Bet with Freshbet →Played: final score 1–1. The tip and analysis below are as they were before kick-off.
Wolves v Portsmouth: 20 October 2026 · 19:45 at Molineux Stadium (Wolverhampton), with Edward Duckworth, England refereeing. We have Wolves (60%) down as favourites. Scroll down for the tip, the chances of each outcome, absences and our breakdown of the game.
Wolves vs Portsmouth: analysis of the match
What our tip is based on
- Table. Wolves are 2nd in the table, on 27 points after 14 matches (8W 3D 3L), and Portsmouth are 10th, on 22 points (6W 4D 4L).
- Head to head. From 1 meetings: 0 wins for Wolves, 0 wins for Portsmouth and 1 draw, with the goals at 1–1.
What to expect
For us, Wolves are the more likely winners. We estimate a 2–1 score, roughly 3 goals in all, with 1–0 (11.6%) the most probable single result. Goals at both ends are likely in an open game.
In the goals market we pick Over 2.5 goals (odds 1.86), and we rate it at 53%. Our numbers give both teams scoring a 51% chance and more than 2.5 goals a 53% chance.
Prediction summary
- Meetings: 1; Wolves 0 wins, 1 draw, Portsmouth 0 wins.
- An average of 2.0 goals per meeting between these teams.
- Expected: roughly 3 goals; over 2.5 goals: 53%.
- Out: Wolves 0, Portsmouth 0.
Alternative tip: BTTS – yes
Alternative tip: BTTS – yes (probability 51%, best price 1.87). With roughly 3 goals expected, it fits the picture.
Absences
Absent for Wolves: no absences. Absent for Portsmouth: no absences. Team news may change, so check it again before kick-off.
Wolves vs Portsmouth: compare the odds
| Match result | 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best price | 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% |
Prices from several bookmakers, combined and updated 20/10/26, 18:00. They are for guidance and can differ at any one operator. Margin, on average: 6.3%.
At a glance
- Likely result: Wolves 1–0 Portsmouth, roughly 3 goals in total.
- Table: Wolves 2nd (27 points), Portsmouth 10th (22 points).
- H2H: 1 match: Wolves 0W 1D 0L, goals 1–1.
- Absences: Wolves 0, Portsmouth 0.
Who will win Wolves vs Portsmouth?
Our estimate uses odds from several bookmakers after removing the margin. It does not guarantee any result.
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Wolves vs Portsmouth: team news and absences
Wolves
- No reported absences
Portsmouth
- No reported absences
Changes are possible before kick-off.
Standings and form
| # | Team | P | W-D-L | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Middlesbrough | 14 | 8-4-2 | 30:19 | 28 |
| 2 | Wolves | 14 | 8-3-3 | 25:17 | 27 |
| 3 |  Birmingham | 14 | 7-5-2 | 26:13 | 26 |
| 4 |  Stoke City | 14 | 8-2-4 | 22:17 | 26 |
| 5 |  Swansea | 14 | 8-2-4 | 21:16 | 26 |
| 6 |  West Brom | 14 | 7-4-3 | 20:15 | 25 |
| 7 |  Southampton | 14 | 8-4-2 | 29:14 | 24 |
| 8 |  West Ham | 14 | 6-5-3 | 36:21 | 23 |
| 9 |  Sheffield United | 14 | 6-4-4 | 20:17 | 22 |
| 10 | Portsmouth | 14 | 6-4-4 | 19:16 | 22 |
| 11 |  QPR | 14 | 5-6-3 | 22:17 | 21 |
| 12 |  Norwich | 14 | 6-0-8 | 27:24 | 18 |
| 13 |  Millwall | 14 | 5-3-6 | 23:24 | 18 |
| 14 |  Blackburn | 14 | 5-3-6 | 20:22 | 18 |
| 15 |  Bristol City | 14 | 5-3-6 | 16:19 | 18 |
| 16 |  Wrexham | 14 | 4-5-5 | 17:19 | 17 |
| 17 |  Bolton | 14 | 5-2-7 | 19:26 | 17 |
| 18 |  Cardiff | 14 | 3-6-5 | 22:23 | 15 |
| 19 |  Lincoln | 14 | 4-3-7 | 14:24 | 15 |
| 20 |  Watford | 14 | 4-2-8 | 13:23 | 14 |
| 21 |  Charlton | 14 | 3-5-6 | 11:22 | 14 |
| 22 |  Burnley | 14 | 1-7-6 | 18:26 | 10 |
| 23 |  Derby | 14 | 1-4-9 | 11:29 | 7 |
| 24 |  Preston | 14 | 1-2-11 | 12:30 | 5 |
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Questions and answers
What do we tip for Wolves vs Portsmouth?
Over 2.5 goals (1.86); Wolves to win (1.60).
Who will win Wolves vs Portsmouth?
We estimate: Wolves win 60%, draw 23%, Portsmouth win 17%.
Where and when is the game being played?
Date: 20 October 2026, kick-off: 19:45, venue: Molineux Stadium, Wolverhampton. Referee: Edward Duckworth, England.
Who will be missing?
Wolves: no absences. Portsmouth: no absences. Changes are possible before kick-off.
Will the match produce over 2.5 goals?
We estimate over 2.5 goals at 53% (odds 1.86); for fewer than 2.5 the figure is 47% (odds 2.07).
Will both teams score?
By our estimate, both teams score with a probability of 51% (odds 1.87).
Which correct score is the likeliest?
We rate 1–0 as most likely (11.6%), then 2–0 (11.0%) and 1–1 (10.4%).
What are your predictions based on?
We start from the prices of several bookmakers, remove their margin and average them to get probabilities; a Poisson distribution then gives us the expected goals and the most probable scores. Form, head to head and absences appear on the page as extra context. We publish predictions purely as information, and none of them promises a winning outcome.
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