Plymouth Argyle 1-0 Portsmouth

Current streaks

Recent form

Plymouth Argyle

Plymouth Argyle are currently experiencing a challenging period in the Championship, sitting in 22nd position with 12 points from 12 games. Their recent form has been particularly troubling, with four losses in their last six matches, including a three-game losing streak in their most recent outings. The Pilgrims have struggled defensively, conceding 14 goals in their last six games and failing to keep a clean sheet in their last 13 matches. Their 5-0 defeat to Cardiff City stands out as a particularly heavy loss, contributing to their concerning goal difference of -9. While Plymouth managed to score three goals in their draw against Preston, their overall attacking output has been limited, averaging less than a goal per game in their last six matches. The fact that 67% of their recent games have seen over 2.5 goals suggests that matches involving Plymouth Argyle tend to be high-scoring affairs, albeit often not in their favour.

Portsmouth

Portsmouth's recent form has been concerning, with the club languishing in 24th position in the Championship table. Their last six matches have yielded only one win, accompanied by two draws and three losses. Notably, Pompey have failed to keep a clean sheet in their last six outings, conceding a worrying 13 goals during this period. The most alarming result came in their 6-1 drubbing at the hands of Stoke City, which significantly contributed to their poor goal difference of -7. Despite their defensive struggles, Portsmouth have managed to find the back of the net in five out of their last six matches, with both teams scoring in 83% of these games. The team's total goals average of 3.17 per match suggests that their fixtures have been entertaining affairs, even if the results haven't gone in their favour.

Recent home/away form

Plymouth Argyle

Plymouth Argyle have shown impressive home form recently, with a notable run of three consecutive victories against Blackburn Rovers, Luton Town, and Sunderland. Despite their current 22nd position in the league, the Pilgrims have been prolific in front of goal at Home Park, scoring an average of 2 goals per game in their last six matches. The team's attacking prowess is further highlighted by the fact that 67% of their recent home games have seen over 2.5 goals, with a particularly high-scoring 3-3 draw against Preston in their most recent fixture. Interestingly, while Argyle have been finding the net regularly, they've struggled to keep clean sheets, with both teams scoring in 83% of these matches. This entertaining brand of football has resulted in a total goals average of 3.5 per game, suggesting that spectators at Home Park are being treated to action-packed encounters.

Portsmouth

Portsmouth's away form has been patchy, with only one win in their last six road trips. The Pompey have struggled to keep clean sheets, conceding in all six matches and shipping a worrying 14 goals in total. A particularly concerning result was the heavy 6-1 defeat at Stoke City, which significantly contributed to their poor goal difference. Despite their defensive woes, Portsmouth have managed to find the net in five out of six away games, demonstrating some attacking prowess. The team's inability to secure victories on the road is reflected in their league position, sitting bottom of the table with just 8 points from 12 games. With 67% of their away matches seeing over 2.5 goals and both teams scoring in 83% of these fixtures, Portsmouth's away days have been entertaining affairs, albeit often at their own expense.