Portsmouth secures draw against Blackburn after late goal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 9:25 AM
Last updated Sep 21, 2026

Portsmouth drew 2-2 with Blackburn Rovers in a match at Fratton Park on September 21. The home side had a strong performance, dominating possession and creating 22 shots, but struggled to convert chances into goals. Portsmouth led early but allowed Blackburn to take a 2-1 advantage late in the match before equalizing. The performance raises concerns for Portsmouth as they aim to avoid relegation this season.
- •Portsmouth and Blackburn played to a 2-2 draw.
- •Pompey dominated possession and created 22 shots.
- •Pompey led early but couldn't hold on to the advantage.
- •Defensive errors allowed Blackburn to take the lead.
- •Portsmouth aims to break from the bottom eight this season.
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"Portsmouth fan writer Tom Chappell reflects on Pompey's 2-2 draw with Blackburn Rovers.
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