Championship strugglers Portsmouth suffered their seventh league defeat of the season despite a spirited away performance against relegation rivals Plymouth Argyle.
John Mousinho’s side were the dominant team throughout large stages of the contest but failed to capitalise on a number of guilt-edged goal opportunities before being punished by a late goal from Pilgrims substitute Michael Obaefmi.
The defeat leaves Portsmouth bottom of the table and already five points adrift of safety as they prepare for another crucial six-pointer against a Preston North End side that sit narrowly above the drop zone.
But how much will this sticky start impact the remainder of Portsmouth’s season? John Mousinho’s men face a number of key fixtures in the weeks to come and possible a season-defining transfer window.
Here we take a look at who SkyBet are tipping to win promotion, make the play-offs and be relegated to League One.

1. Leeds United - 1st
Leeds United are the hot favourites to win promotion with odds of 1/7. | Getty Images

2. Sunderland - 2nd
Sunderland are expected to return to the Premier League for the first time since 2017 and have been given 10/7 odds for promotion. | Getty Images

3. Sheffield United - 3rd
Sheffield United are expected to be in the promotion picture come the end of the season. Chris Wilder's team are 6/4 to return to the Premier League. | Getty Images

4. Middlesbrough - 4th
Michael Carrick's side have 2/1 odds to achieve automatic promotion. | Getty Images
