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How to Follow Portsmouth v Blackburn Rovers — Radio and Commentators for the Championship Clash (13 December 2025)

The Championship meeting between Portsmouth and Blackburn Rovers at Fratton Park kicks off at 15:00 UK time on 13 December 2025, with wide radio coverage including national and local BBC services alongside club and commercial broadcasters.  This guide explains where to listen and who is on air: BBC Radio 5 Live carries national coverage, while BBC Radio Lancashire and BBC Radio Solent provide regional commentary; Pompey+ and Express FM will have club-focused coverage; and talkSPORT and other local reporters will feed national bulletins.[1]

Where to listen (opening summary)

BBC Radio 5 Live will provide the principal national radio report, with reporter Joshua Adu-Donkor on the ground for live updates and match reporting throughout the day.[1] For a Lancashire-focused listen, BBC Radio Lancashire (FM) broadcasts full commentary with Andy Bayes as main commentator and ex-Scotland international Kevin Gallacher as co-commentator.[1] Local Portsmouth coverage comes via BBC Radio Solent with presenter Ian Wilding, main commentator Andrew Moon and co-commentator Guy Whittingham, alongside Express FM and the club’s own Pompey+ service that carry similar teams and additional studio punditry.[1]

Detailed broadcast and commentary line-up

  • BBC Radio 5 Live — Reporter: Joshua Adu-Donkor. This is the national audio outlet most listeners will use for a concise national perspective and live news bulletins during and after the match.[1]
  • BBC Radio Lancashire (FM) — Main Commentator: Andy Bayes; Co-commentator: Kevin Gallacher. BBC Radio Lancashire specialises in in-depth local coverage of Blackburn Rovers matches and provides the region’s authoritative match call.[1]
  • BBC Radio Solent — Presenter: Ian Wilding; Main Commentator: Andrew Moon; Co-commentator: Guy Whittingham. Radio Solent is the go-to for Portsmouth supporters seeking comprehensive live commentary and pre/post-match analysis from a Portsmouth perspective.[1]
  • Express FM — Main Commentator: Andrew Moon; Co-commentator: Guy Whittingham. Express FM provides an additional local FM alternative for Pompey fans, often with a strong community focus and fan interaction.[1]
  • Pompey+ — Presenter: George Wedlake; Main Commentator: Andrew Moon; Co-commentator: Guy Whittingham; Pundits: Mark Kelly and Paul Robinson (born 1982). Pompey+ is the club’s digital matchday service offering live audio, extended punditry and post-match interviews tailored to Portsmouth supporters.[1]
  • talkSPORT — Reporter: Ian Abrahams. talkSPORT often carries live match reports and snippets for a national, sometimes more debate-led, audience.[1]

Who are the voices on the mic?

Many listeners will recognise the on-air names; here’s a brief background on the key contributors to help you know what to expect.

  • Joshua Adu-Donkor — Working for BBC Radio 5 Live as a reporter, Adu-Donkor covers matchday reporting and interviews; 5 Live reporters typically provide concise on-pitch updates and immediate post-match reaction.[1]
  • Andy Bayes — A regular match commentator on BBC regional radio, Bayes brings play-by-play experience and an authoritative local voice for Blackburn Rovers fixtures on BBC Radio Lancashire.[1]
  • Kevin Gallacher — A former Scotland international striker with a long professional career including spells at Blackburn Rovers and other English clubs, Gallacher is an experienced co-commentator who offers tactical insight and first-hand striker’s perspective during commentary duty.[1]
  • Ian Wilding — As a presenter on BBC Radio Solent, Wilding anchors the station’s matchday coverage and links studio discussion with live commentary feeds.[1]
  • Andrew Moon — A seasoned commentator on local radio and club channels, Moon often leads the live match call for Portsmouth across BBC Radio Solent, Express FM and Pompey+ services.[1]
  • Guy Whittingham — A former striker with extensive experience in English football, Whittingham provides co-commentary and expert analysis from a front‑line player’s perspective, focusing on movement, finishing and tactical shape.[1]
  • George Wedlake — Presenter for Pompey+, Wedlake leads club media coverage, interviews and fan-focused features on the club’s official platform.[1]
  • Mark Kelly — As a Pompey+ pundit, Kelly contributes post-match analysis and insight, drawing on his involvement with the club and coaching/playing background.[1]
  • Paul Robinson (born 1982) — Not to be confused with other footballers of the same name, Paul Robinson (born 1982) appears as a Pompey+ pundit, offering analysis rooted in his playing career and local knowledge.[1]
  • Ian Abrahams — A reporter for talkSPORT, Abrahams provides national radio cut-ins, features and match reports that link the Fratton Park action to a wider UK audience.[1]

Which service should I choose?

Choice depends on the perspective you want:

  • For a national, concise experience and broader Championship context choose BBC Radio 5 Live.[1]
  • For a Blackburn Rovers–centred call and local atmosphere choose BBC Radio Lancashire with Andy Bayes and Kevin Gallacher.[1]
  • For full Pompey fan coverage, pre/post-match interviews and club pundits select Pompey+, BBC Radio Solent or Express FM — all use Andrew Moon and Guy Whittingham in commentary roles and Pompey+ offers additional studio punditry from Mark Kelly and Paul Robinson.[1]
  • If you want snappier, debate-led national cut-ins and reaction, listen to talkSPORT reports from Ian Abrahams.[1]

Other ways to follow the match

If you prefer text or live stats rather than radio audio, major sports platforms provide minute-by-minute coverage and live statistics for Championship fixtures, including this match at Fratton Park.[2][6] Websites and apps such as FotMob, SofaScore and ESPN give line-ups, live scores and statistical updates throughout the 90 minutes and beyond.[1][2][6]

Useful links and further reading

For quick background and pre-match information consider checking the club pages and live-score services below (these links provide team news, live stats and official club broadcast details):

  • « Portsmouth club information and match centre » (official club site) (official club channels typically list Pompey+ access and membership details).
  • « Blackburn Rovers official site » (for Rovers team news and local broadcast notes).
  • « Championship match centre on FotMob » for kick-off time and live updates for Portsmouth v Blackburn Rovers.[1]

Practical tips for listeners

  • Arrive early on your chosen service: club streams like Pompey+ and regional BBC stations often begin coverage 30–60 minutes before kick-off with team news and last-minute build-up.[1]
  • If you’re outside the UK, check geo-restrictions for Pompey+ and local BBC streams; national services such as 5 Live may be easier to access via international radio apps or satellite providers.[1]
  • Have a second source (live text feed or app) handy if you want line-up confirmation and real-time stats alongside the audio commentary.[2][6]

This match at Fratton Park is part of the Championship round 21 and is scheduled to kick off at 15:00 UK time; use the services above to choose the commentary team and perspective that best suits your support and listening preferences.[1][2]

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