The inspirational Josh Murphy scored one and then set up Matt Ritchie for the other in a 2-1 success over an in-form QPR.
The victory wasn’t without it cost, mind, with injuries to Rob Atkinson, Isaac Hayden and Zak Swanson, while Hayden Matthews had to be helped off the pitch at the end having stayed on with no more subs available.
Still, John Mousinho’s men are now nine points clear of the drop and their rejuvenation continues at pace. Here are our player ratings...
16. Colby Bishop (9) of Portsmouth heads a shot at goal which is saved by Ben Hamer (29) of Queens Park Rangers during the EFL Sky Bet Championship match between Portsmouth and Queens Park Rangers at Fratton Park, Portsmouth, UK on 26 December 2025.
Colby Bishop produces a headed effort on QPR's goal. Picture: Graham Hunt/ProSportsImages Photo: Graham Hunt
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