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...
. Portsmouth midfielder Joe Pigott shoots during the EFL Sky Bet League 1 match between Shrewsbury Town and Portsmouth at Montgomery Waters Meadow, Shrewsbury, England on 15 April 2023.
Joe Pigott fires in a first-half shot on his return to John Mousinho's line up at Shrewsbury. Picture: Jason Brown/ProSportsImages Photo: Jason Brown
. Matt Macey - 7 - MOM
Is the only player who can come out of the match and hold his head high. One decent first-half save and good second-half block. His team-mates were poor - not the keeper. Photo: None
. Joe Rafferty - 6
Put in a couple of balls from the right, but couldn’t establish a threatening relationship with Dale down that flank. Defensively solid during the match, as ever. Photo: National World
. Sean Raggett - 5
Loose pass led to the attack which provided Shrewsbury’s goal. Otherwise comfortable at the back and in control. Pompey’s issues were undoubtedly further up the pitch. Photo: NationalWorld
. Clark Robertson - 6
(Replaced by Di'Shon Bernard on 90 minutes) The pick of the defence, while his diagonal passing once again a useful outlet. Pompey’s defending wasn’t the issue and he was solid throughout. Photo: National World
. Connor Ogilvie - 6
Back in the side after injury and Mr Reliable at least showed some consistency with his performance. It was his far-post head which was turned home by Pack for the leveller. Photo: National World
. Portsmouth forward Colby Bishop during the EFL Sky Bet League 1 match between Shrewsbury Town and Portsmouth at Montgomery Waters Meadow, Shrewsbury, England on 15 April 2023.
Leading scorer Colby Bishop in the action against Shrewsbury. Picture: Jason Brown/ProSportsImages Photo: Jason Brown
