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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%
Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6 | 4 | 5.12 |
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
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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