Portsmouth relegation prediction made by AI ahead of Fratton Park clash v Derby
Portsmouth have seen their final Championship position predicted by AI as they prepare for a huge game against Derby County.
John Mousinho’s side are fighting for survival in the Championship with just three points separating the South Coast club and the bottom three.
As a result, Portsmouth’s clash with Derby at Fratton Park is arguably their biggest game of the season, with the Rams sat 21st, just three points behind their hosts on Saturday (12 April).
Mousinho and his players will be well aware that three points could boost their survival hopes drastically, and ahead of the clash, AI has predicted where Pompey will finish in the Championship this season.
Portsmouth’s survival hopes shared by AI ahead of Derby clash
Mousinho and his players should be feeling confident ahead of the clash with Derby, with Portsmouth clear favourites to beat the Rams, likely due to their fine form at Fratton Park.
However, this is unlikely to ease the nerves as supporters make their way to what is one of Pompey’s biggest games in years.
There is little to separate the teams at the bottom of the Championship, and AI has predicted where each of these clubs will find themselves in the table once the season comes to an end.
| Championship 2024/25 | Position | Points |
| Portsmouth | 17th | 45 |
| Oxford United | 18th | 45 |
| Hull City | 19th | 44 |
| Stoke City | 20th | 44 |
| Derby County | 21st | 42 |
| Cardiff City | 22nd | 42 |
| Luton Town | 23rd | 40 |
| Plymouth Argyle | 24th | 37 |
As per The News (11 April), AI has predicted Luton Town, Cardiff City and Plymouth Argyle to be playing their football in EFL League One next season.
Portsmouth are predicted to avoid the drop, but only narrowly, as they finish 21st.
Mousinho will be desperate for three points against Derby
With five matches left to play, every game is vital at this stage.
Therefore, Portsmouth cannot afford to lose at home against Derby, and a win would boost their survival hopes dramatically. As a result, Mousinho needs to ensure his players are switched on and have put the last-minute defeat 1-0 Championship defeat away at Coventry on Wednesday (9 April) behind them.