Stats show what Portsmouth must do vs Watford to end losing streak
Portsmouth face Watford in a must-win game after losing two in a row.
Portsmouth welcome Watford to Fratton Park on Wednesday night as they look to bounce back from back-to-back defeats in the Championship.
Portsmouth have a chance to beat Watford twice in a row for the first time in 29 years, with the Blues back in front of their home fans.
John Mousinho knows he must turn his team’s fortune around after picking up just one point from the previous three games.
Portsmouth fans will be keen to see their team put up a better performance at home after the previous defeat to Sheffield Wednesday.
Portsmouth need fast start against Watford
Mousinho has a small injury crisis on his hands ahead of Wednesday night’s fixture, but he must know how important a win against Watford is.
Portsmouth need to come out of the blocks quickly at home and put Watford under pressure early on under the lights.
According to BBC Sport, Portsmouth have gained only one point from losing positions this season.
This emphasises how important it is for Pompey to start well at Fratton Park if they are to get a positive result.
Mousinho’s side are at their best when they are on the front foot and putting pressure on opponents, while not conceding any easy chances.
While their last home game was a huge disappointment, Pompey need to be inspired by their fans at home on Wednesday night.
Portsmouth need to use Fratton Park factor to their advantage
Portsmouth have the advantage over Watford on Wednesday night as Pompey have won their last five games against the Hornets at home, averaging over two goals per game.
Watford have struggled away from home in this fixture and have not won in Fratton Park since April 2002, a 1-0 victory back in the old Division One.
| Games at Fratton Park this season | Result |
| vs Reading (Carabao Cup) | 2-1 loss |
| vs Norwich | 2-1 loss |
| vs Preston | 1-0 win |
| vs Sheffield Wednesday | 2-0 loss |
Pompey have a poor record at home this season, taking just three points from four games so far.
Fratton Park is easily one of the best grounds in the country, with Portsmouth fans capable of creating a hostile atmosphere for opponents.
If the Pompey players can start quickly against Watford, the fans will get behind them and they can deliver an important win.
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