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English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming Championship clash between Blackburn Rovers and Portsmouth is set for 07.03.2026 at 12:30. Here you’ll find everything about confirmed lineups, tactical approaches, and recent performances leading into one of the most anticipated fixtures in England.
Pre-Match Overview
Both clubs come into this Championship encounter with contrasting form and ambitions.
Blackburn Rovers, currently sitting 21 in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Portsmouth, positioned 20, aim to continue their climb up the Championship table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 07.03.2026
- Kickoff: 12:30
- Favorite: Blackburn Rovers
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 13.12.2025, finishing Portsmouth 2-1 Blackburn Rovers.
Blackburn Rovers Starting XI and Tactical Notes
The Blackburn Rovers squad has been dominant at home throughout the Championship 2026 campaign.
Fans searching for the Blackburn Rovers lineup today or Blackburn Rovers starting XI can find it on this page.
The manager’s choices this week will likely focus on:
- Maintaining defensive stability after recent fixtures
- Enhancing midfield control and quick transitions
- Maximizing forward efficiency in the final third
Recent Blackburn Rovers home performances:
Date Event Score 24.02.2026 Blackburn Rovers vs Bristol City 1 - 2 20.02.2026 Blackburn Rovers vs Preston North End 1 - 0 14.02.2026 Queens Park Rangers vs Blackburn Rovers 1 - 3
Portsmouth Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Portsmouth have been unpredictable this season but remain dangerous against top sides.
Their confirmed lineup for today’s Championship game will soon be announced on this page.
Performance overview:
- League standing: 20
- Recent head-to-head record: Portsmouth 2-1 Blackburn Rovers
- Wins this season over Blackburn Rovers: 2
Recent away match stats for Portsmouth:
Date Event Score 24.02.2026 Wrexham vs Portsmouth 2 - 1 21.02.2026 Millwall vs Portsmouth 1 - 3 17.02.2026 Charlton Athletic vs Portsmouth 1 - 3
Prediction and Final Word
As of 28.02.2026, odds point to Blackburn Rovers as the likely winner, but English football rarely follows the script. Weather, intensity, and tactical precision will all influence the result.
The confirmed Blackburn Rovers and Portsmouth lineups for the Championship 2026 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.
