Watford vs Portsmouth: match statistics
Watford presents definitely better form and statistics in home matches, sitting in 8th place in the table with an impressive record of 57% wins at home. The hosts score an average of 1.64 goals per match in home games with an xG of 1.73, evidencing effective offensive play. Portsmouth finds itself in the relegation zone in 21st position, and their away form is very poor - merely 17% of matches won away and a negative goal difference of -13. The visitors score an average of only 0.67 goals per away match with an xG of 0.95, and in 42% of matches, they are unable to score at all. Additionally, Portsmouth concedes an average of 1.75 goals per away match, which, combined with Watford's solid offense (averaging 15.93 shots per match), gives the hosts a clear advantage. Considering all these factors, a Watford victory is the most probable scenario for this meeting.
Watford vs Portsmouth: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Watford played against Portsmouth in Championship (England). The game was played on January 21, 2026. Final score: 1:1.
Recent form
Watford has 4 wins, 0 draws and 1 loss over its last five games, averaging 2.40 points per game. Portsmouth has 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss, with 1.60 points per game.
Scoring records
Watford scores 1.42 goals per game and allows 1.19. Portsmouth scores 0.88 and allows 1.40. Games in this league average 2.59 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 65% of Watford's games and 48% of Portsmouth's. The Over 2.5 rates are 54% and 44%, compared with league averages of 57% for BTTS and 52% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Watford has the higher season xG average, 1.48 to 1.29 per game. Watford takes 13.6 shots per game, while Portsmouth takes 11.6.
First-half and second-half trends
Watford leads at halftime in 23% of its games and scores 0.77 goals per game after halftime. Portsmouth leads at halftime in 24% and scores 0.52 after halftime.
When the teams score
Watford's most productive scoring window is minutes 31-45+ (10 goals). For Portsmouth, it is minutes 76-90+ (7 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
Championship games average 2.59 goals. Both teams score in 57% of games, and 52% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 0 home wins, 1 draw and 0 away wins. Those games averaged 4.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 100% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Watford presents definitely better form and statistics in home matches, sitting in 8th place in the table with an impressive record of 57% wins at home. The hosts score an average of 1.64 goals per match in home games with an xG of 1.73, evidencing effective offensive play. Portsmouth finds itself in the relegation zone in 21st position, and their away form is very poor - merely 17% of matches won away and a negative goal difference of -13. The visitors score an average of only 0.67 goals per away match with an xG of 0.95, and in 42% of matches, they are unable to score at all. Additionally, Portsmouth concedes an average of 1.75 goals per away match, which, combined with Watford's solid offense (averaging 15.93 shots per match), gives the hosts a clear advantage. Considering all these factors, a Watford victory is the most probable scenario for this meeting.
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Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Watford | Portsmouth | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 34% | 30% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.30 | 0.26 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Watford is 50% better for: last-5 form.
2.4 pts / game - Watford · 1.6 pts / game - Portsmouth
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Watford is 61% better for: goals scored per game.
1.42 goals / game - Watford · 0.88 goals / game - Portsmouth
Watford is 18% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.19 goals / game - Watford · 1.4 goals / game - Portsmouth
Watford scores in 81% of games (21 of 26 meczów), while Portsmouth keeps a clean sheet in 24% (6 of 25 meczów).
Portsmouth scores in 64% of games (16 of 25 meczów), while Watford keeps a clean sheet in 15% (4 of 26 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Watford
Over / Under - Portsmouth
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Watford is 8% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.12 pts / game - Watford · 1.04 pts / game - Portsmouth
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Watford - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 23% of games and wins 42%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
Portsmouth - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 24% of games and wins 28%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.40 | 2.40 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.6 | 0.8 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.2 | 0.4 |
| Average goals per game | 0.8 | 1.2 |
| 1 goal | 40% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 20% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 80% | 80% |
| No goal | 60% | 20% |
| Goal difference | +2 | +2 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.20 | 1.40 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.4 | 0.6 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.6 | 1.0 |
| Average goals per game | 1.0 | 1.6 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 40% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 40% |
| No goal | 60% | 60% |
| Goal difference | -1 | -2 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 31-45 (10 goals). Concedes most in 0-15 (8). Late-goal balance (76-90): +1 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (7 goals). Concedes most in 46-60 (8). Late-goal balance (76-90): +2 - wins late phases.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
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* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (Championship).
Teams vs league
| Watford | Liga | Portsmouth | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | • 2.62 | 2.59 | ▼ 2.28 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 65% | 57% | ▼ 48% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▲ 54% | 52% | ▼ 44% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 15% | 24% | • 24% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 77% | 72% | ▲ 76% |
| Goal after half-time | • 77% | 78% | ▼ 72% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Referee context
See how often this referee shows cards, awards penalties and how their matches tend to finish.
Head-to-head
Record from Watford's perspective: 0 wins, 1 draw and 0 losses against Portsmouth. Games average 4.00 goals, and both teams scored in 100% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Watford vs Portsmouth?
The Championship match finished Watford 1:1 Portsmouth. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Watford vs Portsmouth?
Watford score 1.42 goals per game on average and Portsmouth 0.88. The Championship average is 2.59 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 52% of games. Both teams score in 65% of Watford's matches and 48% of Portsmouth's.
What form are Watford and Portsmouth in?
Over the last 5 games Watford have a 4-0-1 record (2.40 points per game) and Portsmouth 2-2-1 (1.60 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Watford vs Portsmouth?
The statistical background for Watford vs Portsmouth — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under — is on this page. The tip with full reasoning and a value assessment is in the NoFluffPicks app.