Bristol City vs Portsmouth Prediction & Betting Tips (1 January)

Bristol City have won 10 matches in their last 24 meetings, and have suffered 8 losses and 6 draws over the same period. Over this period of 24 matches, Bristol City have scored 33 goals and conceded 27. In their very last meeting, Bristol City played against the team and the match ended with a result of 1 - 2. For their part, Portsmouth have notched 6 victories in their last 23 meetings, for 7 shared points achieved and 10 defeats conceded.

In their last match, Portsmouth faced the team for a final score of 2 - 1. Between Bristol City who are currently 8th in the Championship with a total record of 10 wins, 6 draws and 8 losses, and Portsmouth ranked 21st in the Championship and presenting a total record of 6 wins, 7 draws and 10 losses, we see the victory of Bristol City.

Portsmouth, meanwhile, approach this clash with a more mixed set of recent outcomes. Their last match ended in a 1–1 draw against QPR on December 26, a result that followed a difficult run in which they suffered several defeats across league fixturesSports Mole. Earlier in the season, they faced Bristol City in a match that ended 3–0 in favour of the Robins, with Anis Mehmeti scoring twice and Rob Dickie adding another in a convincing display at Ashton GateSky Sports. Portsmouth’s form over the past two months has been inconsistent, and while they have shown flashes of competitiveness, they have struggled to convert possession into goals. Their upcoming schedule, including a meeting with Charlton, places added pressure on them to find stability quickly.

Taking all recent performances, squad rhythm, and tactical patterns into account, this fixture appears to tilt in Bristol City’s favour. Their defensive structure has tightened, their attacking combinations have become more fluid, and their recent head‑to‑head record against Portsmouth offers further encouragement. Portsmouth’s inability to generate sustained attacking pressure in recent matches raises questions about their ability to cope with Bristol City’s tempo at Ashton Gate. With these factors aligned, the most reasonable projection for this encounter is a 3 : 0 correct score, reflecting both Bristol City’s upward trajectory and Portsmouth’s ongoing struggles.

• Summary: Bristol City is going head to head with Portsmouth starting on 1 Jan 2026 at 15:00 UTC at Ashton Gate stadium, Bristol city, England. The match is a part of the Championship .
• Bristol City Feedinco Rating: 6.87
• Portsmouth Feedinco Rating: 6.75