Swansea City vs Portsmouth: Predictions, Betting odds, Lineups, Preview

Explore Coral's detailed preview for Swansea City vs Portsmouth in the Championship. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 19:45 GMT match.

• Fixture: Swansea City vs Portsmouth

• Date: Tuesday, 09 December 2025

• Kick-off: 19:45 GMT

• Venue: Swansea.com Stadium

Swansea City's recent form has been inconsistent, with a single win against Oxford United amidst a string of losses. This could impact their confidence going into the match against Portsmouth. However, playing at home might give them a slight edge, especially with their predicted lineup showing a strong defensive setup and a potent attacking threat in Vipotnik.

Portsmouth, on the other hand, have had a mixed bag of results, with their most recent loss at home to Bristol City. Their predicted lineup suggests a balanced approach, but the absence of some key players due to injury might be a concern. The midfield battle will be crucial, with Pack and Dozzell likely to play key roles in dictating the tempo of the game.

Swansea City's recent form has been largely disappointing, with only one win in their last five matches. Their victory against Oxford United at home was a bright spot, but losses to West Bromwich Albion, Derby County, Bristol City, and Ipswich Town suggest a team struggling to find consistency. This run of form could affect their confidence and momentum going into the match against Portsmouth.

Recent Championship Results:

• Win: 2-0 vs Oxford United (H)
• Loss: 2-3 vs West Bromwich Albion (A)
• Loss: 1-2 vs Derby County (H)
• Loss: 0-3 vs Bristol City (A)
• Loss: 1-4 vs Ipswich Town (H)

Portsmouth have also had a challenging run of results, with just one win in their last five games. Their victory against Millwall at home was a positive result, but losses to Bristol City, Sheffield United, and Hull City, along with a draw against Wrexham, indicate a team that has been inconsistent. This form could impact their performance against Swansea City, though their predicted lineup suggests they will be competitive.

Recent Championship Results:

• Loss: 0-1 vs Bristol City (H)
• Loss: 0-3 vs Sheffield United (A)
• Win: 3-1 vs Millwall (H)
• Loss: 2-3 vs Hull City (A)
• Draw: 0-0 vs Wrexham (H)

The head-to-head record between Swansea City and Portsmouth shows a competitive history. In their most recent encounter, Portsmouth secured a convincing 4-0 victory over Swansea. However, their previous meeting ended in a 2-2 draw, suggesting that matches between these two teams can be closely contested. The earlier fixtures from 2011 and 2010 also indicate a balanced rivalry.

Recent Championship Results

• Portsmouth 4-0 Swansea City (01 Jan 2025)

• Swansea City 2-2 Portsmouth (30 Nov 2024)

• Portsmouth 0-0 Swansea City (23 Apr 2011)

• Swansea City 1-2 Portsmouth (26 Nov 2010)

• Ben Cabango (Hip) – Doubt

• Franco (Knock) - Doubt

• Connor Ogilvie (Knee) – Out

• Thomas Waddingham (Hip) – Out

• Jacob Farrell (Groin) – Doubt

• Franco Umeh (Leg) – Doubt

• Conor Shaughnessy (Hamstring) – Doubt

• Predicted lineup: Vigouroux (GK), Galbraith (DF), Cabango (if fit) (DF), Burgess (DF), Tymon (DF), Franco (if fit) (MF), Stamenic (MF), Ronald (MF), Widell (MF), Eom (MF), Vipotnik (AT)

Swansea City's predicted 4-2-3-1 formation will likely see a solid defensive line anchored by Cabango, Tymon, Burgess, and Galbraith. In attack, Vipotnik will be the focal point, supported by the creative talents of Eom, Widell, and Ronald, who will look to exploit any gaps in Portsmouth's defence.

• Predicted lineup: Schmid (GK), Williams (DF), Knight (DF), Poole (DF), Swanson (DF), Pack (MF), Dozzell (MF), Lang (MF), Segecic (MF), Murphy (MF), Bishop (AT)

Portsmouth's predicted 4-2-3-1 setup will rely on a strong backline of Williams, Knight, Poole and Swanson to keep Swansea at bay. In midfield, Pack and Dozzell will be crucial in controlling the game's tempo, while Lang, Segecic and Murphy will provide the creativity and support for Bishop up front.

• Zan Vipotnik vs Regan Poole: Vipotnik's pace and finishing will be tested against Poole's defensive solidity.

• Ji-sung Eom vs Marlon Pack: Eom's creativity in midfield will be crucial against Pack's dynamic play.

• Marko Stamenic (Swansea City): Stamenic's role in midfield will be vital for Swansea's control and distribution.

• Andre Dozzell (Portsmouth): Dozzell's ability to dictate play and create chances will be key for Portsmouth.

Fans in the UK are able to watch Swansea City vs Portsmouth on Sky Sports+ at 19:45 GMT on Tuesday, 09 December 2025

Coral is predicting that the score will be Swansea City 1-1 Portsmouth in this match

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