Sheffield Wednesday vs Portsmouth - Championship Match

Sheffield Wednesday vs Portsmouth Preview: Championship Clash

Sheffield Wednesday will host Portsmouth at Hillsborough Stadium on Saturday, January 17, 2026 at 18:00 UTC in what promises to be an exciting Championship encounter. Both sides will be looking to secure all three points as they continue their campaign this season.

Current Form & Recent Results

Sheffield Wednesday have struggled for consistency lately, managing just 0 wins from 5 games while suffering 3 defeats. They'll be eager to turn their fortunes around.

Portsmouth have been difficult to beat recently, remaining undefeated in 4 of their last 5 matches despite only winning 1.

Head-to-Head Record

History favors Sheffield Wednesday in this fixture. In their last 7 meetings, the hosts have claimed 4 victories, with Portsmouth winning 0 and 3 ending in draws. This slight edge in the record could give them the psychological advantage heading into this clash.

Match Prediction & Analysis

This promises to be a tightly contested affair with little separating these two sides on paper. Both teams will fancy their chances of victory, and the match could go either way. Expect an entertaining encounter with plenty of action and possibly goals at both ends.

Key Facts

• Kick-off: Saturday, January 17, 2026, 18:00 UTC
• Venue: Hillsborough Stadium
• Competition: Championship
• Sheffield Wednesday Position: 24th (-7 pts)
• Portsmouth Position: 21st (25 pts)
• H2H Record (Last 7): Sheffield Wednesday 4W - 3D - 0W Portsmouth