{"id":1444760,"date":"2026-04-23T10:54:13","date_gmt":"2026-04-23T09:54:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/?post_type=news&p=1444760"},"modified":"2026-04-23T10:54:13","modified_gmt":"2026-04-23T09:54:13","slug":"match-preview-stoke-vs-portsmouth-25-04-26-championship","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/www.squawka.com\/en\/news\/match-preview-stoke-vs-portsmouth-25-04-26-championship\/","title":{"rendered":"Stoke City vs Portsmouth: predictions, stats, tips & odds"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Stoke City<\/a> and Portsmouth<\/a> meet at the bet365 Stadium in what looks set to be a closely-fought Championship<\/a> encounter. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

With both sides looking to climb away from the lower reaches of the table, recent head-to-head history and underlying stats suggest a fascinating tactical duel. Kick-off is scheduled for 15:00 on Saturday, with both teams needing a response after inconsistent recent results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Best Bets & Predictions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Based on Stoke’s defensive edge and the attacking contributions of their leading players, here are our top betting recommendations for this match. We’re particularly confident in Stoke City to win, given their superior recent record against Portsmouth and better defensive metrics across the season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Our Prediction<\/th>\nOdds & Bookmaker<\/th>\nConfidence<\/th>\nWhy We’re Backing It<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Stoke City to Win<\/strong><\/td>\n13\/8 @ Bet365<\/a>
(38.1%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nWe are backing Stoke City to win because they have won two of the last three meetings against Portsmouth and boast a stronger defence (13 clean sheets to Portsmouth’s 10). Their pass and shot accuracy are both superior, and their home form gives them an extra edge.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Both Teams To Score \u2013 No<\/strong><\/td>\n10\/11 @ Bet365<\/a>
(52.4%)<\/td>\n		\u2b50\u2b50\u2b50<\/td>\nThere could be value here due to Stoke’s fairly solid defensive record (13 clean sheets). Portsmouth have struggled to break down organised sides and managed just four goals across their last three meetings with Stoke.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Odds correct at the time of writing.<\/small><\/p>\n\n\n

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    Season Form & Standings<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    Stoke have enjoyed slightly steadier form, picking up 15 wins and keeping 13 clean sheets. Portsmouth have struggled defensively (62 goals conceded) and will need to tighten up to avoid being dragged further into the relegation mix.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Team<\/th>\nPos<\/th>\nP<\/th>\nW<\/th>\nD<\/th>\nL<\/th>\nGF<\/th>\nGA<\/th>\nGD<\/th>\nPts<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
    Stoke City<\/td>\n17<\/td>\n44<\/td>\n15<\/td>\n10<\/td>\n19<\/td>\n50<\/td>\n51<\/td>\n-1<\/td>\n55<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Portsmouth<\/td>\n20<\/td>\n44<\/td>\n13<\/td>\n12<\/td>\n19<\/td>\n45<\/td>\n62<\/td>\n-17<\/td>\n51<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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