Portsmouth vs Coventry Betting Tips & Predictions 21/10/2025
Updated 13 May 2026
Portsmouth vs Coventry kick-off, date & TV info
Date: Thursday, October 21, 2025
Kick-off: 19:45 BST
Venue: Fratton Park
Competition: EFL Championship
TV: Sky Sports
This EFL Championship clash between Portsmouth and Coventry promises to be an exciting encounter filled with action and drama. Fratton Park, the historic home of Portsmouth, will be the battleground where these two teams will fight for victory. Both sides will be looking to secure three valuable points to climb the league table and boost their promotion hopes.
Portsmouth, known for their passionate fanbase and rich history, will be aiming to dominate the game with their attacking flair and solid defense. Coventry, on the other hand, will be keen to showcase their resilience and tactical prowess to outwit their opponents. The atmosphere is expected to be electric as both sets of supporters will be cheering their teams on.
With a kick-off time set for 19:45 BST, fans can look forward to an intense battle under the floodlights. The match will be broadcast live on Sky Sports, allowing viewers to witness all the thrills and spills of this highly anticipated fixture.
Key Stats For Last 5 Games
- Head-to-Head: Portsmouth 3 - 2 Coventry
- Portsmouth (Recent Form): WDLWL
- Coventry (Recent Form): DWWLW
- Goal Scoring: Portsmouth 10 - 8 Coventry
- Last 5 Games Portsmouth: 2 wins, 1 draw, 2 losses
- Last 5 Games Coventry: 3 wins, 1 draw, 1 loss
- Possession: Portsmouth 52% - 48% Coventry
- Yellow Cards: Portsmouth 12 - 10 Coventry
- Red Cards: Portsmouth 1 - 2 Coventry
- Fouls: Portsmouth 45 - 38 Coventry
- Corners: Portsmouth 24 - 22 Coventry
Portsmouth vs Coventry Betting Odds
Betting odds are subject to change. Please check with the bookmaker for the latest odds.
- Portsmouth - 2/1
- Draw - 3/1
- Coventry - 5/2
Portsmouth vs Coventry Betting Tips & Predictions
In what is expected to be a closely contested match, Portsmouth holds a slight advantage over Coventry based on recent form and home advantage. Portsmouth's attacking prowess combined with solid defense could see them edge out Coventry in a narrow victory.
Coventry, however, has shown resilience and determination in recent games, and they are more than capable of causing an upset. This match could go either way, with both teams likely to find the back of the net. A draw is also a possible outcome given the evenly matched nature of the teams.
Overall, this game is likely to be a thrilling encounter with plenty of goal-scoring opportunities. Fans can expect an intense battle with both teams giving their all to secure the vital three points. In the end, Portsmouth may have the slight edge, but Coventry will certainly put up a strong fight.
FAQs
What is the capacity of Fratton Park?
Fratton Park, the home ground of Portsmouth, has a seating capacity of approximately 20,600 spectators.
How many times have Portsmouth won the EFL Championship?
Portsmouth has won the EFL Championship title twice, in the 2002-2003 and 2016-2017 seasons.
Who is the all-time top scorer in matches between Portsmouth and Coventry?
The all-time top scorer in matches between Portsmouth and Coventry is Peter Ndlovu, who scored a total of 7 goals in games between the two teams.
Has Coventry ever been relegated from the EFL Championship?
Yes, Coventry City has been relegated from the EFL Championship on multiple occasions, with the most recent relegation in the 2011-2012 season.
Which manager has the highest win percentage in the history of Portsmouth?
Alan Ball holds the record for the highest win percentage as a manager at Portsmouth, with a 52.53% win rate during his tenure.
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| # | Team | P | W | D | L | F | A | GD | PTS |
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| 1 |
Coventry
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46 | 28 | 11 | 7 | 97 | 45 | 52 | 95 |
| 2 |
Ipswich
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46 | 23 | 15 | 8 | 80 | 47 | 33 | 84 |
| 3 |
Millwall
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46 | 24 | 11 | 11 | 64 | 49 | 15 | 83 |
| 4 |
Southampton
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46 | 22 | 14 | 10 | 82 | 56 | 26 | 80 |
| 5 |
Middlesbrough
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46 | 22 | 14 | 10 | 72 | 47 | 25 | 80 |
| 6 |
Hull
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46 | 21 | 10 | 15 | 70 | 66 | 4 | 73 |
| 7 |
Wrexham
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46 | 19 | 14 | 13 | 69 | 65 | 4 | 71 |
| 8 |
Derby
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46 | 20 | 9 | 17 | 67 | 59 | 8 | 69 |
| 9 |
Norwich
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46 | 19 | 8 | 19 | 63 | 56 | 7 | 65 |
| 10 |
Birmingham
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46 | 17 | 13 | 16 | 57 | 56 | 1 | 64 |
| 11 |
Swansea
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46 | 18 | 10 | 18 | 57 | 59 | -2 | 64 |
| 12 |
Bristol City
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46 | 17 | 11 | 18 | 59 | 59 | 0 | 62 |
| 13 |
Sheffield Utd
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46 | 18 | 6 | 22 | 66 | 66 | 0 | 60 |
| 14 |
Preston
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46 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 55 | 62 | -7 | 60 |
| 15 |
QPR
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46 | 16 | 10 | 20 | 61 | 73 | -12 | 58 |
| 16 |
Watford
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46 | 14 | 15 | 17 | 53 | 65 | -12 | 57 |
| 17 |
Stoke
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46 | 15 | 10 | 21 | 51 | 56 | -5 | 55 |
| 18 |
Portsmouth
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46 | 14 | 13 | 19 | 49 | 64 | -15 | 55 |
| 19 |
Charlton
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46 | 13 | 14 | 19 | 44 | 58 | -14 | 53 |
| 20 |
Blackburn
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46 | 13 | 13 | 20 | 42 | 56 | -14 | 52 |
| 21 |
West Brom
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46 | 13 | 14 | 19 | 48 | 58 | -10 | 51 |
| 22 |
Oxford Utd
|
46 | 11 | 14 | 21 | 45 | 59 | -14 | 47 |
| 23 |
Leicester
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46 | 12 | 16 | 18 | 58 | 68 | -10 | 46 |
| 24 |
Sheffield Wed
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46 | 2 | 12 | 32 | 29 | 89 | -60 | 0 |






