Charlton boss Lee Bowyer fancies Portsmouth to overturn Sunderland’s advantage and book place at Wembley

That’s despite the Black Cats seizing the early initiative from the first leg, which they won 1-0 at the Stadium of Light on Saturday.

The return leg at Fratton Park takes place on Thursday (7.45pm).

And Bowyer, who saw his side secure a 2-1 win at Doncaster Rovers in their semi-final first leg match, believes Kenny Jackett’s side will have enough to overcome the deficit and book a place in the final at Wembley on Sunday, May 26.

Speaking to londonewsonline.co.uk. the Addicks boss said:‘I watched the other game.

‘I was a bit disappointed. It wasn’t the best game, was it?

‘It’s two teams slogging it out, a bit of a battle. But I’ve got to say I’d fancy Portsmouth now.

‘I’ll go to the game, I’ll be at the game Thursday.’