Expert Overview: Portsmouth vs Blackburn Rovers
The upcoming football match between Portsmouth and Blackburn Rovers on December 13, 2025, promises to be an intriguing contest. With both teams having had a mixed season, predicting the outcome involves analyzing several betting markets. This match features a blend of defensive strategies and attacking potential, reflected in the diverse betting odds available.
Both teams have shown resilience in defense, with Portsmouth’s home advantage potentially bolstering their performance. Conversely, Blackburn Rovers’ away form could play a crucial role in determining the game’s dynamics. The betting odds suggest a cautious approach from both sides, with a significant emphasis on defensive strategies, particularly in the first half.
Portsmouth
Blackburn Rovers
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Predictions:
| Market | Prediction | Odd | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half | 96.70% | (2-1) 0-1 1H 1.17 | |
| Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half | 88.00% | (2-1) 2-0 2H 1.30 | |
| Over 0.5 Goals HT | 80.20% | (2-1) 0-1 1H 1.43 | |
| Under 5.5 Cards | 76.30% | (2-1) 5 cards 1.33 | |
| Both Teams Not to Score | 69.30% | (2-1) 2.00 | |
| Under 4.5 Cards | 64.70% | (2-1) 5 cards 1.67 | |
| Last Goal Minute 0-72 | 63.50% | (2-1) | |
| Under 2.5 Goals | 60.20% | (2-1) 1.80 | |
| Home Team Not To Score In 2nd Half | 59.30% | (2-1) | |
| Home Team Not To Score In 1st Half | 59.40% | (2-1) | |
| Over 1.5 Goals | 58.00% | (2-1) 1.33 | |
| Away Team To Score In 1st Half | 53.10% | (2-1) | |
| Away Team Not To Score In 2nd Half | 58.20% | (2-1) | |
| Away Team To Win | 55.00% | (2-1) 2.62 | |
| First Goal Between Minute 0-29 | 52.40% | (2-1) 1.83 | |
| Avg. Total Goals | 2.40% | (2-1) | |
| Yellow Cards | 2.29% | (2-1) | |
| Avg. Goals Scored | 1.80% | (2-1) | |
| Avg. Conceded Goals | 1.69% | (2-1) |
Betting Predictions
First Half Analysis
The prediction that «Both Teams Not To Score In 1st Half» stands at 93.10, indicating a strong likelihood of a goalless first half. This is supported by the odds for «Over 0.5 Goals HT» at 78.60, suggesting that while goals are possible, they are not expected early on.
Second Half Predictions
Moving into the second half, «Both Teams Not To Score In 2nd Half» is priced at 87.60. This reflects a continuation of defensive play, but with a slightly higher chance of goals compared to the first half.
Overall Match Dynamics
- «Both Teams Not to Score» is set at 66.40, indicating that while unlikely, a goalless draw is within the realm of possibility.
- The «Under 5.5 Cards» market at 74.40 suggests disciplined play with limited bookings expected.
- «Under 4.5 Cards» at 64.00 further supports the anticipation of a controlled game with minimal disciplinary issues.
- «Last Goal Minute 0-72» at 62.80 implies an early finisher in the match, possibly indicating a decisive goal in the opening stages.
- The «Under 2.5 Goals» market at 64.80 aligns with expectations of a tightly contested match.
- «Home Team Not To Score In 2nd Half» at 62.90 and «Home Team Not To Score In 1st Half» at 60.10 highlight potential defensive strategies by Portsmouth.
- «Over 1.5 Goals» at 59.70 suggests that while low-scoring is likely, there is still room for more than one goal being scored.
- «Away Team To Score In 1st Half» at 55.10 indicates Blackburn Rovers might find opportunities to score early on.
- «Away Team Not To Score In 2nd Half» at 58.60 suggests that Blackburn might capitalize on early goals rather than scoring later.
- «Away Team To Win» at 55.20 reflects the potential for Blackburn to secure victory on the road.
- «First Goal Between Minute 0-29» at 55.00 hints at an early goal setting the tone for the match.
Statistical Insights
The average total goals predicted is 2.40, with Portsmouth expected to score around 2.50 goals and concede approximately 2.09 goals on average throughout their matches this season.
Disciplinary Expectations
The expectation of yellow cards stands at an average of 2.79 per match, suggesting a relatively disciplined encounter between the two sides.
