UEFA Nations event
English football fans are in for a thrilling encounter as Sheffield Wednesday take on Portsmouth in the Championship on 17.01.2026 at 15:00. With both teams aiming to secure valuable league points, this matchup is expected to deliver top-quality football, tactical depth, and plenty of drama.
Sheffield Wednesday vs Portsmouth: Current Form and Standings
Ahead of this fixture, Sheffield Wednesday sits 24 in the standings, while Portsmouth currently occupies 21. The home team will be eager to use their home crowd advantage, while the visitors look to maintain their form and push up the table.
Sheffield Wednesday Recent Matches
Date Event Score 04.01.2026 Queens Park Rangers vs Sheffield Wednesday 3 - 0 01.01.2026 Preston North End vs Sheffield Wednesday 3 - 0 29.12.2025 Sheffield Wednesday vs Blackburn Rovers 0 - 0
- Goals scored: 9
- Goals conceded: 29
Portsmouth Recent Matches
Date Event Score 01.01.2026 Bristol City vs Portsmouth 5 - 0 29.12.2025 Portsmouth vs Charlton Athletic 2 - 1 26.12.2025 Portsmouth vs Queens Park Rangers 1 - 1
- Goals scored: 12
- Goals conceded: 25
Both sides have shown flashes of brilliance in attack, but consistency in defense may be key to deciding this game.
Sheffield Wednesday vs Portsmouth Head-to-Head Record
These two English clubs have a rich history of encounters. Since 2021, Sheffield Wednesday and Portsmouth have faced each other 8 times, producing competitive and high-energy matches.
Head-to-Head Highlights
- Sheffield Wednesday biggest win: 4:1
- Portsmouth biggest win: 4:1
Average goals per match:
- Sheffield Wednesday: 2
- Portsmouth: 1
What to Expect in This Championship Fixture
- Both teams have recently played on 20.09.2025, maintaining a sharp competitive rhythm.
- Portsmouth may enter as the slight favorite, but history shows that either side is capable of taking the win.
- Expect high pressing, quick transitions, and plenty of set-piece opportunities — hallmarks of English football.
- The outcome could hinge on defensive discipline and who capitalizes on scoring chances.
This Sheffield Wednesday vs Portsmouth fixture in the Championship represents everything fans love about English football — passion, unpredictability, and world-class competition. Be sure to follow the action on 17.01.2026, as both teams fight to strengthen their position in the table.
