Middlesbrough vs Portsmouth predictions, Apr 11, 2026

Apr 05, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

English League Championship, on Saturday,

Middlesbrough

Portsmouth

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On April 11, 2026, Middlesbrough FC will host Portsmouth FC in an English League Championship clash at the Riverside Stadium. Both teams are struggling to find consistent form, with Middlesbrough winning just 1 of their last 5 matches, while Portsmouth has been unable to secure a victory during the same stretch.

Middlesbrough’s tactical approach has shown flashes of potential, particularly in possession-based play, yet their inability to convert opportunities into goals has hindered their results. With a home advantage, Middlesbrough will aim to capitalize on their familiarity with the pitch and the support from their fans.

On the other hand, Portsmouth has faced challenges in their attacking and defensive organization, contributing to their winless run. The team may need to adopt a more cohesive strategy to break down Middlesbrough’s defense and create scoring chances.

Bookmaker odds reflect a strong leaning towards a home victory at 1.6, while Portsmouth’s odds are set at 5.12. Our model estimates a 44.3% chance of a Middlesbrough win, showcasing their slight edge. However, with both teams in search of form, anything can happen, making this a crucial encounter for both sides.

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Middlesbrough
58.4%		 Draw
23.4%		 Portsmouth
18.2%

Outrights of English League Championship Middlesbrough: 0.93%

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Latest Results

03.04.26 Middlesbrough FC – Millwall – 1:2
21.03.26 Blackburn Rovers – Middlesbrough FC – 0:0
14.03.26 Middlesbrough FC – Bristol City – 1:1
11.03.26 Middlesbrough FC – Charlton Athletic – 0:1
08.03.26 Queens Park Rangers – Middlesbrough FC – 0:4		 03.04.26 Norwich City – Portsmouth FC – 1:1
21.03.26 Queens Park Rangers – Portsmouth FC – 6:1
16.03.26 Portsmouth FC – Derby County – 0:1
10.03.26 Portsmouth FC – Swansea City – 1:2
07.03.26 Blackburn Rovers – Portsmouth FC – 1:1

Facts

  • This match features one of the leaders against an outsider (ranked 3 in the zone Promotion ~ Championship (Play Offs: Semi~finals) and 21).
  • Middlesbrough has had mixed results lately (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • Portsmouth has been struggling lately (in the last 5 games, wins – 0).
  • In this match, Middlesbrough is a strong favorite.
  • In the last 4 head-to-head matches, Middlesbrough won 1 match, drew 1 match, lost 2 matches, and goals 6:6. (average 1.5:1.5).
  • Including home match between the teams, Middlesbrough won 0 matches, drew 1 match, lost 0 matches, and goals 2:2.

    Latest Head To Head

    04.10.25 Portsmouth FC – Middlesbrough FC – 1:0
    18.01.25 Portsmouth FC – Middlesbrough FC – 2:1
    24.08.24 Middlesbrough FC – Portsmouth FC – 2:2
    03.03.12 Portsmouth FC – Middlesbrough FC – 1:3

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Coventry 40 25 8 7 84:42 42 83
    2 Millwall 40 21 9 10 55:45 10 72
    3 Middlesbrough 40 20 11 9 60:39 21 71
    4 Ipswich 38 19 12 7 67:39 28 69
    5 Hull 40 20 7 13 63:58 5 67
    6 Wrexham 40 17 13 10 62:53 9 64
    7 Southampton 39 17 12 10 63:48 15 63
    8 Derby 40 17 9 14 58:51 7 60
    9 Watford 40 14 14 12 51:48 3 56
    10 QPR 40 16 8 16 57:62 -5 56
    11 Norwich 40 16 7 17 53:47 6 55
    12 Stoke 40 15 9 16 48:43 5 54
    13 Bristol City 40 15 9 16 51:51 0 54
    14 Birmingham 40 14 11 15 48:50 -2 53
    15 Preston 40 13 14 13 47:51 -4 53
    16 Swansea 40 15 8 17 47:52 -5 53
    17 Sheffield Utd 40 15 6 19 57:57 0 51
    18 Charlton 40 12 12 16 37:48 -11 48
    19 Blackburn 40 12 10 18 37:49 -12 46
    20 West Brom 40 11 11 18 42:56 -14 44
    21 Portsmouth 39 10 11 18 38:55 -17 41
    22 Leicester 40 11 13 16 53:62 -9 40
    23 Oxford Utd 40 9 13 18 37:52 -15 40
    24 Sheffield Wed ✔ 40 1 9 30 24:81 -57 -6

    English League Championship Outrights

    1. Coventry: 1.01 (92.46%)

    2. Ipswich: 36.2 (2.57%)

    3. Millwall: 43 (2.17%)

    4. Southampton: 100 (0.93%)

    5. Middlesbrough: 100 (0.93%)

    6. Hull City: 100 (0.93%)

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