Table-topping Pompey maintained their promotion drive, yet didn’t have it all their own way against Port Vale.
The Blues started poorly and were fortunate to get to half-time goalless, with the visitors hitting the post and wasting several great opportunities.
However, they stepped up their game considerably after the break, with man-of-the-match Colby Bishop scoring twice in five minutes to secure a 2-0 victory.
Key part in the opener with another excellent cross from the left. Has clearly tightened up defensively and, coupled with his attacking quality, now created quite some competition at left-back. Photo: Jason Brown
Needed to step up in absences of Pack and Robertson - and the new skipper did just that with another strong display. Snapped and snarled but also so important to dictating Pompey’s play. Enjoying a fine season. Photo: Jason Brown
Handed his Pompey league debut and struggled to stamp his mark on the match in the first half, perhaps understandable. But grew into the match, not afraid to put his foot in, while has a calming presence on the ball. Photo: Jason Brown
(Replaced by Kusini Yengi on 90 mins) Already such a huge favourite early in his Pompey career. Had little goal-scoring opportunities but it’s his power and strength which shines. Good return to the team and never lets opponents rest easy. Photo: Joe Dent