Portsmouth FC vs Rochdale AFC, League One 2018-19 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Portsmouth FC vs Rochdale AFC — League One at Fratton Park.
- Portsmouth FC 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
- Rochdale AFC 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Lee Swabey
- Referee Kevin Howick
- Referee Paul Yates
- Referee Stuart Butler
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Apr | Rochdale AFC | H | 4–1 | W |
| 06 Apr | Wycombe Wanderers FC | A | 3–2 | W |
| 23 Mar | Shrewsbury Town FC | A | 2–0 | W |
| 16 Mar | Scunthorpe United FC | H | 2–0 | W |
| 12 Mar | Walsall FC | A | 3–2 | W |
| 09 Mar | Charlton Athletic FC | A | 1–2 | L |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Apr | Portsmouth FC | A | 1–4 | L |
| 09 Apr | Accrington Stanley FC | A | 1–0 | W |
| 06 Apr | Sunderland AFC | H | 1–2 | L |
| 30 Mar | Gillingham FC | A | 1–1 | D |
| 23 Mar | Scunthorpe United FC | H | 3–1 | W |
| 12 Mar | Oxford United FC | H | 0–0 | D |
Key Stats
43%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (7 games)
H2H (7 games)
71%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
Events
Match Events
- 0' It’s Showtime! The match between Portsmouth FC and Rochdale AFC is underway.
- 5' It’s high time Kenny Jackett made some changes to put the his team’s game back to action.
- 10' The teams are not in a rush to score plenty of goals. It might look strange considering Portsmouth FC that had 371 games and scored 525 goals.
- 15' Portsmouth FC are enjoying more possession but struggling to find a way through a disciplined Rochdale AFC backline.
- 20' A moment of individual brilliance could settle this. Both teams are waiting for that decisive action.
- 21' Oliver Hawkins makes no mistake. The score reads 1-0 and Portsmouth FC are in front.
- 26' Both teams are passing the ball around with high level of urgency. Rochdale AFC needs to do something about it to get closer to the goal.
- 31' Players seem to put ease on their energy level Spectators hardly appreciate such approach. Teams need to speed up the tempo.
- 36' England international Joe Bunney has been a key figure this campaign — 0 goals and 0 assists in the Array this season.
- 38' That is a Yellow card for Rochdale AFC. Aaron Wilbraham will be fuming at that decision.
- 43' It looks like no one’s ball. Rochdale AFC is used to counterattacking playing. None of the sides are ready to take the lead.
- 45' What a moment for Brett Pitman! That strike on 45 puts his side firmly in control.
- 45' Poor challenge from Ethan Ebanks-Landell. The referee spots it immediately and shows the Yellow card.
- 46' The Jersey Brett Pitman breaks the deadlock on 45 minutes. 3-0!
- 51' Ben Close has been disciplined this evening — perhaps mindful of those 10 cards already picked up this season.
- 52' The referee calls foul for Joe Bunney. He receives a Yellow card.
- 54' What a strike from Aaron Wilbraham! The score is 3-1.
- 57' The Portsmouth FC bench stirs into life. Ronan Curtis is withdrawn and Gareth Evans gets his opportunity.
- 62' Brilliant from the ! Gareth Evans makes it 4-1 with a superb finish on 62.
- 67' The crowd applauds Joe Bunney as he leaves the pitch. Jordan Williams steps in for Rochdale AFC.
- 72' Portsmouth FC are happy to let the opposition have the ball in their own half. The trap is set.
- 76' Omar Bogle gets the nod from Portsmouth FC. He replaces Oliver Hawkins and will look to change the dynamic.
- 79' Jamal Lowe adds to his 0 season tally! Portsmouth FC lead 5-1 — and this changes everything.
- 81' Fresh legs for Portsmouth FC! Bryn Morris comes on to replace Brett Pitman.
- 86' A tactical chess match is unfolding here. The question is which manager blinks first.
- 4-1 the final result. Rochdale AFC will be bitterly disappointed.
Lineups
Portsmouth FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 7
- 6
- 20
- 5
- 10
- 33
-
8
Brett Pitman C ↓ Bryn Morris 81'
-
9
Oliver Hawkins ↓ Omar Bogle 76'
- 3
- 15
-
11
Ronan Curtis ↓ Gareth Evans 57'
Bench
- 35
- 38
- 2
-
26
Gareth Evans ↑ 57'
- 18
-
22
Omar Bogle ↑ 76'
-
24
Bryn Morris ↑ 81'
Coach
Kenny Jackett
Rochdale AFC Lineups
Starting XI
- 6
- 2
-
39
Joe Bunney ↓ Jordan Williams 67'
- 18
- 1
- 4
- 10
-
14
Oliver Rathbone ↓ Zach Clough 81'
-
16
Matt Done ↓ Brad Inman 76'
- 40
- 27
Bench
-
26
Zach Clough ↑ 81'
-
19
Brad Inman ↑ 76'
- 9
-
8
Jordan Williams ↑ 67'
- 7
- 13
- 31
Coach
Brian Barry-Murphy
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Ronan Curtis | 3 |
| Ryan Williams | 3 |
| Jamal Lowe | 2 |
| Brett Pitman | 2 |
| Aaron Wilbraham | 2 |
| Matt Clarke | 1 |
| Jamal Lowe | 1 |
| Brett Pitman | 1 |
Head to Head
Portsmouth FC Form
Rochdale AFC Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
4 / 4
1.99
Portsmouth FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
0.92
Rochdale AFC xG
I would bet for:
Portsmouth FC to win 62%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: Portsmouth FC win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 2.91
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 93% |
|
7% |
| ± 1.5 | 78% |
|
22% |
| ± 2.5 | 55% |
|
45% |
| ± 3.5 | 33% |
|
67% |
| ± 4.5 | 18% |
|
82% |
Double Chance
Portsmouth FC or Draw
84%
Draw or Rochdale AFC
38%
Portsmouth FC or Rochdale AFC
78%
Half-Time Result
✓ CorrectActual: Portsmouth FC win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
10.8%
2 – 0
10.6%
1 – 0
10.2%
2 – 1
9.6%
0 – 0
7.1%
3 – 0
6.9%
3 – 1
6.4%
2 – 2
4.4%
1 – 2
4.4%
0 – 1
4.2%
4 – 0
3.4%
4 – 1
Actual
Asian Handicap — Portsmouth FC
| Handicap | Portsmouth FC covers | Push | Rochdale AFC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 19% | — | 81% |
| -2 | 19% | 19% | 62% |
| -1.5 | 38% | — | 62% |
| -1 | 38% | 23% | 39% |
| -0.5 | 61% | — | 39% |
| +0.5 | 84% | — | 16% |
| +1 | 84% | 10% | 5% |
| +1.5 | 95% | — | 5% |
| +2 | 95% | 4% | 1% |
| +2.5 | 99% | — | 1% |
Clean Sheet
Portsmouth FC keeps clean sheet
40%
✓
Rochdale AFC keeps clean sheet
15%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.