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Portsmouth
Deepdale 15/3/2025 1500 hrs

When the two clubs met in November I think it was only their second win of the season, they have now have more wins than we do.

https://www.portsmouthfc.co.uk/

MANAGER



FORM





PNE 4 PORTSMOUTH 11

Pompey have had an odd week, excellent beating Marching All Together, whilst losing the Dockyard derby

The Fitness Test
Paul Heckingbottom will provide a team news update in his pre-match press conference.

Pompey



In their first season back in the Championship, Portsmouth have pushed themselves away from the relegation zone in recent weeks, having won four of their previous six matches.

Their victory over PNE in the reverse fixture in November kickstarted a remarkable run of form at Fratton Park, going on to win eight of their next 11 matches on home turf.

Former North End midfielder John Mousinho will be hoping his side can improve on their performances on the road, though, having only picked up two away victories this season.

The Officials

Referee: Tony Harrington
Assistant Referees: Matthew Wilkes and Darren Williams
Fourth Official: Will Finnie

Premier League official Tony Harrington will take charge of his first PNE fixture since February 2024.

That was a 2-1 victory over Middlesbrough, on a night where the club paid tribute to Sir Tom Finney on the tenth anniversary of his passing.

So far this season, Harrington has shown 83 yellow cards and four reds in 19 matches.


MACS VIEW

Interesting game against a Pompey side who after a slow start have guided their way to a position which does suggest a second seasonn at this level. One of our crapper performances down their, be nice to finish before the well earned international break with a win, won't be easy.