Bristol City vs Portsmouth
10th January 1330hrs
Football – England – FA Cup
Pick Away Win
Bookmaker Unibet
Odds: 19/10 odds taken 1201 GMT, Saturday 9 January
Bristol City and Portsmouth meet at Ashton Gate on Sunday afternoon in the third round of the Emirates FA Cup. Dean Holden’s Robins have lost four of their last five, while Kenny Jackett’s troops have won four of their previous five matches. City may be the EFL Championship team, but EFL League One Pompey will back themselves to get the win in Bristol and book their spot in round four. Check out our in-depth Bristol City vs Portsmouth betting preview.
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Bristol City Preview – Struggling Robins to lose again?
Bristol City were quick out of the blocks this season, but the Robins have struggled for form in recent months. In fact, since going four games unbeaten in November (three wins, one draw), City have lost six of their following nine. With last weekend’s game postponed, this will be their first match of 2021.
In their previous fixture, Bristol City were beaten 2-1 by Luton Town at Kenilworth Road, which was their fourth defeat in five league matches. As a result of their poor form, the Bristol club have slipped down to tenth in the Championship table, four points adrift of the play-off places.
Bristol City’s next few games could be vital. After this weekend’s FA Cup match, the Robins travel to Brentford in midweek before hosting Preston North End at the weekend. Can they start with a win in the cup this Sunday?
Portsmouth Preview – Can League One Pompey get past Championship opposition?
Portsmouth have not played since December 18th, but Kenny Jackett’s men are flying high in third place in the League One table at present. They have a game in hand on leaders Lincoln City, who are six points ahead. Pompey have won ten, drawn five and lost four so far.
Before walloping King’s Lynn 6-1 at Fratton Park in the second round, Portsmouth’s FA Cup campaign started with a hard-fought win against fellow League One side Ipswich Town. An extra time Sean Raggett goal gave the Hampshire club a 3-2 win at Portman Road.
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Portsmouth, who won the FA Cup in 2008, will fancy their chances of getting past Bristol City at Ashton Gate on Sunday. The away team are priced at 19/10 to win in the 90 and go through.
Bristol City vs Portsmouth Betting Advice
These two sides have not met since the 2011-12 Championship season. Both matches ended in goalless draws. In fact, half of the last six Bristol City vs Portsmouth meeting have ended 0-0.
Key Facts – Bristol City vs Portsmouth Betting Tip
- These two sides have not met for almost nine years
- Bristol City have lost six of their past nine games
- Portsmouth have won four and drawn one of their previous five league and cup affairs
In their last outing, Portsmouth picked up a stunning 2-0 win over promotion rivals Hull City, with two own goals giving them the points at the KCOM Stadium. We fancy Kenny Jackett’s men to secure another excellent win on the road this weekend, this time in the FA Cup. Odds of 19/10 for the Pompey victory are too good to turn down.
28-year-old John Marquis has scored 11 goals in all competitions this season. Portsmouth’s Marquis is available at 6/4 to score anytime at Ashton Gate this Sunday.
The best betting odds for Bristol City vs Portsmouth
Bristol City to win: 6/4 at Bet365
Draw: 9/4 at Bet365
Portsmouth to win: 19/10 at Bet365
