Bolton Wanderers FC vs Portsmouth FC, League One 2022-23 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
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Bolton Wanderers FC vs Portsmouth FC — League One at University of Bolton Stadium.
- Bolton Wanderers FC 46 games · 75 pts (2026/27)
- Portsmouth FC 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lincoln City FC | 46 | 103 |
| 2 | Cardiff City FC | 46 | 91 |
| 3 | Stockport County FC | 46 | 77 |
| 4 | Bradford City AFC | 46 | 77 |
| 5 | Bolton Wanderers FC | 46 | 75 |
| 6 | Stevenage FC | 46 | 75 |
| 7 | Luton Town FC | 46 | 74 |
| 8 | Plymouth Argyle FC | 46 | 73 |
| 9 | Huddersfield Town AFC | 46 | 67 |
| 10 | Mansfield Town FC | 46 | 65 |
| 11 | Wycombe Wanderers FC | 46 | 63 |
| 12 | Reading FC | 46 | 63 |
| 13 | Blackpool FC | 46 | 60 |
| 14 | Doncaster Rovers FC | 46 | 60 |
| 15 | Barnsley FC | 46 | 59 |
| 16 | Wigan Athletic FC | 46 | 56 |
| 17 | Burton Albion FC | 46 | 54 |
| 18 | Peterborough United FC | 46 | 53 |
| 19 | AFC Wimbledon | 46 | 53 |
| 20 | Leyton Orient FC | 46 | 52 |
| 21 | Exeter City FC | 46 | 49 |
| 22 | Port Vale FC | 46 | 42 |
| 23 | Rotherham United FC | 46 | 41 |
| 24 | Northampton Town FC | 46 | 35 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Jan | Portsmouth FC | H | 3–0 | W |
| 07 Jan | Plymouth Argyle FC | H | 0–0 | D |
| 02 Jan | Barnsley FC | A | 3–0 | W |
| 30 Dec | Lincoln City FC | A | 1–1 | D |
| 27 Dec | Derby County FC | H | 0–0 | D |
| 17 Dec | Exeter City FC | H | 2–0 | W |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Jan | Bolton Wanderers FC | A | 0–3 | L |
| 07 Jan | Tottenham Hotspur FC | A | 0–1 | L |
| 01 Jan | Charlton Athletic FC | H | 1–3 | L |
| 29 Dec | Ipswich Town FC | H | 2–2 | D |
| 26 Dec | Exeter City FC | A | 0–0 | D |
| 17 Dec | Milton Keynes Dons FC | H | 0–2 | L |
Key Stats
38%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (8 games)
H2H (8 games)
25%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
Events
Match Events
- 0' Here we go! The referee blows the whistle and Bolton Wanderers FC launch into their encounter with Portsmouth FC.
- 5' The home supporters are growing impatient. Bolton Wanderers FC must find a spark to ignite this game.
- 10' A moment of individual brilliance could settle this. Both teams are waiting for that decisive action.
- 15' Against the run of play, Dion Charles has scored! This game has turned on its head.
- 20' Spectators do not have much to choose from both teams. The sides had several scoring chances but they still need a bit more than just a sight of a goal.
- 25' James Trafford has been disciplined this evening — perhaps mindful of those 0 cards already picked up this season.
- 30' Bolton Wanderers FC are happy to let the opposition have the ball in their own half. The trap is set.
- 35' Supporters expect more eagerness from Connor Ogilvie, as he is very good at scoring at University of Bolton Stadium with 0 goals in the last 0 games.
- 37' The crowd applauds Jon Dadi Bodvarsson as he leaves the pitch. Dan Nlundulu steps in for Bolton Wanderers FC.
- 42' The clock is ticking and both teams know a goal could change everything at this point.
- 47' Bolton Wanderers FC are enjoying more possession but struggling to find a way through a disciplined Portsmouth FC backline.
- 48' GOAL! Kieran Lee fires home to make it 2-0!
- 53' Portsmouth FC seems to be on a short break. The game is mainly concentrated in the center. It’s high time they got back to action. Otherwise, it looks like a goalless game.
- 58' The tempo has dropped considerably in the last few minutes. Ian Evatt will be considering his options from the bench.
- 63' Wales international Joe Morrell has been a key figure this campaign — 0 goals and 0 assists in the Array this season.
- 66' It is a substitution in Portsmouth FC team. Michael Jacobs is replaced by Ronan Curtis on 66 minute.
- 67' The Portsmouth FC manager makes a substitution. Michael Morrison departs to be replaced by Ryley Towler.
- 71' Eoin Toal does the damage! The net is bulging and Bolton Wanderers FC surge ahead!
- 75' Time for substitution for Bolton Wanderers FC. Kieran Lee is replaced by Jordan Williams.
- 80' Spectators are craving for more action. Both teams play very cautiously. They need to put some more energy.
- 83' It is a substitution in Bolton Wanderers FC team. Kyle Dempsey is replaced by Josh Sheehan on 83 minute.
- 85' Joe Morrell has been a danger all night but risks an early exit having now seen a Yellow card on 85.
- 90' A quiet spell here at University of Bolton Stadium. Bolton Wanderers FC seem content sitting deep and soaking up pressure.
- It finishes all square. Bolton Wanderers FC and Portsmouth FC share the spoils 3-0.
Lineups
Bolton Wanderers FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 9
-
20
Kieran Lee ↓ Jordan Williams 75'
- 15
-
22
Kyle Dempsey ↓ Josh Sheehan 83'
- 16
- 27
-
10
Dion Charles ↓ Elias Kachunga 75'
- 18
-
6
George Johnston ↓ Ricardo 83'
- 19
- 21
Bench
-
8
Josh Sheehan ↑ 83'
-
24
Elias Kachunga ↑ 75'
-
4
Jordan Williams ↑ 75'
-
5
Ricardo ↑ 83'
- 7
-
11
Dan Nlundulu ↑ 37'
- 30
Coach
Ian Evatt
Portsmouth FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 8
- 3
-
28
Michael Morrison ↓ Ryley Towler 67'
- 6
- 20
-
24
Michael Jacobs ↓ Ronan Curtis 66'
- 15
- 16
-
9
Colby Bishop ↓ Dane Scarlett 83'
- 21
- 2
Bench
-
11
Ronan Curtis ↑ 66'
- 10
-
18
Recco Hackett-Fairchild ↑ 67'
-
23
Louis Thompson ↑ 83'
-
34
Ryley Towler ↑ 67'
-
19
Dane Scarlett ↑ 83'
- 33
Coach
Simon Bassey
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Dion Charles | 3 |
| Ryley Towler | 2 |
| Abu Kamara | 1 |
| Kieran Sadlier | 1 |
| Aiden O'Brien | 1 |
| Colby Bishop | 1 |
| Kieran Lee | 1 |
| Eoin Toal | 1 |
Head to Head
Bolton Wanderers FC Form
2023-01-14
Bolton Wanderers FC
3–0
Portsmouth FC
W
2023-01-07
Bolton Wanderers FC
0–0
Plymouth Argyle FC
D
2023-01-02
Barnsley FC
0–3
Bolton Wanderers FC
W
2022-12-30
Lincoln City FC
1–1
Bolton Wanderers FC
D
2022-12-27
Bolton Wanderers FC
0–0
Derby County FC
D
2022-12-17
Bolton Wanderers FC
2–0
Exeter City FC
W
Portsmouth FC Form
2023-01-14
Bolton Wanderers FC
3–0
Portsmouth FC
L
2023-01-07
Tottenham Hotspur FC
1–0
Portsmouth FC
L
2023-01-01
Portsmouth FC
1–3
Charlton Athletic FC
L
2022-12-29
Portsmouth FC
2–2
Ipswich Town FC
D
2022-12-26
Exeter City FC
0–0
Portsmouth FC
D
2022-12-17
Portsmouth FC
0–2
Milton Keynes Dons FC
L
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
2 / 4
1.28
Bolton Wanderers FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
0.69
Portsmouth FC xG
I would bet for:
Under 2.5 goals 68% + Under — clean sheet likely 63%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: Bolton Wanderers FC win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 1.97
Actual: No — clean sheet
Over / Under Goals
✗ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 84% |
|
16% |
| ± 1.5 | 59% |
|
41% |
| ± 2.5 | 32% |
|
68% |
| ± 3.5 | 14% |
|
86% |
| ± 4.5 | 6% |
|
94% |
Double Chance
Bolton Wanderers FC or Draw
81%
Draw or Portsmouth FC
49%
Bolton Wanderers FC or Portsmouth FC
71%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Bolton Wanderers FC win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 0
16.7%
0 – 0
16.3%
1 – 1
13.1%
2 – 0
11%
0 – 1
8.3%
2 – 1
7.7%
3 – 0
Actual
1 – 2
4.1%
3 – 1
3.4%
0 – 2
3.1%
2 – 2
2.8%
4 – 0
1.5%
Asian Handicap — Bolton Wanderers FC
| Handicap | Bolton Wanderers FC covers | Push | Portsmouth FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 8% | — | 92% |
| -2 | 8% | 15% | 77% |
| -1.5 | 23% | — | 77% |
| -1 | 23% | 26% | 51% |
| -0.5 | 49% | — | 51% |
| +0.5 | 82% | — | 18% |
| +1 | 82% | 13% | 5% |
| +1.5 | 95% | — | 5% |
| +2 | 95% | 4% | 1% |
| +2.5 | 99% | — | 1% |
Clean Sheet
Bolton Wanderers FC keeps clean sheet
51%
✓
Portsmouth FC keeps clean sheet
28%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.