Portsmouth FC
Football England - EFL Championship Fratton Park Fri 26 Dec 10:00
Queens Park Rangers FC
  1. Prediction
  2. Odds
  3. Stats
  4. Team News
  5. Lineups
  6. Injuries
  7. Squads
  8. Table

Championship Betting Preview: Portsmouth vs QPR

Portsmouth welcome QPR to Fratton Park, with kick-off set for 10:00 on Friday 26 December.

Pompey and Rangers to Cancel Each Other Out

There’s every chance that we’ll see a low goal count when Portsmouth go up against QPR. For this reason, we’ll take the odds of -118 about Under 2.5 when it comes to the Total Goals market.

Backing our Total Goals call? Get clued up with our BetMGM review first, then grab that promo code to make your bet go further.

Pompey Beat QPR When Teams Last Met

Portsmouth played out a 1-1 draw in their last game. This was away from home at Pride Park against Derby County. John Mousinho's side managed one shot on target and had 48% possession, while Callum Lang scored the goal.

Queens Park Rangers have lost their previous two Championship matches away from home. Their most recent league game was at home at Loftus Road where they recorded a 4-1 victory over Leicester City. Rangers had 45% possession and managed six shots on goal, while Koki Saito, Richard Kone, Karamoko Dembele and Amadou Salif Mbengue were all on target.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Portsmouth have three consecutive wins against QPR. In their last encounter, Portsmouth came out with a 2-1 home victory at Fratton Park. The previous 5 H2H games have involved three Portsmouth triumphs, one QPR win and one draw.

Championship G W D L GF GA GD GD P
12 QPR logo QPR 31 12 8 11 42 43 -1 42:43 44
19 Portsmouth logo Portsmouth 29 8 9 12 27 38 -11 27:38 33
View Full Table
Portsmouth – Last 10 League Games

Pompey have 2 wins, 6 losses and 2 draws, averaging 0.8 goals from 3.7 shots on goal and 11.5 attempts. Pompey have averaged 48.2% possession and 5.2 corners per game, with the opposition getting 1.6 goals from 4.2 shots on goal, 12.6 attempts and 5.1 corners.

Callum Lang and Terry Devlin lead the way with 2 goals, while Ibane Bowat has 1. Josh Murphy has recorded the most assists with 4.

QPR – Last 10 League Games

QPR have 5 victories, 4 defeats and 1 draw, with an average of 1.7 goals from 4.7 shots on goal and 13.9 attempts. The West London club have averaged 42.1% possession, 5.5 corners taken and 5.5 corners against, while conceding 1.7 goals from 3.7 shots on goal and 11.6 attempts.

Rumarn Burrell got 6 goals, Jimmy Dunne notched 2, while Koki Saito and two other players scored 1. Rumarn Burrell, Jonathan Varane and Ilias Chair have been the top assists providers with 2 in the previous 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Portsmouth confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Nicolas Schmid (GK), Terry Devlin, Hayden Matthews, Regan Poole, Zak Swanson, Andre Dozzell, Mark Kosznovszky, Callum Lang, Conor Chaplin, Harvey Blair, Colby Bishop.

QPR confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Ben Hamer (GK), Amadou Salif Mbengue, Jimmy Dunne, Steve Cook, Rhys Norrington-Davies, Karamoko Dembele, Nicolas Madsen, Jonathan Varane, Koki Saito, Rumarn Burrell, Richard Kone.

Portsmouth vs QPR Prediction & Betting Tips

Our Portsmouth vs QPR tips include the main match prediction, a correct score forecast, a corners recommendation, bet builder advice and top player prop picks. Each section below offers expert insight into the key betting angles.

Match Prediction

We can’t resist the opportunity to wager Under 2.5 Goals at a price of -118. This looks like an appealing wager, with the sides set to play out an unexciting Championship clash.

The football betting tips are created after keeping tabs on the latest Championship team news along with the form guide. We also delve into the latest stats which can provide a barometer for how the action might play out.

Key Portsmouth vs QPR league stats:

  • The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 6 of the last 10 Portsmouth games at home.
  • The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 3 of the last 5 Portsmouth games.
  • The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 3 of the last 5 QPR games on the road.
Under 2.5 Probability

According to the latest odds, our pick has a 54.1% chance of winning. However, we have this number closer to 60% based on our in-depth research. It is therefore regarded as a value bet.

Looking for Bigger Odds?

There’s an opportunity to add Under 2.5 Goals to a Bet Builder in the search for larger odds. Adding different selections will boost the price which means a bigger potential return.

Maximize your betting potential with the latest free bets, sign-up and welcome offers — all listed in our expert bonus guide.

Our Match Prediction
Under 2.5 Goals @ -118 Bet Now BetMGM logo
BetMGM logo
BetMGM Promo Up To $1500 in Bonus Bets Get Bonus T&C apply. Gamble responsibly 18+
Disclosure: This preview contains affiliate links; we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you. T&Cs apply. We only recommend licensed and regulated operators. See our Editorial Policy. Pick odds and lines reflect the price available at the time of publication (16:08, 24 December 2025). Live market odds are updated regularly and may differ. 18+ (or legal age) | Gamble Responsibly.
Published 16:08, 24 December 2025

Correct Score Prediction

Portsmouth Portsmouth logo 1 - 1 QPR logo QPR

There are odds of +460 that the two teams play out a 1-1 scoreline. The correct score option is popular due to the potential return that can be achieved.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Adrian Segecic Under 0.5 Shots On Target -161 BetMGM logo

Adrian Segecic (Portsmouth) can be wagered at -161 to not have a shot on goal. We’ll take a chance with this Shots on Target pick as the betting odds look pretty attractive.

Latest Adrian Segecic Player Prop Odds

Jimmy Dunne to Score +750 BetMGM logo

Jimmy Dunne (QPR) has managed two goals in his past ten Championship games. We’re happy to take the +750 for this Anytime Goalscorer bet as there’s value in the odds that he finds the net at least once.

Latest Jimmy Dunne Player Prop Odds

Pick odds and lines correct at publication. Live market odds are updated regularly and may differ. T&Cs apply. 18+ (or legal age) | Gamble Responsibly.

Corners Prediction

QPR Over 4.5 Corners -120 BetMGM logo

QPR have been awarded an average of 5.50 corners in the past 10 matches, while the corner count against Portsmouth has been more than 4.5 in the previous three games. If you agree with our verdict that the QPR Team Corners line can be covered, then you can secure odds of -120 that this happens.

League Games
League Games
Last 10 Total For Against
Last 10 at Home Total For Against
Last 10 Away Total For Against
Portsmouth Logo Portsmouth
Total
10.30 5.20 5.10
Home
10.20 5.80 4.40
Away
11.00 4.20 6.80
QPR Logo QPR
Total
11.00 5.50 5.50
Home
8.60 5.70 2.90
Away
12.10 4.20 7.90
Latest Corner Odds

Pick odds and lines correct at publication. Live market odds are updated regularly and may differ. T&Cs apply. 18+ (or legal age) | Gamble Responsibly.

Bet Builder Tips

Total Goals Under 2.5 -118
Full-Time Result Draw +255
Shots On Target Adrian Segecic Under 0.5 -161

We’ve lined up different selections in the following bet builder: two or less goals in total, the match to end all square together with Adrian Segecic (Portsmouth) failing to record a shot on target.

The bet builder feature allows football punters to place a multiple wager on the same game. You need all your predictions to be correct and many readers love to place a tailored bet on the clash which interests them most.

Pick odds and lines correct at publication. Live market odds are updated regularly and may differ. T&Cs apply. 18+ (or legal age) | Gamble Responsibly.

Portsmouth vs QPR 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.

Books Anticipating a Tight Affair

Portsmouth are chalked up at betting odds of +190 to defeat Queens Park Rangers, with their opponents operating at +133 with the bookmakers. If you want to back the draw, it’s available at +245 for this Championship clash.

There’s the chance to back QPR at -102 if you want to take them on the Asian Handicap -0.25. There’s a full payout if they beat Portsmouth but also half stake returned if the scoreline ends level.

The Total Goals odds suggest that Under 2.5 is the likelier outcome in this contest. The Both Teams to Score market is always popular and BTTS Yes can be backed at -135.

For those visiting one of our recommended sports betting sites, you are guaranteed a fantastic service for all the Championship matches. The hundreds of football markets always ensure lots of choice.

Rumarn Burrell Heads First Goalscorer Market

Rumarn Burrell is priced at +430 when it comes to First Goalscorer which makes him the favourite, while he’s also available at odds of +170 to find the net anytime.

Player Goals
Rumarn Burrell (QPR)
First
+170
Anytime
+430
BetMGM Logo
Callum Lang (Portsmouth)
First
+200
Anytime
+510
BetMGM Logo
Richard Kone (QPR)
First
+220
Anytime
+525
BetMGM Logo
Colby Bishop (Portsmouth)
First
+230
Anytime
+575
BetMGM Logo
Player Shots On Target
Rumarn Burrell (QPR)
Over 0.5
-167
Under 0.5
-105
BetMGM Logo
Callum Lang (Portsmouth)
Over 0.5
-159
Under 0.5
-111
BetMGM Logo
Colby Bishop (Portsmouth)
Over 0.5
-159
Under 0.5
-110
BetMGM Logo
Live market odds and lines updated regularly. All odds subject to change. T&Cs apply. 18+ (or legal age) | Gamble Responsibly.
Best Betting Offers
Fratton Park
Fratton Park
Last Ten Portsmouth Home Matches Have Led to Four Wins

Portsmouth have recorded four victories, four defeats and two draws in the previous 10 home matches, netting an average of 1.00 goals per game and conceding 1.00.

QPR have managed four victories, four losses and two draws in the last 10 away matches, recording an average of 1.10 goals per game and conceding 1.70.

Portsmouth won 2-1 when they last played QPR at Fratton Park.

Last 10 League Games W-D-L G GF GA O2.5 U2.5 B-Y B-No
Portsmouth logo Portsmouth Home Stats 4-2-4 2.00 1.00 1.00 4 6 4 6
QPR logo QPR Away Stats 4-2-4 2.80 1.10 1.70 5 5 6 4
  • 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
Team Stats
Portsmouth logo Portsmouth League Stats
QPR logo QPR League Stats
Full-Time Result
  • 2 wins, 6 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
  • 4 wins, 4 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 home matches
Full-Time Result
  • 5 wins, 4 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
  • 4 wins, 4 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 away matches
Goals
Goals
Corners
Corners
Possession
Possession
Top Scorers & Assists
Top Scorers & Assists

Portsmouth vs QPR Lineups & Team News

Make sure you're up to date on the Portsmouth vs QPR team news before betting. We’ll provide full coverage of predicted and confirmed Championship lineups alongside the newest injury information.

Portsmouth Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1

QPR Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2

Portsmouth Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1

1 Nicolas Schmid
24 Terry Devlin 14 Hayden Matthews 5 Regan Poole 22 Zak Swanson
21 Andre Dozzell 18 Mark Kosznovszky
49 Callum Lang 36 Conor Chaplin 29 Harvey Blair
9 Colby Bishop
29 Ben Hamer
27 Amadou Salif Mbengue 3 Jimmy Dunne 5 Steve Cook 18 R. Norrington-Davies
7 Karamoko Dembele 24 Nicolas Madsen 40 Jonathan Varane 14 Koki Saito
16 Rumarn Burrell 22 Richard Kone

QPR Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2

Portsmouth Substitutes

  • 2Jordan Williams
  • 7Marlon Pack
  • 8John Swift
  • 10Adrian Segecic
  • 15Franco Umeh-Chibueze
  • 17Ibane Bowat
  • 25Makenzie Kirk
  • 26Josef Bursik
  • 47Min-Hyeok Yang

QPR Substitutes

  • 1Paul Nardi
  • 4Liam Morrison
  • 8Sam Field
  • 11Paul Smyth
  • 12Michael Frey
  • 15Isaac Hayden
  • 17Kwame Poku
  • 21Kieran Morgan
  • 23Daniel Bennie

Previous Portsmouth Lineups

20 Dec Championship
Derby 1-1 Portsmouth
13 Dec Championship
Portsmouth 2-1 Blackburn
09 Dec Championship
Swansea 1-0 Portsmouth
29 Nov Championship
Portsmouth 0-1 Bristol City
26 Nov Championship
Sheffield Utd 3-0 Portsmouth
22 Nov Championship
Portsmouth 3-1 Millwall

Previous QPR Lineups

20 Dec Championship
QPR 4-1 Leicester
13 Dec Championship
Middlesbrough 3-1 QPR
09 Dec Championship
QPR 2-1 Birmingham
06 Dec Championship
QPR 3-1 West Brom
29 Nov Championship
Norwich 3-1 QPR
26 Nov Championship
Blackburn 0-1 QPR

Injuries & Suspensions

Portsmouth Injury Table
Type Name Info
Mark Kosznovszky Knee
QPR Injury Table
Type Name Info
Ziyad Larkeche Cruciate ligame
Team Squads

Portsmouth Player Stats & Squad

Manager: John Mousinho

Player # Pos GP MIN ST BE G A Y R
Andre Dozzell 21 M 20 1729 20 0 1 0 6 0
Regan Poole 5 D 19 1710 19 0 0 0 4 0
Colby Bishop 9 F 21 1678 18 3 1 0 2 0
Conor Chaplin 36 M 20 1143 13 7 0 1 1 0
Josh Murphy 23 F 14 1061 12 2 0 5 3 0

QPR Player Stats & Squad

Manager: Julien Stephan

Player # Pos GP MIN ST BE G A Y R
Nicolas Madsen 24 M 22 1799 20 2 2 2 1 0
Jimmy Dunne 3 D 20 1771 20 0 2 3 2 0
Rumarn Burrell 98 F 22 1627 18 4 9 3 3 0
Amadou Salif Mbengue 27 D 21 1594 18 3 1 0 8 0
Richard Kone 22 F 20 1420 16 5 5 1 2 0
England FlagChampionship Table
2025/2026 Season
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Coventry 31 17 8 6 63:35 59
2 Middlesbrough 30 17 7 6 47:29 58
3 Ipswich 30 15 9 6 51:29 54
4 Hull 31 16 6 9 50:43 54
5 Millwall 31 15 8 8 39:36 53
6 Wrexham 31 12 11 8 44:39 47
7 Preston 31 12 11 8 38:34 47
8 Bristol City 31 13 7 11 43:38 46
9 Derby 31 12 9 10 45:39 45
10 Birmingham 31 12 9 10 43:39 45
11 Watford 31 11 11 9 39:36 44
12 QPR 31 12 8 11 42:43 44
13 Stoke 31 12 7 12 34:28 43
14 Southampton 31 11 10 10 44:41 43
15 Swansea 31 12 6 13 38:37 42
16 Sheffield Utd 30 12 3 15 43:43 39
17 Norwich 31 10 6 15 39:42 36
18 Charlton 30 9 9 12 29:38 36
19 Portsmouth 29 8 9 12 27:38 33
20 West Brom 31 9 6 16 32:47 33
21 Leicester 31 10 8 13 41:47 32
22 Blackburn 31 8 8 15 27:40 32
23 Oxford 31 6 10 15 28:41 28
24 Sheffield Wed 31 1 8 22 18:62 -7
# Team G W D L +/- P
1 Coventry 15 11 3 1 31:11 36
2 Ipswich 16 10 5 1 30:12 35
3 Middlesbrough 15 10 3 2 25:11 33
4 Birmingham 15 8 6 1 30:15 30
5 Millwall 16 9 3 4 22:18 30
6 Watford 16 8 5 3 24:17 29
7 Swansea 16 8 4 4 24:18 28
8 Hull 16 8 3 5 23:23 27
9 QPR 15 8 2 5 28:21 26
10 Southampton 15 7 5 3 20:13 26
11 Preston 16 7 5 4 20:16 26
12 Bristol City 16 7 3 6 25:20 24
13 Wrexham 16 6 6 4 26:24 24
14 Sheffield Utd 14 7 2 5 24:15 23
15 West Brom 15 6 5 4 18:19 23
16 Portsmouth 15 6 4 5 18:15 22
17 Leicester 15 6 4 5 20:19 22
18 Charlton 14 6 4 4 15:14 22
19 Stoke 15 6 3 6 19:14 21
20 Derby 16 4 6 6 19:23 18
21 Norwich 15 5 1 9 16:20 16
22 Oxford 15 3 6 6 13:19 15
23 Blackburn 16 3 5 8 15:22 14
24 Sheffield Wed 16 0 4 12 7:33 4