Our prediction for this Championship match:
Blackburn Rovers
Match Time & Date:
23/11/2024
16:00
Prediction: 2-0
Portsmouth
Buoyed by a 3-1 win over Cardiff City, Blackburn Rovers will look to give fans yet another reason to celebrate when they take on Portsmouth on Matchday 16. The Riversiders did well to put an end to their three-game losing run, with the team regaining a much-needed confidence and a triumph over Portsmouth will see them move closer to the playoffs berth. The likes of Carter, Cozier-Duberry, Gilsenan, and Wharton miss out with injuries for the home side.
The Pompey, on the other hand, defeated Preston at home before the international break, but given their difficulties on the road, home win should be considered. You should know that Portsmouth are on a three-game losing run at Ewood Park. Portsmouth’s injury list is pretty long, including the likes of Bishop, Bowat, Farrell, Lane, Norris, and Shaughnessy. In their last meeting at the venue, back in 2017, Blackburn defeated Portsmouth 3-0.
Highlighted Team (Blackburn Rovers):
Blackburn Rovers have been trying to return to the Premier League ever since they dropped to the Championship in 2012. The Riversiders compete in the English second tier and they play their home games at Ewood Park. Blackburn were founded back in 1875 and they are one of the founding members of the Football League (1888).
Burnley are considered Blackburn’s main rivals and the two teams square off against each other in the East Lancashire derby. It has to be noted that Blackburn Burnley 7-1 in their first ever meeting in the East Lancashire Derby on 3 November, 1888. The Riversiders have won three First Division (Premier League) trophies (1911/1912, 1913/1914, 1994/1995).
Blackburn Rovers have clinched six FA Cup titles as well. Speaking of the club’s European success, the Riversiders won the UEFA Intertoto Cup in 2007. The colour of Blackburn’s home kit is blue and white.
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