Bristol City’s overall quality and consistent performance in the current campaign should be the determining factor. We anticipate Bristol City’s superior form to overcome the home factor.
Our betting tip is:
Bristol City Win
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