Indeed, the noise generated by the 1,986 Blues supporters in a Portman Road crowd attendance of 25,500 filled the head coach with pride as he thanked them for their unwavering support and their continued commitment just days after a midweek trip to Crewe.
He said: ‘I thought our supporters were incredible today.
‘Unbelievable noise and unbelievable support for a group that I think they see give everything.’
And the fans’ contribution to today’s goalless draw at the big-spending Tractor Boys didn’t go unnoticed by The News either, as our photographer Malcolm Bryce captured some marvellous images from the away end.
Here’s 13 pictures he took before kick-off and in between play today.
Hopefully, you can spot yourself in the crowd.
1. Pompey fans at Portman Road
Portsmouth fans in the away end before today's game at Portman Road Photo: Malcolm Bryce
2. Pompey fans at Portman Road
This young Pompey fan gets pitch side looking for a few autographs Photo: Malcolm Bryce
3. Pompey fans at Portman Road
Pompey fans start filling up the away end at Portman Road before kick-off Photo: Malcolm Bryce
4. Pompey fans at Portman Road
These Pompey fans make their presence felt before kick-off Photo: Malcolm Bryce