EFL Cup Betting Preview: Portsmouth vs Reading

Portsmouth host Reading in this EFL Cup match at Fratton Park, with kick-off set for 14:45 on Tuesday 12 August 2025. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and confirmed lineups.

Pompey Look Great Value

It could be beneficial to back Portsmouth when they clash with Reading. There’s loads of value in the -119 that the home team get the job done and we’re therefore going to play the Full-Time Result market.

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4-1 Win for Pompey in Pair’s Last Meeting

Portsmouth won last time out by a 1-0 Championship scoreline. It was on the road against Oxford United at Kassam Stadium. John Mousinho's team enjoyed 51% possession and four shots on target, with Adrian Segecic scoring the winning goal in the 38th minute.

Reading were defeated in their previous game, being turned over 2-0 at home to Huddersfield Town in League One at Select Car Leasing Stadium.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The last head-to-head saw Portsmouth claim a 4-1 League One home win over Reading at Fratton Park.

Portsmouth vs Reading Prediction & Betting Tips

Get set for Portsmouth vs Reading with our full betting breakdown, complete with an expert match prediction, a likely final score, top player prop picks and a value-driven bet builder.

Match Prediction

Portsmouth can deliver the goods and we’ll back them with confidence for this EFL Cup match. The odds of -119 look attractive when it comes to the home team and we’re feeling confident.

We always have a keen eye on team news, while our football experts have their finger on the pulse by knowing the latest form. You will also find a compendium of stats which provide some valuable pointers ahead of the EFL Cup action.

Key Portsmouth vs Reading EFL Cup & league stats:

Portsmouth have won 3 of their last 5 games.
Portsmouth have won 11 of their last 20 games at home.
Reading have lost their last 3 games.

Pompey to Win Probability

The betting odds at the top bookies suggest our pick carries a 54.3% chance of winning. After careful examination, our tipsters have this probability close to 60%. This wager can therefore be backed with confidence.

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Our Match Prediction

Portsmouth To Win @ -119 Watch Live Bet Now

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Correct Score Prediction

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We’re predicting Portsmouth to land a 2-1 victory and this is available at +650. The correct score betting option provides plenty of fun and entertainment.

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Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Colby Bishop to Score +200

Colby Bishop (Portsmouth) has registered four goals in his past five matches. There are odds of +200 available for this Anytime Goalscorer wager and we think this is a value proposition for the player to find the net.

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Bet Builder Tips

Full-Time Result Portsmouth -119

Total Goals Over 2.5 -149

Anytime Goalscorer Colby Bishop +200

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Portsmouth vs Reading Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Bookies Expecting Pompey to Triumph

The latest Portsmouth odds are -130 which leads to them being favourites in this EFL Cup clash. It’s also implied by the bookmakers that they have a 56% prospect of securing a victory. If you’re searching for a different slant, Reading are available at +310.

Betting Portsmouth -0.75 on the Asian Handicap at -108 means splitting stake between -0.5 and -1.0. Therefore, a one-goal win over Reading means a win and a push, with a 2+ goal victory meaning a full payout.

The Over 2.5 pick is trading as the favourite when it comes to betting on Total Goals. BTTS Yes is on offer at -159 for anyone who wants to side with Both Teams to Score.

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Full-Time Result

Half-Time Result

Double Chance

Draw No Bet

Asian Handicap

Total Goals

Both Teams to Score

Colby Bishop Top of First Goalscorer List

You will find favourite Colby Bishop at +480 to be First Goalscorer and there’s also the chance to get +195 that he finds the net any time.

Player Goals

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Josh Murphy (Portsmouth)

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Team Stats

Latest EFL Cup and domestic league stats. Full Time Result, Goals, Corners and Possession.

Portsmouth Stats

Reading Stats

Full-Time Result

4 wins, 3 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
5 wins, 2 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 home matches

Full-Time Result

4 wins, 5 defeats and 1 draw in the previous 10 matches
4 wins, 3 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 away matches

Goals

An average of 1.40 goals scored and 1.20 conceded in the previous 10 matches
An average of 1.10 goals scored and 0.80 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
An average of 2.60 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
An average of 1.90 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 home matches
Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 matches
Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 home matches

Goals

An average of 1.30 goals scored and 1.40 conceded in the previous 10 matches
An average of 1.50 goals scored and 1.20 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
An average of 2.70 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
An average of 2.70 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
BTTS Yes in 3 of the previous 10 matches
BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 away matches
Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 matches
Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 away matches

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Portsmouth vs Reading Lineups & Team News

Before placing any bets on Portsmouth vs Reading, check the team news first. We’ll provide the predicted and confirmed lineups for the EFL Cup along with up-to-date injury news.