Hull City -Vs- Portsmouth

Hull City will go in search of a third consecutive Championship victory when Portsmouth visit the KC Stadium tomorrow afternoon.

Nigel Pearson`s side appeared to have turned a corner by winning their last two outings against Reading and Peterborough United both 1-0, edging City into the top half of the table.

Vital Quotes:

Hull City Team News:

City will be forced to bring Joe Dudgeon back into the first-team in place of the injured Andy Dawson, who is set to miss the next 4 – 6 weeks of action.

Martyn Waghorn may make his home debut as Pearson could opt to remain with the pairing of Mclean and Waghorn.

Paul McShane remains injured, as does Seyi Olofinjana.

Player to watch: Martyn Waghorn

The on loan Leicester City striker gave a committed performance at Peterborough United and will be looking to impress on his home debut tomorrow.

Portsmouth Team News:

Liam Lawrence is suspended after receiving a red card during Portsmouth`s 4-3 loss to West Ham United last week. Joel Ward is expected to come into the midfield.

Dave Kitson should be included in the Portsmouth squad after illness but is expected to only be on the bench.

Player to watch: Greg Halford

The versatile right sided defender, who can also play in midfield often finds the net against The Tigers and will be looking to do the same again on Saturday.

Match Facts & Stats

Portsmouth are unbeaten at the KC Stadium and have had the edge in recent seasons, including a win in their last outing at the KC. The Tigers won the last meeting between the two at Fratton Park (3-2) and will be looking to build upon recent good performances.

Vital Hull Prediction: City 2 – 0 Portsmouth