Portsmouth 1-1 Oxford United

Current streaks

Recent form

Portsmouth

Portsmouth's recent form has been concerning, with the team currently sitting in 23rd position in the Championship and winless in their last six games. The most alarming result came in their latest match, a heavy 6-1 defeat to Stoke City, which significantly contributed to their poor goal difference of -11. Portsmouth's defensive struggles are evident, conceding an average of 2.67 goals per game over the last six matches, while only managing to score 0.83 goals per game themselves. The team is on a worrying run of three consecutive losses, and their only positive results have been two draws. High-scoring games have been a feature of Portsmouth's recent fixtures, with 83% of their last six matches seeing over 2.5 goals. Despite these challenges, they have managed one clean sheet during this period, offering a glimmer of hope for defensive improvement.

Oxford United

Oxford United's recent form shows a mixed bag of results, with the team demonstrating resilience and competitiveness in the Championship. Their current 12th position in the league table, with 11 points from 8 games, indicates a solid mid-table standing. The last six games have seen an even distribution of outcomes, with 2 wins, 2 draws, and 2 losses, reflecting their inconsistent form. Notably, Oxford United has been involved in some tight contests, with their last two matches ending in draws against tough opponents Luton Town and Burnley. The team's defensive record is particularly impressive, conceding only 1 goal per game on average and keeping 2 clean sheets in their last 6 matches. Their highest-scoring game in this period was a 3-1 victory over Preston, showcasing their attacking potential. While there are no extended winning or losing streaks to report, Oxford United's ability to compete with higher-ranked teams suggests they could be a dark horse in the Championship this season.

Recent home/away form

Portsmouth

Portsmouth's recent home form has been concerning, with the team struggling to find their footing at Fratton Park. They are currently on a four-game winless streak at home, including three losses and a draw. The team has been particularly goal-shy, failing to score in their last three home matches, which includes two 0-0 draws against Sheffield United and Luton Town. Defensively, Portsmouth has conceded in four of their last six home games, with a notable 3-0 loss to West Brom and a 3-1 defeat to Sunderland standing out as high-scoring affairs. Their inability to score coupled with defensive vulnerabilities has contributed to their current 23rd position in the league, with only 4 points from 7 games, highlighting the need for significant improvement in their home performances.

Oxford United

Oxford United's recent away form has been concerning, with the team experiencing a challenging run of five consecutive defeats before managing a draw in their latest away fixture against Luton Town. This streak of losses includes matches across various competitions, including the Championship, League Cup, and a friendly. Despite their struggles, Oxford United has shown some offensive capability, scoring in four out of their last six away games, with their match against Coventry City being particularly high-scoring (3-2). However, their defensive record has been a cause for concern, conceding an average of 1.83 goals per game and failing to keep a clean sheet in any of these fixtures. The team's ability to bounce back with a draw in their most recent away game could potentially signal a turning point in their away form.