"Starting with the hosts, while Charlton might have shown a string of worrying issues on either side of opening 2026, the Addicks have certainly turned an essential corner over the past few weeks. Last seen putting in another gritty performance as they secured a 1-0 victory at home against Stoke, Nathan Jones' camp have dragged themselves away from the drop zone and they open Tuesday's showdown in south London holding a seven-point advantage over the chasing pack."
"As for the visitors, while Portsmouth might have eventually cruised their way to Championship safety last season, John Mousinho's men have a real battle on their hands this time around. Now slumping to consecutive 1-0 defeats against Sheffield United and Preston since opening February, Tuesday's guests travel to the capital in midweek holding just a one-point buffer from slipping into the relegation zone."
"Mustering just a sole win from any of their previous five appearances, Pompey have also gained a reputation for their struggles away from Fratton Park. Despite snatching a 1-0 victory against a Sheffield Wednesday squad who sit rock-bottom of the Championship standings, that is the only win that Mousinho's side have claimed from any of their last 13 straight matchups on the road - a rut that stems all the"
Charlton have turned a corner in recent weeks, securing wins at Leicester and Stoke and registering seven points from their last three Championship fixtures. The side has gone over 270 minutes without conceding and recorded three straight clean sheets for the first time this season under Nathan Jones. Portsmouth have slipped to consecutive 1-0 defeats and now sit just one point above the relegation zone under John Mousinho. Pompey have won only once in their last five matches and have managed just one away victory in their last 13 road games, highlighting ongoing defensive and away-form issues.
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