Prediction for match Portsmouth — West Bromwich

Odds and Outcome Probability

In the English Championship on January 31, Portsmouth will face West Bromwich. The odds for a West Bromwich win are 2.47, for a Portsmouth win - 2.84, and for a draw - 3.18. The probability percentages are distributed as follows: Portsmouth - 32.86%, draw - 29.35%, West Bromwich - 37.79%. West Bromwich is considered the favorite by the odds, but the difference between the teams is not overwhelming, suggesting a closely contested match. Interestingly, the odds for a double chance on Portsmouth/draw are at 1.50, which may attract those who prefer more cautious betting.

Team Results and Statistics

In their last three matches, Portsmouth played as follows: January 25 - Portsmouth vs Southampton 1-1, January 21 - Watford vs Portsmouth 1-1, January 17 - Sheffield Wednesday vs Portsmouth 0-1. West Bromwich's last three matches were: January 23 - Derby County vs West Bromwich 1-1, January 20 - West Bromwich vs Norwich City 0-5, January 16 - West Bromwich vs Middlesbrough 2-3. In their last head-to-head encounter on August 23, 2025, West Bromwich and Portsmouth drew 1-1. Over a five-match period, Portsmouth averages 45.6% possession, records 1.4 yellow cards, commits 12.2 fouls, and 1.4 offsides per game. West Bromwich has 46% possession, 2.2 yellows, 11.8 fouls, and 1.2 offsides. These stats indicate a roughly equal battle in terms of ball control and discipline, though West Bromwich tends to receive more cautions.

How Many Goals to Expect?

Over a five-match span, Portsmouth averages 3 goals per match, scoring 0.8 and conceding 2.2. West Bromwich has a higher average total of 3.8, scoring 1.2 and conceding 2.6. In Portsmouth's last 5 matches, the total over 2.5 occurred twice, under - 3 times. For West Bromwich, the total over 2.5 happened 4 out of 5 times, under - once. By halves, Portsmouth had a total over 1.5 in the first half 2 times, and in the second half 4 times out of 5. West Bromwich had over 1.5 in the first half only once, and in the second half 3 times out of 5. Portsmouth most frequently scores in the 76-90 minute interval (38%), while West Bromwich also scores in the final minutes (76-90, 33%). Portsmouth most often concedes between 61-75 minutes (38%), and West Bromwich in two intervals: 46-60 and 76-90 minutes (27% each). The goal statistics indicate both teams' tendency for productive endings and regular second-half goals. Considering both teams have an average total over 3 goals in the last 5 matches, and West Bromwich had 4 out of 5 high-scoring games, betting on over 2.5 goals at 2.18 seems logical.

Analysis of Corner Totals

Portsmouth averages 4.8 corners per match, West Bromwich - 5.8. In the last 5 matches, Portsmouth's total corners over 9.5 occurred 3 times, West Bromwich - 2 times. The odds for the total corners over 9.5 are 1.74, under 9.5 - 1.98. For corner outcomes, Portsmouth is the favorite with odds of 1.89. The combined average corner total for both teams is close to 10.6, making the bet on over 9.5 corners logical. It's also worth noting that both teams regularly earn corners, which could lead to a high number of set pieces in this match.