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Championship | Wed 14 Oct, 19:45

Portsmouth v Sheffield Utd Stats

Data last updated: Tue 13 Oct 2026, 10:32 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

Portsmouth host Sheffield United in a Championship clash where home resilience meets away inconsistency. Portsmouth remain unbeaten in their last five home league matches, showcasing defensive discipline by conceding no more than one goal in nine consecutive games at Fratton Park. Sheffield United, despite a higher league position, have struggled on the road with just one win in their last six away fixtures. Both sides come off narrow 1-0 defeats, setting up a tactical battle emphasizing defensive solidity and cautious attacking intent. The stakes are high as Portsmouth hover just above the relegation zone, while Sheffield United aim to stabilize their mid-table position under Chris Wilder's management.

BT4Y lean · price warning

Double Chance: Portsmouth or Draw

  • Price warning: current odds imply about 62%, above the 36% model chance, so this is a football-led pick rather than a clear value bet; reduce stake or wait for a better price.
  • Portsmouth unbeaten in last five home league matches (W2, D3).
  • Sheffield United have won only one of their last six away games.
  • Portsmouth have conceded no more than one goal in nine straight home games.
  • Both teams recently suffered narrow 1-0 defeats, indicating a cautious approach.
Price warning

Double Chance: Portsmouth or Draw is still the main football pick, but the current price is short: the market implies about 62% while the model sits nearer 36% (-25.6 pts). Keep staking reduced or wait for a better price unless final team news strengthens the selection. Better value alternative: Sheffield Utd to Win shows a +15 pts edge at 3.2.

Why This Pick Is Price-Sensitive

Football case vs market price

The model identifies Portsmouth's strong home defensive record and Sheffield United's recent away struggles as key factors supporting the Double Chance on Portsmouth or Draw. Portsmouth's ability to limit goals conceded at Fratton Park and Sheffield United's inconsistency away create a scenario where avoiding an outright away win is probable. However, the current market price is short compared to the model's chance, indicating a price-sensitive selection rather than clear value. Reduced staking or waiting for price improvement is advised, with potential gains if line-ups or late data strengthen Portsmouth's defensive setup.

Portsmouth Home Defensive RecordConceded ≤1 goal in 9 consecutive home games
Strong positive
Sheffield United Away Form1 win in last 6 away matches
Positive
Market Price vs Model Chance36.3% model chance vs 61.9% implied (-25.6 pts)
Negative
Recent Narrow DefeatsBoth teams lost 1-0 last match
Positive

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

The Double Chance on Portsmouth or Draw reflects Portsmouth's home resilience and Sheffield United's away-day inconsistencies. Portsmouth's disciplined defensive structure at Fratton Park combined with Sheffield United's recent travel struggles makes this a sensible bet. The cautious tactical approaches following recent defeats suggest a tight game where Portsmouth are unlikely to lose outright.

Main risk

If Portsmouth’s block sits too deep, they risk inviting pressure on the edge of the box.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · Match outcome and tactical form

“Portsmouth's home grit and defensive compactness create a tough challenge for Sheffield United, whose away form has been patchy. This bet captures the tactical and form dynamics shaping a likely tight contest.”

Key Data Signals

Double Chance: Portsmouth or Draw evidence

Portsmouth unbeaten in last five home league matches (W2, D3).

Sheffield United have won only one of their last six away games.

Portsmouth have conceded no more than one goal in nine straight home games.

Both teams recently suffered narrow 1-0 defeats, indicating a cautious approach.

What To Watch In The Data

Double Chance: Portsmouth or Draw notes

  • Over the last six meetings, the average goals per match is 1.83, indicating generally low-scoring encounters.
  • Recent form shows Portsmouth's low over 2.5 goals rate (20%) versus Sheffield United's higher rate (80%), suggesting potential for a low to moderate scoring game.
  • The trend points to a controlled tempo with limited goal bursts, consistent with the defensive solidity and cautious tactics expected in this fixture.
Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Portsmouth0.8
Avg goals scored
Sheffield Utd1.4
Portsmouth1
Avg goals conceded
Sheffield Utd1.4
Portsmouth20%
BTTS rate
Sheffield Utd60%
Portsmouth20%
Over 2.5 goals
Sheffield Utd80%
Best odds for this sectionUnder 2.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · Model 54% vs implied 52% · edge +1.5 pts
1.91
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BTTS YesBetUK guide price · model 57%
1.67
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BTTS NoBetMGM guide price · model 47%
2.1
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 50%
1.91
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Over 1.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 68%
1.28
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Over 3.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 32%
3.4
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Both teams have shown defensive caution recently, with Portsmouth conceding no more than one goal in nine home games and Sheffield United averaging 1.4 goals scored but also conceding 1.4 per game. The low BTTS rate for Portsmouth (20%) versus Sheffield United's higher rate (60%) indicates a likely low-scoring affair with potential for a single goal each, aligning with the predicted cautious draw.

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Market odds

Top available prices first, with more markets available on demand.

Best odds for this sectionSheffield Utd to WinBetMGM guide price · Model 46% vs implied 31% · edge +15 pts
3.2
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Sheffield Utd Draw No BetBetfred guide price · model 58%
2.1
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Over 3.5 CardsBetfred guide price · model 65%
1.62
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Over 8.5 CornersBetfred guide price · model 75%
1.28
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BTTS YesBetUK guide price · model 57%
1.67
Check odds @ 1.67
Over 2.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 50%
1.91
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DrawBet365 guide price · model 28%
3.25
Check odds @ 3.25
The 36.3% for Double Chance: Portsmouth or Draw sits against roughly 61.9% implied by the current price (-25.6 pts). Can Portsmouth’s home grit derail Sheffield United’s front four?
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Portsmouth

LDDWL
Last 51W 2D 2L
Last 5 record
Last 102W 2D 4L
11 Oct 2026A Southampton0-1
19 Sep 2026H Blackburn2-2
12 Sep 2026A Charlton0-0
05 Sep 2026H Cardiff2-0
01 Sep 2026H Derby0-2

Sheffield Utd

WLLWL
Last 52W 0D 3L
Last 5 record
Last 103W 3D 3L
10 Oct 2026H Lincoln3-0
19 Sep 2026A Stoke City1-2
13 Sep 2026H Wolves0-1
08 Sep 2026A Blackburn2-1
05 Sep 2026H Norwich1-3
Best odds for this sectionAway / DrawBet365 guide price · Model 76% vs implied 62% · edge +13.9 pts
1.62
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Sheffield Utd to WinBetMGM guide price · model 46%
3.2
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Sheffield Utd Draw No BetBetfred guide price · model 58%
2.1
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Home / DrawBet365 guide price · model 64%
1.36
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DrawBet365 guide price · model 28%
3.25
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Portsmouth to WinBetMGM guide price · model 36%
2.25
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Portsmouth Draw No BetBetfred guide price · model 46%
1.7
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Portsmouth have earned 5 points recently with a low goals-for rate (0.8) and strong defensive record (1 goal against), reflecting a patient, defence-first approach at home. Sheffield United have 6 points with higher scoring (1.4 goals per game) but also concede more (1.4), indicating more open matches. The form data supports a cautious game where Portsmouth's resilience counters Sheffield United's attacking intent, favoring a Double Chance on Portsmouth or Draw.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

20%Portsmouth Over 2.5
80%Sheffield Utd Over 2.5
1.83H2H avg goals
Over the last six meetings, the average goals per match is 1.83, indicating generally low-scoring encounters. Recent form shows Portsmouth's low over 2.5 goals rate (20%) versus Sheffield United's higher rate (80%), suggesting potential for a low to moderate scoring game. The trend points to a controlled tempo with limited goal bursts, consistent with the defensive solidity and cautious tactics expected in this fixture.

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