The latest updates on the Portsmouth team as they prepare to face Reading in a League One match tomorrow are as follows:
Reading’s struggles on the field have been exacerbated by ongoing ownership issues, and even without a four-point deduction for breaching EFL regulations, they would still be near the bottom of the league, despite some decent results.
On the other hand, Portsmouth’s winning streak came to a halt with a goalless draw against Cambridge United earlier this week. Nevertheless, they currently hold the top position in the League One table as the only unbeaten team in the division.
Portsmouth hasn’t suffered a defeat in a League One game since March, and with Reading’s recent difficulties, they are hopeful of securing a victory in the upcoming match.
Several of our writers have provided their predictions for the game. Portsmouth heads into this weekend’s clash with Reading with a strong unbeaten record, boasting nine wins and five draws in 14 League One games, placing them at the top of the table, four points ahead of second-placed Oxford United.
John Mousinho’s team has maintained their impressive record of avoiding losses in third-tier games since March and is eager to extend this exceptional run.
In contrast, Reading finds themselves in 23rd place, having suffered four consecutive losses and currently sitting eight points adrift of safety. Their additional four-point deduction has only compounded their problems, leading to significant protests being planned for this weekend’s match.
In terms of Portsmouth’s team news ahead of the game, John Mousinho has confirmed that left-back Connor Ogilvie will be sidelined for an extended period, estimated at six to eight weeks. Ogilvie had recently returned to the starting lineup but suffered an ankle injury shortly after recovering from a groin problem.
Marlon Pack and Tom Lowery remain unavailable, while Gavin Whyte and Sean Raggett have resumed training after missing the midweek game due to illness. Additionally, Christian Saydee also participated in training.
Regarding the starting lineup, Zak Swanson played in the previous match, but Joe Rafferty, the primary starter for the season, may make a return. Creative player Jack Sparkes is expected to replace the injured Ogilvie.
In midfield, the partnership of Joe Morrell and Alex Robertson is likely to continue, although Ben Stevenson is also a viable option. There’s room for potential changes in the forward positions. Abu Kamara, who started in the recent match against Cambridge United, may benefit from some rest, possibly making way for Tino Anjorin, with Christian Saydee shifting to the left.
Colby Bishop is expected to retain his position as the primary forward.
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