Portsmouth FC vs Blackpool FC, League One 2018-19 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Portsmouth FC vs Blackpool FC — League One at Fratton Park.
- Portsmouth FC 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
- Blackpool FC 46 games · 60 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Kevin Johnson
- Referee Leigh Crowhurst
- Referee Christopher Wade
- Referee Graham Kane
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Jan | Blackpool FC | H | 0–1 | L |
| 05 Jan | Norwich City FC | A | 1–0 | W |
| 01 Jan | AFC Wimbledon | H | 2–1 | W |
| 29 Dec | Fleetwood Town FC | A | 5–2 | W |
| 26 Dec | Gillingham FC | A | 0–2 | L |
| 22 Dec | Sunderland AFC | H | 3–1 | W |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Jan | Portsmouth FC | A | 1–0 | W |
| 05 Jan | Arsenal FC | H | 0–3 | L |
| 01 Jan | Sunderland AFC | H | 0–1 | L |
| 29 Dec | AFC Wimbledon | A | 0–0 | D |
| 26 Dec | Rochdale AFC | A | 1–2 | L |
| 22 Dec | Barnsley FC | H | 0–1 | L |
Key Stats
29%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (7 games)
H2H (7 games)
29%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
Events
Match Events
- 0' The ball is rolling at Fratton Park. Portsmouth FC are looking to make home advantage count against Blackpool FC.
- 5' A tactical chess match is unfolding here. The question is which manager blinks first.
- 10' The Array continues to deliver drama. Both Portsmouth FC and Blackpool FC are desperate not to drop points on matchday .
- 15' Nathan Delfouneso, a England , has 0 bookings this season and will need to keep his discipline tonight.
- 20' Nick Anderton has been disciplined this evening — perhaps mindful of those 0 cards already picked up this season.
- 25' Although teams showed high tempo form the start, they seem to slow down a bit. Both sides really need to catch a fire. Otherwise, we have another goalless match.
- 30' Supporters expect more eagerness from Donervon Daniels, as he is very good at scoring at Fratton Park with 0 goals in the last 0 games.
- 35' looks like a favorite considering 0 games won in last 0 matches with its main striker scoring goals.
- 40' With 0 assists to his name this season, Jamal Lowe is clearly more than just a goal scorer for Portsmouth FC.
- 45' While players are taking a pause, let’s have a look at their stats. The teams met 0 times this season with winning -% of all matches.
- 50' The midfield battle is intense right now. Both Portsmouth FC and Blackpool FC are fighting for every inch of the pitch.
- 55' We miss some good tackles and strikes. Is there anyone on the field to put the game back to action?
- 60' Blackpool FC is showing some good football. However, Blackpool FC are ready to play back every minute. It might result in some problems for the home side. The game will hardly remain goalless.
- 64' It is a substitution in Portsmouth FC team. Andre Green is replaced by Andy Cannon on 64 minute.
- 68' The Blackpool FC bench stirs into life. Nathan Delfouneso is withdrawn and Chris Long gets his opportunity.
- 73' The energy levels are beginning to show. Terry McPhillips might look to freshen things up shortly.
- 74' Blackpool FC is taking the lead after the goal scored by Chris Long on 74.
- 76' Another change for Portsmouth FC made on 76 minute. Gareth Evans leaves to be changed by David Wheeler.
- 81' 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.
- 82' Fresh legs for Blackpool FC! Harry Pritchard comes on to replace Callum Guy.
- 87' will be watching from the dugout nervously. His Portsmouth FC side need to improve if they are to claim all three points.
- 88' Blackpool FC manager makes another effort to make the tables turned. Michael Nottingham is hanging Liam Feeney on the field on 88 minute.
- It finishes all square. Portsmouth FC and Blackpool FC share the spoils 0-1.
Lineups
Portsmouth FC Lineups
Starting XI
-
37
Andre Green ↓ Andy Cannon 64'
- 7
- 16
- 5
- 10
- 17
- 2
-
26
Gareth Evans ↓ David Wheeler 76'
- 8
- 15
- 11
Bench
-
22
David Wheeler ↑ 76'
- 35
- 6
- 38
- 18
-
14
Andy Cannon ↑ 64'
- 30
Coach
Kenny Jackett
Blackpool FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 6
- 24
- 2
- 37
- 8
- 21
-
7
Nathan Delfouneso ↓ Chris Long 68'
- 27
-
25
Callum Guy ↓ Harry Pritchard 82'
- 15
- 3
Bench
- 13
- 18
- 39
-
14
Harry Pritchard ↑ 82'
-
12
Michael Nottingham ↑ 88'
-
31
Chris Long ↑ 68'
- 23
Coach
Terry McPhillips
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Ronan Curtis | 2 |
| Ronan Curtis | 2 |
| Keshi Anderson | 1 |
| Jerry Yates | 1 |
| Albie Morgan | 1 |
| Owen Dale | 1 |
| Matt Clarke | 1 |
| Jake Beesley | 1 |
Portsmouth FC Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
1.14
Portsmouth FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1
Blackpool FC xG
I would bet for:
Portsmouth FC or Draw 71% + Under 2.5 goals 64%
Match Result
✗ WrongActual: Blackpool FC win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 2.14
Actual: No — clean sheet
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 86% |
|
14% |
| ± 1.5 | 63% |
|
37% |
| ± 2.5 | 36% |
|
64% |
| ± 3.5 | 17% |
|
83% |
| ± 4.5 | 7% |
|
93% |
Double Chance
Portsmouth FC or Draw
71%
Draw or Blackpool FC
60%
Portsmouth FC or Blackpool FC
69%
Half-Time Result
✓ CorrectActual: Draw at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
14.4%
0 – 0
14.1%
1 – 0
12.1%
0 – 1
Actual
2 – 1
7.4%
2 – 0
7.3%
1 – 2
6.5%
0 – 2
5.6%
2 – 2
3.8%
3 – 1
2.9%
3 – 0
2.7%
1 – 3
2.2%
Asian Handicap — Portsmouth FC
| Handicap | Portsmouth FC covers | Push | Blackpool FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 5% | — | 95% |
| -2 | 5% | 11% | 84% |
| -1.5 | 16% | — | 84% |
| -1 | 16% | 21% | 63% |
| -0.5 | 37% | — | 63% |
| +0.5 | 70% | — | 30% |
| +1 | 70% | 19% | 12% |
| +1.5 | 88% | — | 12% |
| +2 | 88% | 8% | 3% |
| +2.5 | 97% | — | 3% |
Clean Sheet
Portsmouth FC keeps clean sheet
37%
✓
Blackpool FC keeps clean sheet
33%
✗
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.