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Wolves v Portsmouth kicks off on 20 October 2026 · 19:45 at Molineux Stadium (Wolverhampton), refereed by Edward Duckworth, England. In our view the favourites are Wolves (60%). Further down you will find the tip, the chances of each result, absences and a breakdown of the match.
Wolves vs Portsmouth: odds comparison
| Match result | 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best odds on the market | 1.60 | 4.35 | 6.00 |
| Market average | 1.56 | 4.12 | 5.59 |
| Lowest odds | 1.53 | 3.67 | 5.00 |
| Goals | Best | Average | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Over 1.5 goals | 1.27 | 1.24 | 75.4% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 1.86 | 1.79 | 52.7% |
| Under 2.5 goals | 2.07 | 2.00 | 47.3% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 3.14 | 2.94 | 31.8% |
| BTTS – yes | 1.87 | 1.82 | 51.0% |
| BTTS – no | 1.95 | 1.89 | 49.0% |
The odds summarise prices from several bookmakers, updated 20/10/26, 18:00. They are a guide only and may differ at a given operator. Average margin 6.3%.
Match at a glance
- Likely result: Wolves 1–0 Portsmouth, roughly 3 goals in total.
- Table: Wolves 4th (21 points), Portsmouth 11th (18 points).
- H2H: 1 match: Wolves 0W 1D 0L, goals 1–1.
- Absences: Wolves 0, Portsmouth 0.
Who will win Wolves vs Portsmouth?
The estimate is based on odds from several bookmakers with the margin removed. It is not a guarantee of the result.
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Fair odds = 1 / probability. If the best odds are higher than the fair odds, the price offers value. Likely ≥ 60%, possible 50–60%, outsider below 50%.
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Wolves vs Portsmouth: absences and injuries
Wolves
- No reported absences
Portsmouth
- No reported absences
The list may change before kick-off.
Wolves vs Portsmouth: table and team form
| # | Team | P | W-D-L | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Middlesbrough | 12 | 7-4-1 | 27:17 | 25 |
| 2 |  Swansea | 12 | 7-2-3 | 16:13 | 23 |
| 3 |  West Ham | 12 | 6-4-2 | 32:15 | 22 |
| 4 | Wolves | 12 | 6-3-3 | 20:16 | 21 |
| 5 |  West Brom | 12 | 6-3-3 | 16:13 | 21 |
| 6 |  Southampton | 12 | 7-3-2 | 24:12 | 20 |
| 7 |  Birmingham | 12 | 5-5-2 | 20:12 | 20 |
| 8 |  QPR | 12 | 5-5-2 | 20:12 | 20 |
| 9 |  Stoke City | 12 | 6-2-4 | 18:16 | 20 |
| 10 |  Blackburn | 12 | 5-3-4 | 19:16 | 18 |
| 11 | Portsmouth | 12 | 5-3-4 | 16:15 | 18 |
| 12 |  Sheffield Utd | 12 | 4-4-4 | 16:15 | 16 |
| 13 |  Millwall | 12 | 4-3-5 | 19:20 | 15 |
| 14 |  Bristol City | 12 | 4-3-5 | 12:15 | 15 |
| 15 |  Lincoln | 12 | 4-3-5 | 13:20 | 15 |
| 16 |  Cardiff | 12 | 3-5-4 | 19:17 | 14 |
| 17 |  Wrexham | 12 | 3-5-4 | 15:18 | 14 |
| 18 |  Bolton | 12 | 4-2-6 | 16:23 | 14 |
| 19 |  Charlton | 12 | 3-5-4 | 11:18 | 14 |
| 20 |  Norwich | 12 | 4-0-8 | 20:22 | 12 |
| 21 |  Watford | 12 | 3-2-7 | 10:20 | 11 |
| 22 |  Burnley | 12 | 1-5-6 | 17:25 | 8 |
| 23 |  Derby | 12 | 1-4-7 | 10:21 | 7 |
| 24 |  Preston | 12 | 1-2-9 | 10:25 | 5 |
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Wolves vs Portsmouth: match analysis
Why we made this tip
- Table. Wolves are 4th with 21 points from 12 matches (6W 3D 3L); Portsmouth are 11th with 18 points (5W 3D 4L).
- Head to head. Of their 1 meetings, Wolves have 0 wins and Portsmouth 0 wins, with 1 draw; goals 1–1.
What to expect
We expect Wolves to have the upper hand: our score estimate is 2–1, so roughly 3 goals in total. The most likely result is 1–0 (11.6%). We expect an open match with goals.
Our goals tip: Over 2.5 goals (odds 1.86), which we rate at 53%. We put the chance of both teams scoring at 51% and of over 2.5 goals at 53%.
Key points of the prediction
- Meetings: 1; Wolves 0 wins, 1 draw, Portsmouth 0 wins.
- Their meetings have averaged 2.0 goals per match.
- We expect roughly 3 goals; the chance of over 2.5 goals is 53%.
- Absences: Wolves 0, Portsmouth 0.
Alternative tip: Both teams to score – yes
Alternative: Both teams to score – yes (probability 51%, best odds 1.87). We expect roughly 3 goals, which supports this tip.
Absences
Wolves will be without: no absences. Portsmouth are missing: no absences. Check the team news again before kick-off.
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Wolves vs Portsmouth: frequently asked questions
What is the tip for Wolves vs Portsmouth?
Our tip on the result is Wolves to win at odds of 1.60, and for goals we suggest Over 2.5 goals at 1.86. The safer option is Wolves or draw (1X).
Who will win Wolves vs Portsmouth?
By our estimate, the probabilities are: Wolves win 60%, draw 23%, Portsmouth win 17%.
When and where is the match played?
20 October 2026 at 19:45, venue: Molineux Stadium, Wolverhampton. Referee: Edward Duckworth, England.
Who will be missing?
Wolves: no absences. Portsmouth: no absences. The list may change before the match.
Will there be more than 2.5 goals?
By our estimate, the chance of over 2.5 goals is 53% (odds 1.86) and of under 2.5 goals 47% (odds 2.07).
Will both teams score?
We estimate the probability of both teams scoring at 51% (odds 1.87).
What is the most likely correct score?
The most likely score is 1–0 (11.6%), followed by 2–0 (11.0%) and 1–1 (10.4%).
How are your predictions made?
We derive the probabilities from the odds of several bookmakers: we remove the margin and average the prices, then calculate the expected goals and the most likely scores with a Poisson distribution. Team form, head to head and absences are on the page as context. Our predictions are for information only and do not guarantee a win.
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