Match Summary
QPR defeated Portsmouth 6:1. The match was played in Championship 2025. Goals were scored by Paul Smyth 7′, Rayan Kolli 24′, Paul Smyth 29′, John Swift 38′, Rayan Kolli 55′, Richard Kone 86′ (pen.), Richard Kone 87′. 6 yellow cards were shown. QPR had 40% possession while Portsmouth held 60%. QPR had 9 shots (8 on target) compared to 20 (7 on target) for Portsmouth. Expected goals: QPR 1.63 — Portsmouth 1.52. QPR made 5 substitutions, Portsmouth made 5.
Match Events
Key match events between QPR and Portsmouth — 7 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
assist: Paul Smyth
assist: Harvey Vale
Penalty
assist: Harvey Vale
Match Statistics
QPR had 40% possession against Portsmouth's 60%. QPR registered 9 shots (8 on target) while Portsmouth managed 20 (7 on target). Corner kicks: 1–9. Fouls committed: 11–10.
Lineups
QPR lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under Julien Stephan, while Portsmouth deployed a 4-2-3-1 under John Mousinho.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for QPR is 6.69, compared to 6.83 for Portsmouth. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. QPR's highest-rated starter is Jimmy Dunne (6.85), while Portsmouth's best-rated player is Marlon Pack (7.16).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of QPR have contributed 25 goals and 9 assists this season, led by Richard Kone (9G). Portsmouth's starters account for 17 goals and 5 assists, spearheaded by Terry Devlin (5G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
QPR deploy 4 defenders rated 6.77 on average, against Portsmouth's 4-man backline averaging 6.81. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
QPR field 4 midfielders averaging 6.69, versus Portsmouth's 5 rated 6.86. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
QPR start 2 forward(s) averaging 6.63, compared to 1 for Portsmouth averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 71% for QPR and 78% for Portsmouth. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
QPR's starters have collected 42 yellow cards this season, compared to 27 for Portsmouth. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of QPR's starting XI is 24.3 (youngest: Kieran Morgan (19), oldest: Isaac Hayden (30)), while Portsmouth average 27.4 (youngest: Adrian Segečić (21), oldest: Marlon Pack (34)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
QPR's starters average 28 league appearances each, versus 27 for Portsmouth. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, QPR have recorded 2 wins, 0 draws and 4 defeats. Portsmouth show 0 wins, 1 draws and 5 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
QPR and Portsmouth have met 1 times — QPR won 0, Portsmouth won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. A combined 2 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.00 per match (1 for the home side, 1 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–1 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (1)
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