Portsmouth HubPortsmouth will kick off their Carabao Cup campaign against West Ham, a team they have a rich history with.
What happened?
The Carabao Cup first-round draw was made on Thursday, with the southern section pitting Portsmouth against West Ham.
The match is scheduled for the weekend of 7-9 August and will be a tough test for Portsmouth, who finished 18th in the Championship last season with 55 points from 46 games.
Why it matters for Portsmouth
This match is a great opportunity for Portsmouth to test themselves against a Premier League team, even if West Ham were relegated last season.
The team's recent form has been inconsistent, with a record of 2W-2D-1L in their last 5 matches.
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| League standing | 18th in Championship |
| Goals this season | 49 scored, 64 conceded |
| Title race | 40 points behind leaders Coventry |
| Last result | Portsmouth 1-1 Birmingham (2026-05-02) |
| Recent form | 2W-2D-1L (DDWWL, most recent first) |
| Next fixture | vs Aldershot Town (away, 2026-07-15) |
What comes next?
Portsmouth will be looking to cause an upset against West Ham and advance to the next round of the Carabao Cup.
With their next fixture against Aldershot Town on 2026-07-15, Portsmouth will be hoping to build momentum and get a good result against West Ham.
The team's fans will be eagerly anticipating the match and will be hoping for a positive outcome.
As the new season gets underway, Portsmouth will be looking to improve on their performance from last season and make a push for promotion.
With the Carabao Cup providing a welcome distraction from league duties, Portsmouth will be hoping to make a deep run in the competition and bring some excitement to their fans.
