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Middlesbrough vs Portsmouth — Match Prediction

Championship 2026/27 · Matchday 22 · Sat 19 Dec, 15:00 UTC

Middlesbrough win
64%
Draw
20%
Portsmouth win
16%
Most likely score2–0
Projected goals2.1 – 1
Over 2.5 goals61%
Both teams score56%
MiddlesbroughWWDDW3rd · 15 pts
PortsmouthLWDDL19th · 8 pts

Ahead of Middlesbrough v Portsmouth in the Championship on 19 December 2026, Footyntel's model — built from each side's attack and defence strength and blended with last season's form — makes a home win for Middlesbrough the most likely outcome at 64%. The single most probable scoreline is 2–0, with projected goals of 2.1 for Middlesbrough and 1 for Portsmouth. There is a 61% chance of over 2.5 goals and 56% chance both teams score.

Scoreline probability

Model probability (%) of each scoreline — Middlesbrough goals down (↓), Portsmouth goals across (→). The outlined cell is the most likely result.

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FAQ

Who will win Middlesbrough vs Portsmouth?

Footyntel's model makes a home win for Middlesbrough the most likely result at 64%. Full split: Middlesbrough win 64%, draw 20%, Portsmouth win 16%. It is a statistical model, not betting advice.

What is the predicted score for Middlesbrough vs Portsmouth?

The most probable scoreline from the model is 2–0 (Middlesbrough 2–0 Portsmouth). Projected goals: Middlesbrough 2.1, Portsmouth 1.

Will both teams score / will there be over 2.5 goals?

The model gives a 61% chance of over 2.5 goals and a 56% chance of both teams scoring.

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