Portsmouth vs Sunderland Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 31 Aug 2024

Don’t Rule Out Under 2.5 Goals Being Scored

There are reasons to side with Under 2.5 on the Total Goals market. Portsmouth and Sunderland could fall short of the line and we really like the odds of -118 that are available for this pick.

Sunderland Beat Pompey When Teams Last Met

Portsmouth played out a 2-2 draw in their last game. This was on the road at Riverside Stadium against Middlesbrough. Pompey had just 33% possession and recorded three shots on target, with Christian Saydee scoring both of the goals.

Sunderland won their previous game which was at home. It was a 1-0 triumph at Stadium of Light against Burnley. The Black Cats had just 39% possession and recorded three shots on goal, with Romaine Mundle on the scoresheet.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The last encounter between Sunderland and Portsmouth saw the former win. It was a 1-0 scoreline at Stadium of Light. In the past 9 meetings between these teams, there has been two draws. Sunderland have won four games and Portsmouth three.

Pompey have drawn all of their previous 3 games, averaging 1.7 goals from 4.7 shots on goal and 8.0 attempts. They have averaged 44.0% possession and 2.3 corners per match, with their opponents getting 1.7 goals from 7.3 shots on goal, 13.3 attempts and 10.3 corners.

Christian Saydee and Callum Lang lead the way with 2 goals, while Elias Soerensen has scored 1. Callum Lang and Marlon Pack have recorded the most assists with 1 apiece.

Sunderland have 4 victories, 4 defeats and 2 draws, averaging 4.6 shots on goal, 8.9 attempts and 0.9 goals. Regis Le Bris' team average 50.3% possession, 4.6 corners awarded and 4.5 corners against, while 0.9 goals have been conceded from 6.0 attempts and 2.7 shots on goal.

The leading scorers have been Eliezer Mayenda and Luke O'Nien with 2, while Romaine Mundle has 1. Patrick Roberts has been the chief assist maker in the previous 10 games with 2.

Confirmed Lineups

Portsmouth confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Will Norris (GK), Zak Swanson, Jordan Williams, Ryley Towler, Connor Ogilvie, Marlon Pack, Andre Dozzell, Matt Ritchie, Callum Lang, Samuel Silvera, Christian Saydee.

Sunderland confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Anthony Patterson (GK), Trai Hume, Luke O'Nien, Daniel Ballard, Dennis Cirkin, Alan Browne, Chris Rigg, Patrick Roberts, Jobe Bellingham, Romaine Mundle, Eliezer Mayenda.

Portsmouth vs Sunderland Prediction & Betting Tips

We could be set for a low-scoring Championship encounter. We will therefore bet on Under 2.5 which can be backed at an eye-catching price of -118, with defences set to be on top for the most part.

We use the injury and suspension information to come up with the best possible football tips. You will also see that we take a stats-led approach by considering the key numbers.

Key Portsmouth vs Sunderland league stats:

• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in any of the last 5 Sunderland games on the road.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 8 of the last 10 Sunderland games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 5 Sunderland games on the road.

Under 2.5 Probability

The betting sites make it a 54.1% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. Based on our experts research, we calculate the actual probability to be closer to 60%. It is therefore regarded as a value wager.

There are bigger odds on the cards if you combine the Under 2.5 Goals selection on the Total Goals & Both Teams to Score market. BTTS No is the other pick that you can include here.

Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Portsmouth 0 - 1 Sunderland

Sunderland are available to back at +600 to secure a 1-0 victory. This is a risky but potentially more rewarding bet, with this correct score option providing appeal.

Portsmouth vs Sunderland Odds

Sunderland are the shortest price to win this Championship game according to the bookies, with the gambling operators giving them a 50% probability due to their -100 betting odds. If you want to back the outsider for this match, Portsmouth are available at +250.

Bet on Over 2.5 Goals or Under 2.5 Goals at similar odds right now.

A Bet Builder allows you to combine different Championship betting markets for a match. For example, you might want to predict the Match Winner and Total Goals at a football betting site.

Full-Time Result

1

+250

X

+270

2

-100

Half-Time Result

1

+333.3

X

+110

2

+162.5

Double Chance

1X

-125

12

-350

X2

-350

Draw No Bet

1

+150

2

-200

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp +0.5

-115

2 Hcp -0.5

+103

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-133

Over 2.5

+105

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-120

No

-120

Portsmouth vs Sunderland Lineups & Team News

It’s good to know about any injuries and this is reflected in our Portsmouth vs Sunderland team news, with this leading to predicted and confirmed lineups.

The Championship squads highlight the star players operating for every team in the division.

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