Hull City vs Portsmouth Predictions: The72
The72's writers share their predictions ahead of the Championship clash scheduled for Saturday.
Hull City's Recent Form and Standing
Hull City lost 2-1 to Derby County away on Tuesday. Manchester City loanee Joel Ndala scored Hull's only goal, but they couldn’t secure any points at Pride Park. After 14 matches, Hull sit 8th in the Championship table, just one point shy of the play-offs behind Charlton Athletic.
Sergej Jakirovic took charge as head coach over the summer, joining from Kayserispor to replace Ruben Selles.
Coach Sergej Jakirovic’s Record at Hull City
Jakirovic, previously with Dynamo Zagreb, is leading the East Yorkshire team during this campaign.
Portsmouth's Position and Form
Portsmouth currently occupy 20th place in the league, sitting five points clear of the relegation zone. Under John Mousinho's management, they earned promotion from League One in 2024 along with Derby County and Oxford United, and comfortably avoided relegation last season.
In their most recent match, Pompey drew 0-0 at home with Wrexham, with neither side managing to score at Fratton Park.
Expert Predictions
"Hull City will be disappointed to have lost against Derby County last time out. HCAFC will feel they deserved at least a draw against the Rams before a defensive mix-up led to their opponents’ winner near the end."
"The Tigers put in another decent display at Pride Park, especially in the second half."
Several writers expect Hull City to push hard in this game to challenge Portsmouth ahead in the table.
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