Portsmouth - Preston North End predictions

The visitors are aware of the challenge that awaits them. To come out on top against Portsmouth on their own field would be a major achievement, and it is always a tough task.

While Preston North End may manage to claw their way to a win yet, it will be quite a struggle. As we can see thanks to the 2.51 betting odds for an away win, the odds are stacked against them – though it’s still manageable.

The hosts have a chance to make amends for the Plymouth Argyle defeat from the previous round. It was another home game for Portsmouth but it did not go the way fans had hoped for. Their team conceded early in the first half and did not get a chance to get back in the game which ended up with a single-goal deficit.

Preston’s previous outing at their home stadium ended inconclusively. However, they kicked off as clear underdogs compared to Sunderland, who were the away team. With that in mind, the 0:0 score at the end is not that disappointing.

The Lilywhites’s recent track record shows a very concerning amount of concessions – 6 of them in their previous 3 matches, to be exact. While it’s obvious their defence has a lot of problems, Over markets might be a good option for this match.

The visitors may be expected to win, but they’ll have to do so without Robbie Brady, Ched Evans, Patrick Bauer. This tips the scales slightly in the hosts’ favour, but not by much.

Though it’s a stretch, a Draw bet is likely the best option when it comes to betting on this match. With the odds at 3.37 with Pncl, it’s not exactly the safest of bets – but it’s quite strong when it comes to value.