Did they play for Portsmouth? Twenty five forgotten players - including ex West Ham, Manchester United, Birmingham City, Tottenham Hotspur and Derby County favourites in action

Some are legends, with their deeds in royal blue etched in the Pompey hall of fame.

While others, well, maybe their time at Fratton Park isn’t remembered so readily.

We’ve delved into our archives for pictures of those many are left surprised actually played for this football club. How many can you remember?

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