Portsmouth vs Stoke Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 25 Oct 2025

Championship Betting Preview: Portsmouth vs Stoke

Portsmouth host Stoke in this Championship fixture at Fratton Park, with kick-off set for 07:30 on Saturday 25 October. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, team news and both predicted and confirmed lineups.

Two or Less Goals Predicted in this Clash

The best plan of attack could be backing Under 2.5 when it comes to the Total Goals market for the clash between Portsmouth and Stoke. We can land odds of -147 when it comes to this wager.

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3-1 Win for Pompey in Last H2H Battle

Portsmouth were defeated last time out. Fratton Park saw them beaten at home to Coventry City by a 2-1 scoreline. Pompey had five shots on target and boasted 57% possession, while Makenzie Kirk was the goalscorer.

Stoke City suffered a defeat in their previous game. A 2-0 scoreline occurred on the road at The Den against Millwall. The Potters had the lion’s share of the ball enjoying 59% possession and three shots on goal.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Portsmouth claimed victory in the previous meeting between these teams. A 3-1 home win was registered against Stoke at Fratton Park.

Championship		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
6	Stoke	11	5	3	3	12	8	4	12:8	18
17	Portsmouth	11	3	4	4	10	12	-2	10:12	13

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2 wins, 4 losses and 4 draws, averaging 0.9 goals from 3.3 shots on goal and 12.7 attempts. Pompey have had 49.6% possession and 5.3 corners per game. On average, they have conceded 1.2 goals from 4.4 shots on goal and 13.6 attempts, while the opposition have been awarded 5.3 corners.

Min-Hyeok Yang and Adrian Segecic lead the way with 2 goals, while Makenzie Kirk has 1. John Swift is the leading assists maker with 2.

Stoke have 4 victories, 3 defeats and 3 draws, averaging 12.7 attempts, 4.1 shots on goal and 0.9 goals. The Staffordshire outfit average 51.3% possession, 5.9 corners in their favour and 4.3 corners against, while 0.7 goals have been conceded from 3.9 shots on goal and 11.9 attempts.

Sorba Thomas and Million Manhoef have 3 and they’re top of the team’s scoring charts, with Bosun Lawal on 1. Sorba Thomas is the top assists provider in the last 10 games with 3.

Predicted & Confirmed Lineups

Portsmouth predicted lineup (4-2-3-1): Josef Bursik (GK), Zak Swanson, Josh Knight, Regan Poole, Connor Ogilvie, Marlon Pack, Andre Dozzell, Makenzie Kirk, Conor Chaplin, Min-hyeok Yang, Colby Bishop.

Stoke predicted lineup (4-2-3-1): Viktor Johansson (GK), Ben Wilmot, Ashley Phillips, Maksym Taloverov, Aaron Cresswell, Steven Nzonzi, Tatsuki Seko, Million Manhoef, Tomas Rigo, Sorba Thomas, Divin Mubama.

Portsmouth vs Stoke Prediction & Betting Tips

Get ahead of the game with our Portsmouth vs Stoke betting rundown, featuring our trusted match prediction, likely score outcome, corners betting edge, standout player prop plays and a fully loaded bet builder.

Match Prediction

We’re more than happy with odds of -147 when it comes to betting Under 2.5 Goals, with this price standing out for the Championship encounter. The teams might not net too many between them.

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 Championship action.

Key Portsmouth vs Stoke league stats:

• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 6 of the last 10 Portsmouth games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 12 of the last 20 Portsmouth games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 8 Stoke games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 15 of the last 20 Stoke games.

Under 2.5 Probability

According to the top bookies, our pick has a 59.5% chance of landing a return. However, our experts think that the probability sits between 65-70% taking all factors into consideration. This wager can therefore be backed with confidence.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Portsmouth 1 - 1 Stoke

Our prediction for the correct score is for the teams to play out a 1-1 draw and this is available at +430. It’s a fun wager to place which lands a bigger potential return.

Player Prop Picks

Top Pick: Million Manhoef Under 0.5 Shots On Target -143

Million Manhoef (Stoke) can be backed at -143 to not have a shot on goal. He looks like an attractive pick and we’ll have a bet on this Shots on Target outcome as the betting odds stand out.

Latest Million Manhoef Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+310

First

+650

Shots On Target

Over 0.5

-111

Under 0.5

-143

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Sorba Thomas to Score +350

Sorba Thomas (Stoke) has scored two goals in his past five Championship games. He looks like an attractive wager to be on the scoresheet and you’re able to back this Anytime Goalscorer selection at odds of +350.

Latest Sorba Thomas Player Prop Odds

Goalscorer

Anytime

+350

First

+750

Shots On Target

Over 0.5

+108

Under 0.5

-172

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Corners Prediction

Stoke Over 4.5 Corners -120

Stoke have had a corner average of 6.80 in the past five games, while Portsmouth have conceded an average 7.00 corners in their last five matches. If you agree with our verdict that the Stoke Team Corners line is too low, go for odds of -120 that they go over.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Portsmouth

Total

10.60 5.30 5.30

Home

9.70 5.60 4.10

Away

10.80 4.10 6.70

Stoke

Total

10.20 5.90 4.30

Home

8.80 5.40 3.40

Away

9.40 4.90 4.50

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 10.5

-115

Under 10.5

-123

Portsmouth Corners

Over 5.5

-100

Under 5.5

-138

Stoke Corners

Over 4.5

-120

Under 4.5

-120

Most Corners

1

-143

X

+650

2

+148

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Portsmouth vs Stoke 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 Predicting a Close Encounter

The draw is currently trading at +230 if you think this Championship encounter will end all square, while Stoke City have betting odds of +160 and Portsmouth are +165 to land a victory of their own.

If Stoke and Portsmouth play out a draw, then an Asian Handicap -0.25 on the former means a half stake refund. However, a victory for the favourites would mean a full payout at +118.

A low-scoring contest will be anticipated by many and Under 2.5 Goals currently has the shortest odds. If you’re keen on a BTTS bet, you will find that the Yes and No selections are both trading at -118.

No matter what Championship game is taking place, you will find hundreds of markets being offered. Peruse the various choices that are presented at the best football betting sites.

Full-Time Result

1

+165

X

+230

2

+160

Half-Time Result

1

+220

X

+112

2

+215

Double Chance

1X

-233

12

-357

X2

-238

Draw No Bet

1

-118

2

-120

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp +0.25

-161

2 Hcp -0.25

+118

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-147

Over 2.5

+112

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-118

No

-118

Colby Bishop Favourite to Find the Net First

Colby Bishop is the market leader at +475 to be the First Goalscorer. Should you think he will score the last goal, then a similar price can be found.

Colby Bishop (Portsmouth)

First

+210

Anytime

+475

Róbert Bozeník (Stoke)

First

+290

Anytime

+600

Josh Murphy (Portsmouth)

First

+300

Anytime

+650

Adrian Segecic (Portsmouth)

First

+300

Anytime

+650

Million Manhoef (Stoke)

First

+310

Anytime

+650

Sorba Thomas (Stoke)

First

+350

Anytime

+750

Mackenzie Kirk (Portsmouth)

First

+380

Anytime

+800

Lewis Baker (Stoke)

First

+390

Anytime

+800

Conor Chaplin (Portsmouth)

First

+460

Anytime

+1000

Florian Bianchini (Portsmouth)

First

+500

Anytime

+1000

John Swift (Portsmouth)

First

+700

Anytime

+1400

Tatsuki Seko (Stoke)

First

+800

Anytime

+1600

Terry Devlin (Portsmouth)

First

+850

Anytime

+1700

Luke Le Roux (Portsmouth)

First

+850

Anytime

+1900

Andre Dozzell (Portsmouth)

First

+950

Anytime

+1900

Zak Swanson (Portsmouth)

First

+1000

Anytime

+2000

Ben Pearson (Stoke)

First

+1000

Anytime

+2000

Regan Poole (Portsmouth)

First

+1000

Anytime

+2200

Marlon Pack (Portsmouth)

First

+1050

Anytime

+2000

Colby Bishop (Portsmouth)

Over 0.5

-172

Under 0.5

-100

Million Manhoef (Stoke)

Over 0.5

-111

Under 0.5

-143

Róbert Bozeník (Stoke)

Over 0.5

-106

Under 0.5

-159

Adrian Segecic (Portsmouth)

Over 0.5

-102

Under 0.5

-154

Sorba Thomas (Stoke)

Over 0.5

+108

Under 0.5

-172

Josh Murphy (Portsmouth)

Over 0.5

+112

Under 0.5

-179

Lewis Baker (Stoke)

Over 0.5

+138

Under 0.5

-222

Conor Chaplin (Portsmouth)

Over 0.5

+170

Under 0.5

-286

Florian Bianchini (Portsmouth)

Over 0.5

+170

Under 0.5

-286

Tatsuki Seko (Stoke)

Over 0.5

+310

Under 0.5

-667

Terry Devlin (Portsmouth)

Over 0.5

+330

Under 0.5

-769

Zak Swanson (Portsmouth)

Over 0.5

+400

Under 0.5

-1000

Regan Poole (Portsmouth)

Over 0.5

+400

Under 0.5

-1000

Portsmouth Have Lost Four of Previous Ten Home Games

Portsmouth have collected four defeats, three wins and three draws in the previous 10 home matches, scoring an average of 1.10 goals per game and conceding 1.30.

Stoke have not won in the past four away matches. The Potters have managed four draws, three victories and three losses in the last 10 away matches, recording an average of 0.80 goals per game and conceding 1.20.

The most recent Fratton Park meeting saw Portsmouth claim a 3-1 win over Stoke.

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
Stoke Away Stats		3-4-3	2.00	0.80	1.20	3	7	3	7

• 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

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Portsmouth vs Stoke Lineups & Team News

Be smart with your bets — check the Portsmouth vs Stoke team news beforehand. We’ll offer the predicted and confirmed Championship lineups along with the latest injury developments.

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