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Beattie’s quick off the mark as Pompey Women beat Bournemouth

Victory sees Jay Sadler’s side move up to third in the FA Women's National League South table…

Portsmouth News

Published: Thursday, 29 October 2026 at 10:53 AM

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Kerry Beattie scored in the opening minute as Portsmouth Women defeated Bournemouth 1-0.
The victory lifted manager Jay Sadler's side up to third in the FA Women's National League South.
Both teams hit the crossbar twice in an eventful encounter at the Bob Lucas Stadium.

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Portsmouth Women secured a 1-0 victory over Bournemouth at the Bob Lucas Stadium in Weymouth, lifting Jay Sadler's side to third in the FA Women's National League South table. Kerry Beattie netted the decisive goal just 30 seconds into the contest, capitalizing on a loose ball inside the penalty area after Reanna Blades' delivery.

Both teams repeatedly struck the woodwork during the match, with Katie Wilson, Jenna Markham, Elena Cole, and Alisha Ware all hitting the frame of the goal. Portsmouth withstood late pressure from Bournemouth, who missed key chances through Issy Bryant, to secure the win and leapfrog their opponents in the league standings.

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