Portsmouth will be looking to continue a decent spell of resilient form as they face the second-worst performers of the league season. Wednesday are languishing in the relegation zone and look a near-certainty for a drop down to League One.
John Mousinho’s side could underestimate a side plagued by injuries and contract terminations, with the Owls’ form against Pompey being exceptionally promising. With some quality still remaining in thin areas of the squad, Henrik Pedersen’s side could look to exit the relegation places temporarily on Saturday.
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Our Three Predictions for Portsmouth vs Sheffield Wednesday
- First Prediction: Draw No Bet – Sheffield Wednesday 16/5
- Second Prediction: Under 2.5 goals 2/1
- Third Prediction: Josh Murphy to score anytime 67/20
Betting odds are correct at time of writing via MyriadPlay
First Prediction for Portsmouth vs Sheffield Wednesday – Draw No Bet – Sheffield Wednesday 16/5
Not only does this bet allow for a void of any money placed, if the two sides draw, it backs an Owls side who have bettered Portsmouth on three occasions in their past six meetings. Pompey have failed to win any of these six games against Wednesday and could see a repeat here.
The Owls have preserved their first team for this tie specifically. A cup exit at the hands of Grimsby Town saw Pedersen’s side eliminated from the Carabao Cup. However, this was a tactical decision to rotate heavily and focus on remaining in the second tier. With key players like Barry Bannan and Bailey Cadamarteri well rested, the Owls could spring a surprise on Mousinho’s men.
Portsmouth have been really good value on the road, but have somewhat struggled at Fratton Park so far this season. This could also point to a favourable tie for Wednesday.
Second Prediction for Portsmouth vs Sheffield Wednesday – Under 2.5 goals 2/1
The likelihood of a high-scoring game, despite a shaky defensive setup for the Owls in recent weeks, should be quite low considering the lack of goalscoring in Portsmouth-involved matches.
Under 2.5 goals is a decent shout for a narrow Wednesday win for example. Or vice versa, Portsmouth have a decent chance of shutting the Owls out entirely, either holding on to an early lead or reaching a 0-0/1-1 stalemate. Mousinho’s defensive shape has been resilient for the most part so far this season, with clean sheets in three matches. For Pompey, this bet has landed four times already in the campaign.
Wednesday are looking light up front, with Jamal Lowe and Charlie McNeill being subbed off at half time against Bristol City last weekend. The attacking options are arguably the weakest are of Pedersen’s side, so a change in formation could be necessary for this bet not to land.
Third Prediction for Portsmouth vs Sheffield Wednesday – Josh Murphy to score anytime 67/20
Murphy has been nowhere near his best so far this season. However, with an appealing fixture on paper against Wednesday this weekend, now could be the perfect time to open his account for the campaign.
The winger has offered an assist so far, but needs to look to replicate a clinical season like in 2024/25. Portsmouth could be reliant on Murphy at the weekend, who may look to exploit the weakened right side of Wednesday’s defence.
Last campaign, Murphy scored seven goals, but also contributed 14 assists. This creative handful could see one of his excellent performances from last season be translated onto the new season.
Best Odds for Portsmouth vs Sheffield Wednesday
| Bookmaker | Portsmouth | Draw | Sheffield Wednesday |
| MyriadPlay | 11/20 | 16/5 | 9/2 |
| Gentleman Jim | 8/15 | 16/5 | 9/2 |
| Betarno | 8/15 | 3/1 | 21/5 |
Full Preview of the Game – Last Results and Head-to-Head
Portsmouth have been decent once more this season, showing they have enough to begin to climb the Championship table. Pompey sit ninth in the league and have been involved in low-scoring affairs.
John Mousinho’s side began the campaign with a 1-0 victory over Oxford United, before a 2-1 loss to Reading eliminated them from the Carabao Cup. Norwich City then visited Fratton Park, defeating Pompey once more. Draws with West Bromwich Albion, as well as Southampton in a fierce derby day, came either side of a 1-0 win over Preston North End on 30th August.
Sheffield Wednesday on the other hand, won against Leeds after a 3-3, penalty victory over Bolton Wanderers in the first round. Pedersen’s side are winless this season though. Just one point, in an impressive comeback against Wrexham, has been surrounded by zero point performances. Defeats to Leicester City, Stoke City, Swansea City and Bristol City have landed the Owls in an early relegation zone place, yet still above fierce rivals Sheffield United.
Portsmouth haven’t beaten Wednesday in six successive head-to-head matches, with the Owls winning away from home last season. A 1-1 draw saw the Hillsborough fixture hand both sides a point apiece.
20/09/2025
Championship
Championship
Portsmouth Sheffield Wed 0 2 26/04/2025
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Championship
Sheffield Wednesday Portsmouth 1 1 25/10/2024
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Championship
Portsmouth Sheffield Wednesday 1 2 11/03/2023
League One
League One
Portsmouth Sheffield Wednesday 0 1 30/07/2022
League One
League One
Sheffield Wednesday Portsmouth 3 3 08/11/2025
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Hull Portsmouth 3 2 L 05/11/2025
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Portsmouth Wrexham 0 0 D 01/11/2025
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Birmingham Portsmouth 4 0 L 25/10/2025
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Championship
Portsmouth Stoke 0 1 L 21/10/2025
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Championship
Portsmouth Coventry 1 2 L 08/11/2025
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Championship
Southampton Sheffield Wed 3 1 L 05/11/2025
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Championship
Sheffield Wed Norwich 1 1 D 01/11/2025
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West Brom Sheffield Wed 0 0 D 25/10/2025
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Championship
Sheffield Wed Oxford Utd 1 2 L 22/10/2025
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Sheffield Wed Middlesbrough 0 1 LConfrontation
Last Results - Portsmouth
Last Results - Sheffield Wed
Where to watch Portsmouth vs Sheffield Wednesday
Where can I watch this Championship weekend clash, either on TV or in-person?
- Location: Fratton Park, Portsmouth
- Date: Saturday 20th September 2025
- Channel: Not available for TV viewing
Probable Lineups for Portsmouth vs Sheffield Wednesday
What sort of lineups can we expect for this second tier tie?
Predicted Portsmouth Lineup:
- Lineup: N. Schmid, C. Ogilvie, C. Shaughnessy, R. Poole, Z. Swanson, A. Dozzell, J. Swift, C. Chaplin, J. Murphy, M-H. Yang, C. Bishop
- Manager: John Mousinho
- Injured/Suspended: C. Lang, H. Blair
Predicted Sheffield Wednesday Lineup:
- Lineup: E. Horvath, H. Amass, M. Lowe, G. Otegbayo, D. Iorfa, Y. Valery, S. Ingelsson, B. Bannan, O. Kobacki, J. Lowe, B. Cadamarteri
- Manager: Henrik Pedersen
- Injured/Suspended: P. Charles, D. Bernard, N. Chalobah, B. Fernandes
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