Portsmouth v Norwich Tips

Norwich opened their campaign by hosting Millwall and going down pointless to a late Lions winner. One has the feeling Liam Manning may not be the answer to Championship survival for Norwich, and a trip to Portsmouth, I would imagine, is not the ideal follow-up to day one defeat. Counterpart manager Mousinho has constructed a fairly fresh team at Fratton Park, with Segicic looking a lively addition up front who could cause teams issues this season. Outside of the starting squad last week, however, there look to be frailties, so any absence would temper enthusiasm. But with virtually the entire first team squad rested for mid-week EFL Cup defeat, it looks like Pompey are playing to their home advantage much as they did last season with some success. Home win for me on this basis.

Norwich lost their opening match against Millwall, but they won their EFL match playing against Watford. I will take a chance on them in this away match.

Portsmouth had a win on opening day, and Norwich were poor in their game. This might well prove to be a close game and maybe not a lot of goals in a low-score draw.

With the last league game between both teams ending up an 8-goal thriller, there's a good chance we'd see another high-scoring game here.

Portsmouth will be boosted by the 1-0 away win at Oxford and are at home. Norwich were stunned 2-1 by Millwall on Day 1 and have quality to oppose the hosts. Five of the last six head-to-heads have stayed under, and another one looks likely.

Pompey are formidable opponents at Fratton Park and come here on a high after an opening day win. Norwich have made some astute signings, and keeping Sargent is so important. With his goals and Pompey's home record, both look to score.