Peterborough United - Portsmouth predictions and free betting tips [16/03/2024]

English football — these are games that are simply a must-watch, as they present their viewers with emotional impressions and vivid memories, and also arouse curiosity even among those not keen on football. Today in League 1, the third tier division in England, at the "Weston Homes" stadium Peterborough will play against Portsmouth. 

Peterborough United

Last season, "Peterborough" showed good results. By the end of the championship, they finished sixth in the league table and got a chance to play in the playoffs for the promotion to the Championship. In the semifinals, they played against "Sheffield Wednesday", winning the first match with a score of (4:0), but in the second leg, "Sheffield" surprised "Peterborough", winning with a score of (6:1) in extra time.

This season, "Peterborough" continues its struggle for promotion to the Championship, holding the fourth position. In the 33rd round, they managed to score a victory over "Cambridge" on the road with a score of (1:0). In the next game, they won against "Exeter City" (2:1). Then the boys smashed "Northampton" at home with a score of (5:1). After that, they claimed victory over "Burton" with a score (3:1). And in the last match, the team beat "Stevenage" (3:1).

Portsmouth

A well-known team that was regularly featured in the Premier League only 15 years ago, but slid down to the Championship and gradually to League 1 and League 2. For over 11 years, "Portsmouth" has held its position in these two divisions, but perhaps this season will mark the moment to return to the Championship, at least.

Currently, the team continues to hold the top spot in the league table, leading its closest competitor by 5 points. In the 34th round, the team won big against "Reading" (4:1). In the following game, they played a goalless draw against "Charlton". After that, the boys beat "Oxford" with a score of (2:1). Then they drew with "Blackpool" (0:0). In the last match, they won against "Burton" (2:1).

Head-to-Head

The last face-to-face duel between "Peterborough" and "Portsmouth" was on September 2, 2023. That match ended with a victory for "Pompey" (3:1).

Forecast

"Peterborough" has been performing brilliantly in their recent games, achieving five straight wins, "Portsmouth" also looks promising, alternating victories with draws. But "Pompey" only manages to win at home, they are not that good away. Given this, I suggest betting on the victory of the hosts.