Our prediction for this League 1 match:
Portsmouth play host to Burton at their Fratton Park on day 38 of the current League One campaign. The Pompey are determined to retain top position in the standings, but they will have to prove their worth on the field. Jack Sparkes limped off with injury in a goalless draw with Blackpool, Kusini Yengi likely to step up. The Brewers, on the other hand, suffered a dip in form.
Considering that Burton collected only one point in total from the last four league fixtures, we are tempted to place our bets on the home side. Tuesday’s game comes too early for Burton trio Mason Bennett – Sam Hughes – Jasper Moon, while Ola-Adebomi is pushing for a recall to the starting XI. Mark Helm is eyeing a return to the starting eleven as well. You should know that the Pompey emerged triumphant in each of the previous four meetings with the Brewers.
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.