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QPR opens Championship season against Portsmouth on Saturday

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 12:26 PM

Last updated Aug 13, 2026

QPR opens Championship season against Portsmouth on Saturday
Summary

Queens Park Rangers (QPR) will face Portsmouth in the opening match of the Championship season on Saturday. QPR head coach Julien Stephan emphasized that the 6-1 victory over Portsmouth in March will not influence the upcoming match. He noted the importance of starting fresh as all teams begin the season with zero points. Stephan expressed respect for Portsmouth and stressed the need for QPR to maintain focus on their gameplay. The match is expected to be competitive, as Portsmouth seeks to avenge the previous defeat.

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  • •QPR plays Portsmouth in Championship opener on August 13.
  • •Last match resulted in QPR winning 6-1 at Loftus Road in March.
  • •Julien Stephan urges focus on current season, not past results.
  • •Portsmouth aims for revenge in upcoming match.
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  • 12:26 PMYahoo Sports — Portsmouth will 'want revenge' - Stephan
What they're saying
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QPR head coach Julian Stephan says the 6-1 win in March won't have 'great importance' when they face Portsmouth on Saturday.

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