Main prediction: Portsmouth to win the clash
Alternative tip: double chance Portsmouth
Other market: over 10.5 corners
The EFL Championship 2026/27 renews a clash that has history. Portsmouth and Blackburn Rovers meet again this 19/09 (Saturday), at Fratton Park (The Old Girl), at 15:00.
In their last 5 clashes in the leagues they participate in, Portsmouth have won 2 time(s) and score 1.2 goals per match. Meanwhile, Blackburn Rovers have won 1. Portsmouth lead the betting with a 44.25% chance of winning.
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Prediction for Portsmouth vs Blackburn Rovers
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Overview Portsmouth vs Blackburn Rovers
Portsmouth are favourites, with a 44.25% chance of winning according to the bookmakers. The odds for a The Blackburn Rovers Football and Athletic Limited win are at 3.774 and a draw at 3.636.
In the English Championship, Portsmouth have accumulated 2 win(s), 1 draw(s) and 3 defeat(s), with 7 goal(s) scored and 8 conceded. Marko Milovanović leads the scoring chart with 2 goal(s). Meanwhile, Blackburn Rovers have accumulated 2 win(s), 2 draw(s) and 3 defeat(s), with 10 goal(s) scored and 10 conceded, with Andri Lucas Guðjohnsen as top scorer with 3 goal(s).
Head-to-head between Portsmouth and Blackburn Rovers
In 12 clashes, Blackburn Rovers have the advantage over Portsmouth: 6 win(s) against 4 and 2 draw(s). The most recent was on 07/03/2026, in the EFL Championship, the match score was: Blackburn Rovers 1-1 Portsmouth.
This data can contextualise the predictions for Portsmouth vs Blackburn Rovers, but it guarantees nothing. Each team's form must be taken into account.
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Portsmouth: current form
Portsmouth have played 6 match(es) in the EFL Championship.
See the team's performance in the English Championship 2026/27:
2 win(s), 1 draw(s), 3 defeat(s)
Performance: 1.17 point(s) per match
7 goals scored (1.17 per match)
Top scorer: Marko Milovanović (2 goal(s))
Blackburn Rovers: current form
Meanwhile, Blackburn Rovers are going through a difficult patch: 3 defeats in their last 5 matches across all competitions. The opponents need to respond.
See their specific numbers in the EFL Championship:
2 win(s), 2 draw(s), 3 defeat(s)
Performance: 1.14 point(s) per match
10 goals scored (1.43 per match)
Top scorer: Andri Lucas Guðjohnsen (3 goal(s))
Portsmouth vs Blackburn Rovers key players
In the EFL Championship, Marko Milovanović carries Portsmouth Community Football Club Limited's attack with 2 goal(s).
The playmaker is Adrian Segečić, leading in assists with 1. In the whole season, Adrian Segečić has 11 goal(s).
On the other side, Andri Lucas Guðjohnsen is the name that frightens the most for Blackburn with 3 goal(s) in the EFL Championship.
In terms of playmaking, Oladapo Afolayan leads in assists with 1. In the whole season, Yuki Ohashi has accumulated 10 goal(s).
Portsmouth vs Blackburn Rovers statistics in the EFL Championship
Portsmouth have an average of 11.67 corners and 0.5 cards per match. Meanwhile, Blackburn Rovers have 10.29 corners and 3.14 cards. See the numbers for Portsmouth vs Blackburn Rovers in the table below.
Portsmouth
England - Championship
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | D W L L W |
1.4 |
| Home | W L L D W |
1.4 |
| Away | D L W L W |
1.4 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 33% | 33% | 33% |
| Goals | 2.5 | 2.67 | 2.33 |
| Scored | 1.17 | 1 | 1.33 |
| Conceded | 1.33 | 1.67 | 1 |
| Both Teams to Score | 50% | 33% | 67% |
| Without Conceding | 33% | 33% | 33% |
| Failed To Score | 33% | 33% | 33% |
| 1st to Score | 50% | 67% | 33% |
|
xG
|
1.6 | 1.86 | 1.34 |
|
xGA
|
1.38 | 1.49 | 1.27 |
Blackburn Rovers
England - Championship
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | W L L D L |
0.8 |
| Home | W L L L W |
1.2 |
| Away | L D D W W |
1.6 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 29% | 50% | 0% |
| Goals | 2.86 | 3.25 | 2.33 |
| Scored | 1.43 | 1.75 | 1 |
| Conceded | 1.43 | 1.5 | 1.33 |
| Both Teams to Score | 86% | 100% | 67% |
| Without Conceding | 14% | 0% | 33% |
| Failed To Score | 14% | 0% | 33% |
| 1st to Score | 50% | 75% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.37 | 1.5 | 1.2 |
|
xGA
|
1.56 | 1.64 | 1.45 |
More tips for Portsmouth vs Blackburn Rovers
In addition to the main prediction, see other betting markets for Portsmouth vs Blackburn Rovers in the EFL Championship:
Correct score prediction for Portsmouth vs Blackburn Rovers
The favoritism in the odds points to Portsmouth. With the available data, we project a narrow win. Correct result: Portsmouth 1-0 Blackburn Rovers. Predicting the exact score is difficult. The odds reflect this. Play with caution.
Where to watch Portsmouth vs Blackburn Rovers
Check out where to watch the live match between Blackburn Rovers and Portsmouth:
Broadcast: no broadcast scheduled
Predicted line-ups for Portsmouth and Blackburn Rovers
The line-ups for Portsmouth vs Blackburn Rovers in the English Championship are officially confirmed between 45 minutes and 1 hour before the match, via the referee's official team sheet and the clubs' social media channels.
Follow below who is expected to take to the pitch.
Portsmouth Community Football Club Limited line-up
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2
Benjamin Arthur
Defender
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6
Conor Shaughnessy
Defender
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7
Marlon Pack
Midfielder
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9
Colby Bishop
Forward
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10
Adrian Segečić
Forward
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11
Abu Kamara
Forward
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16
Jayden Meghoma
Defender
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17
Tyrese Shade
Forward
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19
Rocco Robert Shein
Midfielder
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24
Terry Devlin
Defender
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31
Daniel Bielica
Goalkeeper
The starting eleven is confirmed minutes before kick-off.
The Blackburn Rovers Football and Athletic Limited line-up
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2
Ryan Alebiousu
Defender
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4
Yuri Oliveira Ribeiro
Defender
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6
Tom Atcheson
Defender
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8
Sam Morsy
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10
Todd Cantwell
Midfielder
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15
Sean McLoughlin
Defender
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17
Hayden Carter
Defender
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21
Oladapo Afolayan
Forward
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22
Balázs Tóth
Goalkeeper
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25
Ryoya Morishita
Midfielder
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31
Kristi Montgomery
Midfielder
The Blackburn Rovers starting eleven is confirmed close to the initial whistle.
Match details for Portsmouth vs Blackburn Rovers
Match: Portsmouth vs Blackburn Rovers
Tournament: English Championship 2026/27
Date: 19/09/2026
Time: 15:00 (Brasília time)
Venue: Fratton Park (The Old Girl)
Broadcast: none scheduled
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