West Brom are aiming for a third win in a row as they take on Portsmouth in an EFL Championship clash at Fratton Park on Sunday.
Hosts Portsmouth suffered a 3-1 loss to league leaders Sunderland in their previous match and slipped to 18th place in the 24-team league.
Meanwhile, West Brom are unbeaten in the season so far and come into this match after scoring back-to-back wins over Stoke City and Swansea.
MORE: How to watch EFL Championship in UK: Live streams, TV channels, start times, latest fixture schedule
The Sporting News looks at the key details ahead of this game, including how to watch the match, kickoff times and the latest lineup news.
Portsmouth vs. West Brom live stream, TV channel in UK
Here's how to watch this EFL Championship match in UK:
- TV channel: Sky Sports Football, Sky Ultra HD
- Live stream: Sky Go UK, NOW, SKY GO Extra
This game is available for live TV broadcasts on Sky Sports Football and Sky Ultra HD in the UK. Streaming option is available on Sky Go UK, NOW and SKY GO Extra.
What time does Portsmouth vs. West Brom kick off in UK?
This EFL Championship clash takes place at Fratton Park Stadium in Portsmouth, England, and kicks off on Sunday, September 15 at 3:00 p.m. local time.
| Date | Sunday, September 15 |
| Kick-off time | 3:00 p.m. BST |
| Venue | Fratton Park Stadium |
| Location | Portsmouth, England |
Portsmouth vs. West Brom lineups, team news
Portsmouth manager John Mousinho is likely to shake things up as the team is yet to win a league match this season. Paddy Lane is likely to get the nod and step into a midfield or creative role.
Meanwhile, Harvey Blair, itching for his first league start since arriving from Liverpool, may replace Matt Ritchie.
With Jacob Farrell, Josh Murphy, Tom McIntyre, and Conor Shaughnessy back in training after injuries, they’re all vying for a spot on the team sheet.
Portsmouth predicted XI (4-2-3-1, right to left): Norris (GK) — Swanson, Williams, Towler, Ogilvie — Pack, Dozzell — Lane, Lang, Silvera —Saydee
Injured: Regan Poole, Colby Bishop
Suspended: N/A
For West Brom, barring any last-minute fitness hiccups, Carlos Corberan has little reason to mess with his winning formula.
Mason Holgate and Mikey Johnston are available after their deadline-day moves from Everton and Celtic. Both players are eager to make their mark and could be exciting new additions.
West Brom predicted XI (4-2-3-1 right to left): Palmer (GK) — Furlong, Ajayi, Bartley, Heggem — Molumby, Mowatt — Fellows, Swift, Grant — Maja
Injured: Daryl Dike
Suspended: N/A
Portsmouth vs. West Brom prediction
Promoted to the second division this summer, Portsmouth have found it tough to cement their position in the Championship.
After three draws against teams that were regarded as favourites, Pompey fell to a 1-3 defeat to league leaders Sunderland.They will once again start as the underdogs on Sunday but West Brom may be in for a battling win.
Prediction: Portsmouth 1-2 West Brom
EFL Championship fixture schedule this week
All times BST
Friday, September 13
- Hull City vs. Sheffield Utd (08:00 p.m.)
Saturday, September 14
- Leeds vs. Burnley (12:30 p.m.)
- Millwall vs. Luton (12:30 p.m.)
- Oxford United vs. Stoke City (12:30 p.m.)
- Blackburn vs. Bristol City (3:00 p.m.)
- Derby vs. Cardiff (3:00 p.m.)
- M’boro vs. Preston (3:00 p.m.)
- Plymouth vs. S’land (3:00 p.m.)
- Sheff Wed vs. QPR (3:00 p.m.)
- Swansea vs. Norwich (3:00 p.m.)
- Watford vs. Coventry (3:00 p.m.)
Sunday, September 15
- Portsmouth vs. West Brom (3:00 p.m.)
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