Unseen hero snatches late reward for Blackburn Rovers | OneFootball

Hayden Carter levelled in the third minute of second half stoppage time with a glancing header, earning Blackburn Rovers a 1-1 draw against Portsmouth at Ewood Park.

Early on, Carter set a steady platform. He read danger well and stepped in to clear repeatedly, helping Blackburn ride out Portsmouth pressure and keep the game within reach.

Then, deep into added time, he attacked Ryoya Morishita's inviting cross and guided his header into the bottom corner. It was a centre-back's goal born of timing and conviction.

He finished with eight clearances, seven recoveries and one shot on target, the key attempt that changed the result. His two touches in the box underlined how he joined late attacks without compromising defensive duty.

Because Blackburn held their width and delivered from advanced areas, Carter could arrive on the blind side and attack aerially. His positioning unsettled Portsmouth at the death and ensured Blackburn claimed something from the tie.

Blackburn visit Oxford United next in the Championship. Portsmouth host Swansea City.