Our prediction for this Championship match:
Stoke City
Match Time & Date:
02/10/2024
20:45
Prediction: 2-1
Portsmouth
Stoke City will be eager to put an end to their disappointing three-game losing run as they welcome Portsmouth to the Bet365 Stadium. The Potters have struggled in recent weeks but will see the midweek fixture as an ideal chance to regain some confidence. Million Manhoef is a major doubt for the hosts after limping off in their 2-0 defeat to Middlesbrough, but Alex Neil’s side still boasts enough firepower to make life difficult for the Pompey.
Portsmouth, on the other hand, are not regarded as good travellers. Their inconsistent away form could prove costly here, especially with the likes of Callum Lang and Kusini Yengi being sidelined with injuries. Despite their resilient attitude, John Mousinho’s men could face a tough challenge against a Stoke side desperate for points. With the Potters keen to turn their fortunes around and Portsmouth weakened by injuries, we believe that punters worldwide can find value in betting on the home side.
Highlighted Player (Jack Bonham):
Jack Bonham is a professional footballer who was born in Stevenage on the 14th of September, 1993. The 26-year-old, although having born in England, is an Irish International and has featured for the Republic of Ireland's Under-17 team five times.
At the club level, he began his youth career with Watford and signed his first professional contract in September 2010 at the age of 17. Bonham's first-ever professional appearance came on the 4th of May, 2013 as a substitute against Leeds United in the final game of the 12/13 Championship season.
This appearance marked the 1.92 m standing goalkeeper's only appearance in a Watford shirt. Bonham then went on to play for clubs like Brentford, Carlisle United and Bristol Rovers before eventually joining Gillingham at the start of the 2019 season on a two-year contract. He's since featured nine times for the club and kept two clean sheets.
Highlighted Team (Portsmouth):
During Milan Mandaric’s era at the club, Portsmouth played an important role in the Premier League, with the team finishing their debut season (2003/2004) in the 13th position in the standings. The club impressed in the 2008/2009 season, with Nwankwo Kanu’s goal helping them beat Cardiff City in the FA Cup final.
As a result, Portsmouth represented England in the Europa League, with the team progressing in the group stages of the competition thanks to a win over Vitoria Gimaraes in the final qualifying round. The current club was formed in 2013, but the original amateur club was founded back in 1883. Nowadays Portsmouth host their rivals at Fratton Park, with the venue holding up to 20,620 spectators.
The likes of Sol Campbell, David James, Glen Johnson and aforementioned Nigeria international Nwankwo Kanu are considered one of the club’s most notable players. Portsmouth wear blue shirts, white shorts and red socks when hosting their rivals at Fratton Park, while wearing white and blue colours when playing on the road.
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