Lancashire Football Association will host the English FA Women’s Cup match between Blackburn Rovers and Portsmouth women. Blackburn Rovers are coming off four consecutive victories, including a 2-0 win over Portsmouth during the Women’s Super League clash in November last year.
Blackburn Rovers W vs Portsmouth W: Match Preview
In their last five matches, Blackburn Rovers have won four and lost one. Their most recent victory came in the Women’s FA Cup against Kidderminster at Walshes Meadow, where they triumphed 4-0. They have been in decent form and will look to carry forward this momentum.
Meanwhile, Portsmouth secured one win, alongside one draw and suffered three losses in their last five encounters. Their sole victory came against Luton Town with a 5-0 scoreline in the English Continental Cup. Following that, they endured a 5-2 defeat over London City Lioness in the same competition, followed by a 2-2 draw against Sunderland in the Women’s Super League.
Blackburn Rovers W vs Portsmouth W: Head-to-Head
Blackburn Rovers women and Portsmouth women have squared off four times overall. Blackburn Rovers have won two of those encounters, Portsmouth have won one, and one match ended in a draw.
| Date | Match | Competition |
| 17/11/2024 | Blackburn Rovers W 2-0 Portsmouth W | ENG FA WSL 2 |
| 07/01/2018 | Blackburn Rovers W 7-0 Portsmouth W | ENG FA Women’s Cup |
| 01/02/2015 | Blackburn Rovers W 4-5 Portsmouth W | ENG FA Women’s Cup |
| 05/10/2008 | Blackburn Rovers W 4-4 Portsmouth W | ENG FA Women’s League Cup |
Blackburn Rovers W vs Portsmouth W: Team News and Predicted Lineups
The official news regarding the match is yet to be announced, but both teams are likely to field a strong lineup. Portsmouth will be bolstered by players like LA Dent and S Quirk, who scored in their 2-2 draw against Sunderland AFC women.
Portsmouth W Predicted Lineup
E. Annets, A. Rolf, R. Casley, H. Coan, G. McEwan, E. McLaughlin, S. Barker, G. Freeland, L. A. Dent, M. Hornby, S. Quirk.
Blackburn Rovers W vs Portsmouth W: Where to Watch
Match Day: January 12, 2025
Match Time: 8:00 AM ET
Venue: Lancashire Football Association
Television Broadcast: BBC, The FA Player
Blackburn Rovers W vs Portsmouth W: Match Prediction
Blackburn Rovers’ strong form and home advantage make them clear favourites heading into this Women’s FA Cup match. They should edge out Portsmouth, given their recent victory and solid performances. Portsmouth, on the other hand, may struggle to match the hosts attacking strength and consistency.
Blackburn Rovers W and Portsmouth W Predicted Result: 3-1 Blackburn Rovers win
