Portsmouth will kick off their Carabao Cup campaign against West Ham, a team they have a rich history with. 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) |
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.
