Main prediction: Portsmouth to win the clash
Alternative tip: double chance Portsmouth
Other market: over 10.5 corners
A clash with history. Portsmouth and Cardiff City are synonymous with rivalry and now they meet again this 05/09, at Fratton Park (The Old Girl), at 15:00.
In their last 5 matches across all competitions, Portsmouth have won 1 time(s). Cardiff City have won 0. Portsmouth have a 39.21568627451% probability of winning according to the sportsbooks.
Check out the probable line-ups here, where to watch and the prediction for Portsmouth vs Cardiff City in the EFL Championship 2026/27.
Prediction for Portsmouth vs Cardiff City
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Overview Portsmouth vs Cardiff City
Portsmouth are favourites, with a 39.21568627451% chance of winning according to the bookmakers. The odds for a Cardiff City Football Club Limited win are at 3.08 and a draw at 8.5.
In the EFL Championship, Portsmouth have 1 win(s), 0 draw(s) and 3 defeat(s), with 5 goal(s) scored and 8 conceded, having Adrian Segečić as top scorer with 1 goal(s). Meanwhile, Cardiff City have 0 win(s), 3 draw(s) and 0 defeat(s), with 5 goal(s) scored and 5 conceded, and Cian Ashford as top scorer with 2 goal(s).
Head-to-head between Portsmouth and Cardiff City
In 8 clashes, Cardiff City have the advantage over Portsmouth: 5 win(s) against 2 and 1 draw(s). The most recent was on 11/02/2025, in the EFL Championship, the match score was: Portsmouth 2-1 Cardiff City.
This data can contextualise the predictions for Portsmouth vs Cardiff City, but it guarantees nothing. Each team's form must be taken into account.
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Portsmouth: current form
Portsmouth are going through a difficult patch: 4 defeats in their last 5 matches across all competitions. A positive result here would be important to restore confidence.
See the numbers in the EFL Championship 2026/27:
1 win(s), 0 draw(s), 3 defeat(s)
Performance: 0.75 point(s) per match
5 goals scored (1.25 per match)
Top scorer: Adrian Segečić (1 goal(s))
Cardiff City: current form
Meanwhile, Cardiff City have played only 3 match(es) in the EFL Championship.
With little data in the league, their last 5 matches across all competitions show 0 win(s), 3 draw(s) and 2 defeat(s).
In this competition, the team arrives with these numbers:
0 win(s), 3 draw(s), 0 defeat(s)
0 win(s) in their last 5 across all competitions
1.4 goals per match in their last 5 across all competitions
Top scorer: Cian Ashford (2 goal(s))
Portsmouth vs Cardiff City key players
In the EFL Championship, Adrian Segečić carries Portsmouth Community Football Club Limited's attack with 1 goal(s).
The playmaker is Abu Kamara, leading in assists with 1. In the whole season, Adrian Segečić has 11 goal(s).
On the other side, Cian Ashford is the name that frightens the most for The Bluebirds with 2 goal(s) in the EFL Championship.
In terms of playmaking, Cian Ashford leads in assists with 1. In the whole season, Yousef Salech has accumulated 14 goal(s).
Portsmouth vs Cardiff City statistics in the EFL Championship
Portsmouth have an average of 11.5 corners and 0.5 cards per match. Meanwhile, Cardiff City have 15.67 corners and 1.33 cards. See the numbers for Portsmouth vs Cardiff City in the table below.
Portsmouth
England - Championship
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L L W L L |
0.6 |
| Home | L L D W W |
1.4 |
| Away | L W L W L |
1.2 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 25% | 0% | 50% |
| Goals | 3.25 | 3 | 3.5 |
| Scored | 1.25 | 0.5 | 2 |
| Conceded | 2 | 2.5 | 1.5 |
| Both Teams to Score | 75% | 50% | 100% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 25% | 50% | 0% |
| 1st to Score | 50% | 50% | 50% |
|
xG
|
1.73 | 1.99 | 1.49 |
|
xGA
|
1.31 | 1.32 | 1.29 |
Cardiff City
England - Championship
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L D L D D |
0.6 |
| Home | D L D W W |
1.6 |
| Away | L D L W D |
1 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Goals | 3.25 | 3 | 3.5 |
| Scored | 1.5 | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Conceded | 1.75 | 1.5 | 2 |
| Both Teams to Score | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Without Conceding | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed To Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| 1st to Score | 50% | 50% | 50% |
|
xG
|
1.86 | 2.17 | 1.56 |
|
xGA
|
1.59 | 1.38 | 1.81 |
More tips for Portsmouth vs Cardiff City
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Correct score prediction for Portsmouth vs Cardiff City
The favoritism in the odds points to Portsmouth. With the available data, we project a narrow win. Correct result: Portsmouth 1-0 Cardiff City. Predicting the exact score is difficult. The odds reflect this. Play with caution.
Where to watch Portsmouth vs Cardiff City
Check out where to watch the live match between Cardiff City and Portsmouth:
Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled
Predicted line-ups for Portsmouth and Cardiff City
The line-ups for Portsmouth vs Cardiff City in the English Championship are officially confirmed between 45 minutes and 1 hour before the match, via the referee's official team sheet and the clubs' social media channels.
Follow below who is expected to take to the pitch.
Portsmouth Community Football Club Limited line-up
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2
Benjamin Arthur
Defender
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7
Marlon Pack
Midfielder
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10
Adrian Segečić
Forward
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11
Abu Kamara
Forward
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22
Zak Swanson
Defender
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24
Terry Devlin
Defender
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25
Ryan Kavuma-McQueen
Forward
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29
Marko Milovanović
Forward
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31
Daniel Bielica
Goalkeeper
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38
Ebou Adams
Midfielder
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55
Madiodio Dia
Defender
The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.
Cardiff City Football Club Limited line-up
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1
Nathan Trott
Goalkeeper
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3
Joel Bagan
Defender
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4
Gabriel Osho
Defender
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8
Jack Moylan
Midfielder
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9
Yousef Salech
Forward
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10
Rubin Colwill
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11
Ollie Tanner
Forward
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18
Alexander Robertson
Midfielder
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23
Callum Scanlon
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38
Perry Ng
Defender
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45
Cian Ashford
Forward
The Cardiff City starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.
Match details for Portsmouth vs Cardiff City
Match: Portsmouth vs Cardiff City
Tournament: English Championship 2026/27
Date: 05/09/2026
Time: 15:00 (Brasília time)
Venue: Fratton Park (The Old Girl)
Broadcast: none scheduled
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