QPR secures opening day win against Portsmouth in new season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 1:31 PM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026
QPR defeated Portsmouth 3-1 in their opening match of the season at Fratton Park on August 17, 2026. Full-back Kealey Adamson expressed confidence in the team's performance, highlighting that they had not won a first league game since the 2020-21 season. Under manager Julien Stephan, QPR aims to improve on last season's 15th place finish in the Championship. Adamson noted that the team's preparation included intense training sessions and six successful pre-season friendlies. They will now face Bolton Wanderers at Loftus Road on August 22.
- •QPR wins 3-1 at Portsmouth in season opener.
- •Kealey Adamson emphasizes team's readiness and connection.
- •The team finished 15th in the Championship last season.
- •QPR recorded five wins in six pre-season matches.
- •Next match is against Bolton Wanderers on August 22.
- 1:31 PMYahoo Sports — QPR ready to give season a 'red hot crack' - Adamson
"QPR full-back Kealey Adamson says the team feels ready to compete this season after securing an impressive opening day win at Portsmouth.
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