Sheffield Wednesday vs Portsmouth: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 17 January

Betiball's prediction for Sheffield Wednesday vs Portsmouth on 17 January 2026 (kick-off: 11:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Sheffield Wednesday vs Portsmouth preview before placing your bet.

Sheffield Wednesday vs Portsmouth: Starting Lineups Time : 17/01/2026 11:00

Sheffield Wednesday
0 - 1
Finished
Portsmouth
76' event Nathan Redmond / Liam Palmer
63' event Jaden Heskey / Jarvis Thornton
63' event Charlie McNeill / Jamal Lowe
63' event Reece Johnson / Yisa Alao
event 77' Conor Chaplin
event 73' Jordan Williams / Millenic Alli
event 65' Adrian Segecic
event 56' Adams Ebrima / Connor Ogilvie
event 31' Connor Ogilvie
76' event Nathan Redmond / Liam Palmer
event 77' Conor Chaplin
63' event Jaden Heskey / Jarvis Thornton
event 73' Jordan Williams / Millenic Alli
63' event Charlie McNeill / Jamal Lowe
event 65' Adrian Segecic
63' event Reece Johnson / Yisa Alao
event 56' Adams Ebrima / Connor Ogilvie
event 31' Connor Ogilvie
Sheffield Wednesday Sheffield Wednesday
Substitutions
#15 Nathan Redmond
#17 Charlie McNeill
#27 Reece Johnson
#24 Jaden Heskey
#20 Rio Shipston
#28 Cole McGhee
#32 Joe Emery
#25 Logan Stretch
#40 Devlan Moses
Sheffield Wednesday Sheffield Wednesday Portsmouth Portsmouth
7Shots12
1Shots on Goal3
15Fouls10
7Corner Kick6
10Free kick15
1Offside3
0Yellow card2
26Aerial40
2Save1
13Successful Tackles10
20Interceptions6
17Long pass27
3Successful center4
3Shots off goal5
13Head Success20
3Blocked4
8Tackle5
4Dribbles6
20Throw-in26
346Passes396
67Attacks107
33Dangerous attacks64
5Corner Kicks(HT)2
0BigChances4
0BigChancesMissed4
7ShotsInsideBox10
0ShotsOutsideBox2
40DuelsWon48
0.42ExpectedGoals1.92
0.27xGOpenPlay1.02
0.42xGNonPenalty1.92
0.28xGOT1.77
15Touches In Opposition Box31
17AccurateCrosses20
27GroundDuelsWon28
13AerialDuelsWon20
24Clearances24
Portsmouth Portsmouth
Substitutions
#38 Adams Ebrima
#2 Jordan Williams
#19 Jacob Farrell
#16 Luke Le Roux
#17 Ibane Bowat
#26 Josef Bursik
#8 John Swift
#25 Mackenzie Kirk
#46 Olutayo Singerr
Commentary
77' Conor Chaplin - Portsmouth receive a yellow card
76' Sheffield Wednesday — substitution: Nathan Redmond / Liam Palmer
73' Portsmouth — substitution: Jordan Williams / Millenic Alli
65' Goal! Adrian Segecic - Portsmouth
63' Sheffield Wednesday — substitution: Jaden Heskey / Jarvis Thornton
63' Sheffield Wednesday — substitution: Charlie McNeill / Jamal Lowe
63' Sheffield Wednesday — substitution: Reece Johnson / Yisa Alao
56' Portsmouth — substitution: Adams Ebrima / Connor Ogilvie
31' Connor Ogilvie - Portsmouth receive a yellow card

How We Build the Sheffield Wednesday vs Portsmouth Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Sheffield Wednesday vs Portsmouth on 17 January 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Sheffield Wednesday vs Portsmouth Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Sheffield Wednesday's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Portsmouth's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live standings and the form table to understand exactly where Sheffield Wednesday and Portsmouth sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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