Portsmouth - Derby

Tuesday evening at Fratton Park, Portsmouth host Derby County for a Championship matchday 4 encounter between two sides searching for consistency. Portsmouth enter the fixture following a narrow 2-1 defeat to Bristol City, a result that highlights their defensive struggles after conceding three goals in losses to both Queens Park Rangers and West Ham United earlier this month. The expected XI, featuring Colby Bishop and Abu Kamara in attack, will look to leverage home advantage to secure a vital result.

Derby County arrive in a similarly difficult position after a 3-0 loss to Swansea City compounded a winless start to their campaign. With a midfield anchored by Alex Mowatt and Lewis Travis, the visitors are aiming to rediscover the defensive solidity shown in their 2-2 draw against Cardiff City. History suggests a tight affair, as their last meeting in March 2026 ended in a narrow 1-0 win for Derby County.