The Blues made XI changes to the side that beat Ipswich in the FA Cup on Saturday, handing debuts to youngsters Harry Kavanagh, Charlie Bell and Alfie Stanley for the Southern Group A game.
Yet the team was unable to extend Pompey’s unbeaten run in the competition, which dates back to January 2018, with the Hammers’ Kai Corbett scoring the only goal of the game.
. PORTSMOUTH, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 10: Emmanuel Longelo of West Ham United and Harry Kavanagh of Portsmouth FC during the EFL Trophy Southern Group A match between Portsmouth and West Ham United u21 at Fratton Park on November 10, 2020 in Portsmouth, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Robin Jones/Getty Images)
Pompey boss Kenny Jackett named a youthful side for tonight's visit of West Ham U21s in the Papa John's Trophy. Pictures: Robin Jones Photo: Robin Jones
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