Championship · Matchday 4 · Season 2026/27 · ScheduledFratton Park, Portsmouth

Prediction for FC Portsmouth vs Derby County

FC PortsmouthView team →LWLDW
1X2 PREDICTION BALANCE
36.2%FC Portsmouth
30.7%Draw
33.1%Derby County
Derby CountyView team →LDLLW
VERDICTVery balanced match

Foresportia's analysis estimates that FC Portsmouth has the advantage based on the 1X2 probabilities. The 1X2 probabilities are very close and do not identify a clear favourite. The stability level still calls for a cautious reading. The more protective signal remains double chance 1X at 66.9%, rather than the straight 1X2 pick. Confidence reflects how clear the signal is for this match; stability reflects its historical robustness.

1X2 STABILITYRisk The stability badge measures the historical robustness of the 1X2 signal.Model confidence 36.8%
ROBUST ALTERNATIVEDouble chance 1X · 66.9%A more protective scenario than the straight 1X2 pick.

Why the model sees it this way

Relative strengthBalanced
Recent formAdvantage FC Portsmouth
Goal profileRather low-scoring
Signal stabilityLow
Model confidenceLow

Probabilities & verdict

FC Portsmouth36.2%
Draw30.7%
Derby County33.1%

Main pickFC Portsmouth

1X2 STABILITYRisk

Model confidence36.8%

1X2 alternatives

1X2 alternatives
MarketPickProbabilityReading
Double chance1269.3%Most robust signal
Draw no betFC Portsmouth52.2%Neutral
Total goalsUnder 2.554%Neutral
Both teams to scoreYes51.2%Neutral
Total goalsUnder 3.577%Solid
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How the match could unfold

Expected goals (xG)1.24FC Portsmouth

Expected goals (xG)1.17Derby County

Under 2.5 probability54%

BTTS No probability48.8%

Top 5 likely scores
1 - 111.9%0 - 011.7%1 - 010.6%0 - 110%2 - 19.3%

Advanced scenarios

FC PortsmouthDerby County
31.2%
Clean sheet
29.4%
19.5%
Win to nil
17.6%
14.7%
Win by 2 goals or more
12.8%
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Team comparison

15thCurrent position21st
1454Elo1446
LWLDWForm (last 5)LDLLW
1.8Goals scored / match (5)1.4
1.6Goals conceded / match (5)2.2
0.0Clean sheets (5)0.0
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Prediction reliability

Risk profile

This match carries more uncertainty than average. Our models therefore reduce confidence slightly.

HISTORICAL PERFORMANCERisk profile
46%

46% correct predictions
over 965 verified matches

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HISTORICAL SUCCESS RATE55%42.5%30%019338657977296546%Number of matches

Quick FAQ

What is the prediction for FC Portsmouth vs Derby County?

The Foresportia model sees a very balanced match. Caution is still required.

What is the likely score?

The model's first score scenario is 1 - 1 (11.90%). An exact score remains one scenario among several.

Is BTTS likely?

The model estimates BTTS Yes at 51.2% and BTTS No at 48.8%.

Which market is the most cautious according to the model?

Double chance 1X stands at 66.9%, without being certain.

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Our commitment

◇ Predictions archived before kick-off

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What the data says about FC Portsmouth vs Derby County

This Championship fixture is presented using the competition calendar, the available standings and the teams' recent form.

Before kick-off, FC Portsmouth sits 15th and Derby County 21st in the table. Their Elo ratings are 1454 for FC Portsmouth and 1446 for Derby County.

Across the five latest available matches, the form index is 46.7% for FC Portsmouth and 26.7% for Derby County. It measures recent momentum but does not decide the result on its own.

According to probabilities calculated by Foresportia, the 1X2 projection gives FC Portsmouth 36.2%, the draw 30.7% and Derby County 33.1%. The expected-goals model projects 1.24 xG against 1.17, for a combined 2.41. The most likely score according to Foresportia is 1–1 at 11.9%.