Shrewsbury could well feel hard done-by to be held to a 1-1 draw, having deservedly taken the lead through Rob Street in the second half, before reduced to 10-men following Tom Flanagan’s dismissal.
Pompey may have avoided defeat, yet few can emerge from the encounter with any credit whatsoever, as the season limps towards its frustrating finish – and here are our player ratings...
1. Goal, Portsmouth forward Abu Kamara (25) scores, Shrewsbury Town 0-1 Portsmouth during the EFL Sky Bet League 1 match between Shrewsbury Town and Portsmouth at Montgomery Waters Meadow, Shrewsbury, England on 16 December 2023.
Abu Kamara gives Pompey the lead against Shrewsbury on the stroke of half-time. Picture: Jason Brown/ProSportsImages Photo: Jason Brown
2. Will Norris - 7
Dealt with several shots from outside the box very effectively, albeit all straight at him, otherwise a quiet afternoon for the keeper. Photo: Jason Brown
3. Joe Rafferty - 7
Put several crosses in from the right during the first half, but concentrated on keeping the right flank tight and feeding Kamara in front. Photo: Jason Brown
4. Sean Raggett - 7
Very comfortable afternoon, in complete control and distributed the ball simply and accurately. Photo: Jason Brown