After four successive draws, Joe Pigott climbed off the bench to head home Michael Jacobs’ right-wing cross in the 75th minute to earn a 1-0 victory over Accrington.
It was a flat occasion, with frustration audible among the Fratton faithful, and here are our Pompey on-the-whistle player ratings…..
17. Sean Raggett
(Replaced Paddy Lane on 90 minutes) Photo: NationalWorld
18. Portsmouth defender Di'Shion Bernard during the EFL Sky Bet League 1 match between Portsmouth and Accrington Stanley at Fratton Park, Portsmouth, England on 22 April 2023.
Di'Shon Bernard takes control of the situation against Accrington this afternoon. Picture: Jason Brown/ProSportsImages Photo: Jason Brown