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Southampton v Portsmouth
- Sun 11 Oct12:00 kick-off
- 19in the Championship
- 8points from 7
- last five
Recent results
| Date | Match | Score | Competition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sat 19 Sep | Portsmouth v Blackburn | 2 – 2 | D | Championship |
| Sat 12 Sep | Charlton v Portsmouth | 0 – 0 | D | Championship |
| Sat 5 Sep | Portsmouth v Cardiff | 2 – 0 | W | Championship |
| Tue 1 Sep | Portsmouth v Derby County | 0 – 2 | L | Championship |
| Sat 29 Aug | Bristol City v Portsmouth | 2 – 1 | L | Championship |
| Sat 22 Aug | Lincoln City v Portsmouth | 1 – 3 | W | Championship |
Fixtures
| Date | Kick-off | Match | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun 11 Oct | 12:00 | Southampton v Portsmouth | Championship |
| Wed 14 Oct | 19:45 | Portsmouth v Sheffield Utd | Championship |
| Sat 17 Oct | 15:00 | Norwich v Portsmouth | Championship |
| Tue 20 Oct | 19:45 | Wolverhampton v Portsmouth | Championship |
| Sat 24 Oct | 12:30 | Portsmouth v Millwall | Championship |
| Sat 31 Oct | 15:00 | Burnley v Portsmouth | Championship |
Pompey tickets for Norwich match go on sale
Portsmouth FC will travel to Carrow Road to play Norwich on Saturday 17 October, 3pm. Tickets become available online from 5pm Tuesday 13 October and at the Anson Road office from 10am Friday 16 October, with a limit of five per transaction and one per Client ID.
Pompey Academy and Barnet Share 3-3 Draw
Pompey Academy led 2-0 after goals from Elisha Pfupa and a second strike, but Barnet equalised with two penalties before Brandon Downey converted a spot‑kick for the Blues. Barnet scored a late penalty to finish level, leaving both sides with one point.
Pompey Draw 2-2 with Blackburn at Fratton Park
Portsmouth secured a 2-2 draw in the Championship after conceding a late equaliser at Fratton Park. Zak Swanson opened the scoring for the home side, but Dapo Afolayan responded quickly for Blackburn. In the second half Ryoya Morishita put the visitors ahead, only for substitute Colby Bishop to level the scores for Pompey. Both teams shared the points after a closely contested match.
Pompey Women beat Real Bedford 2-0
Pompey Women extended their winning streak to five matches with a 2-0 victory over Real Bedford at The Ledger Stadium. Sofia Mallon opened the scoring before Zoe Barratt added the second. Changes included Georgie Freeland replacing Freya Jones, and substitute Esta Roberts coming on for the injured Amelia Hazard.
Bailey says Portsmouth on right track after draw
Odin Bailey claimed Portsmouth are progressing as they head into the season’s first international break following a 2-2 draw with Blackburn at Fratton Park. He noted mixed emotions over the point, frustration in the dressing room and the need to fine‑tune minor issues to improve further.
Portsmouth FC issues update on fixtures and memorial plans
Portsmouth Football Club thanked supporters after the Sky Bet Championship match at Fratton Park, highlighted the tribute to late Alan Knight and ongoing discussions about a permanent memorial. It referenced a player‑supporter incident under investigation, announced new signings, upcoming fixtures and the retirement of chief executive Clare Martin.
Pompey Draw 2-2 with Blackburn at Fratton Park
Pompey secured a 2-2 draw against Blackburn at Fratton Park after Colby Bishop scored his first goal of the season off the bench. Zak Swanson gave the hosts an early lead, but Dapo Afolayan and Ryoya Morishita equalised for Blackburn before Bishop restored the draw.
Pompey Draw 2-2 with Blackburn at Fratton Park
Portsmouth were levelled by Colby Bishop after Blackburn took an early second‑half lead at Fratton Park. Manager John Mousinho criticised the preventable goals and defensive lapses, while praising teenage forward Ryan Kavuma‑McQueen’s performance. He said the team must improve finishing and solidity on return from the international break.
Pompey Draw 2-2 with Blackburn at Fratton Park
Portsmouth secured a point against Blackburn Rovers in a 2-2 league draw at Fratton Park before the international break. Zak Swanson opened the scoring for the home side, but Dapo Afolayan equalised shortly after. In the second half Ryoya Morishita gave Blackburn the lead, only for substitute Colby Bishop to level the score by redirecting a shot from Ryan Kavuma-McQueen. Both teams shared the spoils as the match ended in a draw.
Pompey host Blackburn with FanZone activities
Portsmouth’s Fratton Park will host a Portsmouth versus Blackburn match on Saturday with a 3pm kick‑off. The FanZone opens at 12pm, offering food, drinks and entertainment, while the Victory Suite provides refreshments. Tickets remain available and the ticket exchange stays open until two hours before kick‑off.
Pompey+ offers match passes for Blackburn game
Portsmouth’s Pompey+ service now sells match passes for overseas fans to watch the Championship fixture against Blackburn at Fratton Park on Saturday, 3pm. Live audio and video coverage begins at 2.15pm, with a pre‑match show and fan interaction via WhatsApp.
Pompey host Blackburn ahead of international break
Portsmouth will host Blackburn at Fratton Park on Saturday at 3pm, aiming to secure seven points from three matches before the season's first international break. Blackburn sit in 16th place, one point behind Portsmouth, after a mixed start that included wins over Wolves and Middlesbrough but a recent four-game winless spell before beating Millwall. Both sides have several injuries, with Marko Milovanović doubtful for Portsmouth and multiple Blackburn players unavailable. The teams last met in December, with Portsmouth winning 2-1.
Two Portsmouth players receive international call‑ups
Ebou Adams has been selected for The Gambia’s Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, featuring matches against Somalia on 25 September and Ghana on 29 September. Ryan Kavuma‑McQueen, on loan from Chelsea, joins England’s under‑18 squad for the UEFA Friendship Cup in Switzerland, while Terry Devlin and Adrian Segečić have also been named for Northern Ireland and Croatia under‑21 squads respectively.
Mousinho aims for strong finish before international break
Portsmouth manager John Mousinho said the team must secure a positive result against Blackburn before the three‑week international pause. He highlighted the need to address defensive solidity, balance the front four and cope with injuries, aiming to return fit for the October 11 derby.
Pompey launches half‑time lottery for Blackburn match
Supporters can enter the Matchday Lottery online before kick‑off for Portsmouth's Championship game against Blackburn on Saturday. The winner will receive 50% of the cash pot after costs, with proceeds supporting the Pompey Academy. The winning number will be announced at half‑time.
Pompey Women to face Real Bedford in FA Women’s League
Pompey Women travel to Bedford for a 2pm match on Sunday, 20 September, currently fifth in the league with a game in hand. Real Bedford sit sixth after a mixed start, including a recent 2-0 loss to AFC Wimbledon. Both sides aim to improve their positions.
Pompey host Blackburn at Fratton Park on Saturday
Portsmouth will meet Blackburn in a Championship fixture at Fratton Park on Saturday, with kick-off scheduled for 3pm. Manager John Mousinho aims for a positive result ahead of the season's first international break. The sides last faced each other in December 2025, when Callum Lang levelled Yuki Ohashi's opening goal before Ibane Bowat secured a late winner. Remaining tickets are mainly for seats behind the goal in the Milton End.
Jacob Farrell Joins Sydney FC on Loan
Jacob Farrell, 23, has moved to A-League club Sydney FC on loan for the remainder of the 2026/27 season. The left-back, who joined Portsmouth from Central Coast Mariners in summer 2024 and made three appearances, previously spent a short spell at Western Sydney Wanderers. He is expected to feature for Sydney for the rest of the campaign.
Pompey Fans to Watch South Coast Derby at Fratton Park
Pompey supporters can view the south coast derby against St Mary's on Sunday 11 October at Fratton Park’s Victory Suite. Doors open at 11am, with pre‑match coverage from 11.30am and a 12pm kick‑off. Tickets cost £4.50, include a croissant, and are limited to one per Client ID.
Next Batch of Pompey Home Tickets to Go on Sale Soon
Tickets for Portsmouth FC's remaining 2026 Championship home games will be released shortly after the international break, with eight fixtures left at Fratton Park before year‑end. PO4 members receive priority access before tickets become available to the general public. To qualify for the priority window, memberships must be purchased by 11.59pm on Wednesday, September 16. Online purchases incur no booking fee, while phone or in‑person sales carry a £3 fee.
Season so far 2026/27
- Played7
- Won / drawn / lost2 / 2 / 3
- Goals for / against9 / 10
- Clean sheets2
- Failed to score2
- Home W/D/L1/1/2
- Away W/D/L1/1/1
- Best result3–1 v Lincoln City
- Current run2 draws in a row
Head to head: Southampton v Portsmouth
Last 2 meetings: Pompey won 0, drew 2, lost 0, 2 goals in total.
| Date | Match | Score | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Jan 2026 | Portsmouth v Southampton | 1 – 1 | Championship |
| 14 Sep 2025 | Southampton v Portsmouth | 0 – 0 | Championship |
Championship table 2026/27
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Swansea | 8 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 7 | 17 |
| 2 | West Ham | 8 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 11 | 15 |
| 3 | Middlesbrough | 8 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 15 |
| 4 | Wolverhampton | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 14 |
| 5 | West Brom | 8 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 14 |
| 6 | QPR | 8 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 13 |
| 7 | Stoke | 8 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 13 |
| 8 | Bristol City | 8 | 4 | 1 | 3 | -1 | 13 |
| 9 | Charlton | 8 | 3 | 3 | 2 | -3 | 12 |
| 10 | Birmingham | 8 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 11 |
| 11 | Millwall | 8 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 11 |
| 12 | Lincoln City | 8 | 3 | 2 | 3 | -1 | 11 |
| 13 | Southampton | 8 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 9 | 10 |
| 14 | Wrexham | 8 | 2 | 4 | 2 | -3 | 10 |
| 15 | Bolton | 8 | 3 | 1 | 4 | -4 | 10 |
| 16 | Blackburn | 8 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 9 |
| 17 | Norwich | 8 | 3 | 0 | 5 | -1 | 9 |
| 18 | Sheffield Utd | 8 | 2 | 3 | 3 | -2 | 9 |
| 19 | Portsmouth | 7 | 2 | 2 | 3 | -1 | 8 |
| 20 | Watford | 8 | 2 | 2 | 4 | -3 | 8 |
| 21 | Cardiff | 8 | 1 | 4 | 3 | -2 | 7 |
| 22 | Derby County | 8 | 1 | 2 | 5 | -7 | 5 |
| 23 | Preston NE | 8 | 1 | 1 | 6 | -7 | 4 |
| 24 | Burnley | 8 | 0 | 4 | 4 | -8 | 4 |
Pompey scorers this season
| Player | Goals | Assists | Penalties |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marko Milovanovic | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Terry Devlin | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Ryan Kavuma-McQueen | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Adrian Segecic | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Ebou Adams | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Squad
Goalkeeper
- –Ben Killip
- –Nicolas Schmid
- –Daniel Bielica
Defence
- –Conor Shaughnessy
- –Connor Ogilvie
- –Regan Poole
- –Terry Devlin
- –Zak Swanson
- –Jacob Farrell
- –Jayden Meghoma
- –Madiodio Dia
- –Benjamin Arthur
- –Michael Ani
- –Chinedu Agu
Midfield
- –Odin Bailey
- –John Swift
- –Marlon Pack
- –Ebou Adams
- –Luke le Roux
- –Márk Kosznovszky
- –Rocco Robert Shein
- –Iyad Mohamed
Attack
- –Josh Murphy
- –Keshi Anderson
- –Colby Bishop
- –Tyrese Shade
- –Marko Milovanovic
- –Harvey Blair
- –Adrian Segecic
- –Abu Kamara
- –Thomas Waddingham
- –Franco Umeh-Chibueze
- –Luke Brooke-Smith
- –Tayo Singerr
- –Nathaniel Chioma
- –Ryan Kavuma-McQueen
- –Eoin Kenny