Portsmouth vs Middlesbrough Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 04 Oct 2025

Championship Betting Preview: Portsmouth vs Middlesbrough

Portsmouth host league leaders Middlesbrough in this Championship fixture at Fratton Park, with kick-off set for 10:00 on Saturday 4 October. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and both predicted and confirmed lineups.

We think that Middlesbrough will have the upper hand against Portsmouth and we like the price of +135 on the Full-Time Result market. The odds make plenty of appeal and we’re expecting this bet to land.

Portsmouth played Watford at home in their last game. It was a 2-2 draw at Fratton Park. Pompey had the majority of the ball boasting 63% possession and five shots on target, with Min-Hyeok Yang and Adrian Segecic each scoring one goal.

Middlesbrough drew 0-0 against Stoke City in their previous game. This was on home soil at Riverside Stadium. Rob Edwards' team enjoyed 55% possession and managed four shots on goal.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Portsmouth beat Middlesbrough in their last head-to-head clash. It was a 2-1 home win at Fratton Park.

Championship		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
3	Middlesbrough	40	20	11	9	60	39	21	60:39	71
21	Portsmouth	39	10	11	18	38	55	-17	38:55	41

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2 wins, 3 losses and 5 draws, averaging 0.9 goals from 3.1 shots on goal and 11.1 attempts. Pompey have had 50.9% possession and 5.3 corners per game. On average, they have conceded 1.1 goals from 4.0 shots on goal and 11.5 attempts, while the opposition have been awarded 4.2 corners.

Adrian Segecic is the top scorer with 3 goals, while Min-Hyeok Yang, Marlon Pack, Andre Dozzell and Colby Bishop each have 1. The leading assistors have been John Swift and Josh Murphy with 2.

Middlesbrough have won 5, lost 1 and drawn 4, with an average of 1.2 goals from 4.1 shots on goal and 10.9 attempts. There’s been an average of 50.2% possession, 5.4 corners taken and 4.9 corners against, while they’ve conceded 0.7 goals from 2.5 shots on goal and 10.7 attempts.

Kaly Sene and Tommy Conway have 2 and they’re top of the team’s scoring charts, with David Strelec on 1. Luke Ayling, Hayden Hackney and Morgan Whittaker have managed 2 assists in the last 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Portsmouth confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Josef Bursik (GK), Jordan Williams, Josh Knight, Regan Poole, Connor Ogilvie, Marlon Pack, Andre Dozzell, Conor Chaplin, John Swift, Min-Hyeok Yang, Colby Bishop.

Middlesbrough confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Solomon Brynn (GK), Luke Ayling, Dael Fry, Alfie Jones, Callum Brittain, Aidan Morris, Hayden Hackney, Matt Targett, Kaly Sene, Sontje Hansen, Tommy Conway.

Portsmouth vs Middlesbrough Prediction & Betting Tips

Discover the top Portsmouth vs Middlesbrough betting angles — from our trusted match prediction and likely score to corners market advice, key prop plays and a customized bet builder.

Match Prediction

Middlesbrough can’t be passed over when they play this Championship encounter, especially as a price of +135 is available for this selection. Head to the betting sites and back this value pick.

The Sportsgambler.com football experts keep abreast of the latest Championship team news and form guide considering they could have a bearing on the outcome. It’s also important for our readers to have access to stats.

Key Portsmouth vs Middlesbrough league stats:

• Middlesbrough have won 5 of their last 10 games.

According to the top betting sites, our pick has a 42.6% chance of landing a return. After careful examination, our tipsters calculate this probability to be somewhere between 45-50%. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this bet.

If you’re confident when it comes to Middlesbrough managing a sizeable win, you can discover options at bigger odds on the Asian Handicap. Select your line and bank a larger possible return.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Portsmouth 1 - 2 Middlesbrough

One bet that has caught our eye is Middlesbrough to claim a 2-1 correct score win. This selection is available at +650 meaning that a winning selection will yield a nice return.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Colby Bishop Over 0.5 Shots On Target -164

Colby Bishop (Portsmouth) can be wagered to record one or more shots on goal at -164. In conclusion, we think that the odds offer plenty of appeal when it comes to betting on Shots on Target.

Latest Colby Bishop Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+200

First

+480

Shots On Target

Over 0.5

-167

Under 0.5

-102

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Adrian Segecic to Score +290

Adrian Segecic (Portsmouth) has managed two goals in his past four Championship home games. There are odds of +290 on offer for this Anytime Goalscorer bet and we think this is an attractive wager for the player to be on the scoresheet.

Latest Adrian Segecic Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+285

First

+650

Shots On Target

Over 0.5

-103

Under 0.5

-154

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Corners Prediction

Middlesbrough Under 4.5 Corners -120

Middlesbrough have had under 4.5 corners in three consecutive away games, while Portsmouth have had an average of 3.40 corners against them in their last 10 home matches. The Middlesbrough Team Corners line looks to be too big given the stats and -120 is available to wager.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Portsmouth

Total

9.50 5.30 4.20

Home

9.60 6.20 3.40

Away

9.80 4.40 5.40

Middlesbrough

Total

10.30 5.40 4.90

Home

9.80 6.00 3.80

Away

9.70 4.70 5.00

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 10.5

-106

Under 10.5

-133

Portsmouth Corners

Over 5.5

-100

Under 5.5

-138

Middlesbrough Corners

Over 4.5

-110

Under 4.5

-125

Most Corners

1

-115

X

+650

2

+120

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Portsmouth vs Middlesbrough Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

If you want to back Portsmouth to win this Championship clash, then the bookies have priced them up at +190 on the 1x2 market. Middlesbrough are available at betting odds of +133 and the draw is +245.

For those wanting some insurance backing Middlesbrough, taking the -0.25 Asian Handicap option means a half stake return if it’s a draw. There’s -103 that they manage to beat Portsmouth on this market.

If you want to bet on the number of goals, you can get a similar price on Over or Under 2.5 Goals. If you think both sides will find the net, then you can back the Yes option on the Both Teams to Score market at -137.

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Full-Time Result

1

+190

X

+245

2

+133

Half-Time Result

1

+235

X

+123

2

+180

Double Chance

1X

-189

12

-370

X2

-286

Draw No Bet

1

+105

2

-149

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp +0.25

-132

2 Hcp -0.25

-103

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-118

Over 2.5

-110

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-137

No

-100

Those interested in favourite Tommy Conway to find the net first are able to get +400. If the Anytime Goalscorer angle makes more appeal, then this is +170.

Tommy Conway (Middlesbrough)

First

+170

Anytime

+400

David Strelec (Middlesbrough)

First

+180

Anytime

+400

Colby Bishop (Portsmouth)

First

+200

Anytime

+480

Adrian Segecic (Portsmouth)

First

+285

Anytime

+650

Josh Murphy (Portsmouth)

First

+300

Anytime

+700

Micah Hamilton (Middlesbrough)

First

+330

Anytime

+750

Sontje Hansen (Middlesbrough)

First

+340

Anytime

+750

Morgan Whittaker (Middlesbrough)

First

+350

Anytime

+750

Hayden Hackney (Middlesbrough)

First

+360

Anytime

+800

Harvey Blair (Portsmouth)

First

+375

Anytime

+750

Mackenzie Kirk (Portsmouth)

First

+380

Anytime

+800

Delano Burgzorg (Middlesbrough)

First

+390

Anytime

+900

Samuel Silvera (Middlesbrough)

First

+390

Anytime

+800

Alex Gilbert (Middlesbrough)

First

+410

Anytime

+900

Conor Chaplin (Portsmouth)

First

+450

Anytime

+1000

Florian Bianchini (Portsmouth)

First

+480

Anytime

+950

Aidan Morris (Middlesbrough)

First

+700

Anytime

+1400

John Swift (Portsmouth)

First

+700

Anytime

+1400

Terry Devlin (Portsmouth)

First

+800

Anytime

+1800

Luke Le Roux (Portsmouth)

First

+800

Anytime

+1900

Matt Targett (Middlesbrough)

First

+950

Anytime

+2200

Regan Poole (Portsmouth)

First

+1000

Anytime

+2000

Andre Dozzell (Portsmouth)

First

+1000

Anytime

+2200

Zak Swanson (Portsmouth)

First

+1000

Anytime

+2200

Callum Brittain (Middlesbrough)

First

+1100

Anytime

+2200

Tommy Conway (Middlesbrough)

Over 0.5

-213

Under 0.5

+123

David Strelec (Middlesbrough)

Over 0.5

-182

Under 0.5

+115

Colby Bishop (Portsmouth)

Over 0.5

-167

Under 0.5

-102

Adrian Segecic (Portsmouth)

Over 0.5

-103

Under 0.5

-154

Josh Murphy (Portsmouth)

Over 0.5

+108

Under 0.5

-172

Micah Hamilton (Middlesbrough)

Over 0.5

+112

Under 0.5

-179

Morgan Whittaker (Middlesbrough)

Over 0.5

+118

Under 0.5

-189

Sontje Hansen (Middlesbrough)

Over 0.5

+125

Under 0.5

-200

Hayden Hackney (Middlesbrough)

Over 0.5

+125

Under 0.5

-200

Harvey Blair (Portsmouth)

Over 0.5

+135

Under 0.5

-217

Delano Burgzorg (Middlesbrough)

Over 0.5

+135

Under 0.5

-217

Samuel Silvera (Middlesbrough)

Over 0.5

+140

Under 0.5

-233

Alex Gilbert (Middlesbrough)

Over 0.5

+155

Under 0.5

-278

Florian Bianchini (Portsmouth)

Over 0.5

+163

Under 0.5

-270

Conor Chaplin (Portsmouth)

Over 0.5

+165

Under 0.5

-278

Portsmouth have clocked up four losses, three wins and three draws in the past 10 home games, recording an average of 1.10 goals per match and conceding 1.30.

Middlesbrough have avoided defeat in their last four away matches. Rob Edwards' team have managed four losses, three victories and three draws in the last 10 away matches, recording an average of 1.10 goals per game and conceding 1.00.

The past meeting at Fratton Park saw Portsmouth defeat Middlesbrough 2-1.

Last 10 League Games		W-D-L	G	GF	GA	O2.5	U2.5	B-Y	B-No
Portsmouth Home Stats		3-3-4	2.40	1.10	1.30	5	5	6	4
Middlesbrough Away Stats		3-3-4	2.10	1.10	1.00	4	6	4	6

• W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
• G = Avg. Goals
• GF = Avg. Goals For
• GA = Avg. Goals Against
• O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
• U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
• B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
• B-No = Matches BTTS No

Portsmouth vs Middlesbrough Lineups & Team News

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