Portsmouth draw Havant & Waterlooville in Hampshire Senior Cup second round

Pompey have been drawn against reigning-champions the Hawks in the second round of the Hampshire Senior Cup.
By Will Rooney
Published 12th Jul 2019, 15:28 BST
Updated 16th Jul 2019, 12:17 BST
Matt Casey in action for Pompey against the Hawks' Alfie Rutherford. Picture: Neil MarshallMatt Casey in action for Pompey against the Hawks' Alfie Rutherford. Picture: Neil Marshall
Matt Casey in action for Pompey against the Hawks' Alfie Rutherford. Picture: Neil Marshall

The Blues’ reserves will travel to Westleigh Park in the county competition the week commencing September 16.

They’ve been given a bye in the opening stage.

It’s a tricky draw for Pompey, with the Hawks clinching the silverware for the past two seasons.

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They delivered a 2-1 success over Basingstoke Town in the final in April shortly after manager Lee Bradbury had departed by mutual consent.

The Blues also go to Westleigh Park for a pre-season friendly tomorrow (3pm).

Pompey disappointed in their return competing in the Hampshire Senior Cup last term.

A side made up fully of academy players fell to a 2-1 defeat against Wessex League premier division side Andover New Street.

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