Colby Bishop’s second-half goal settled the contest 1-0 in the Blues’ favour, yet it was far from a convincing display from John Mousinho’s men.
Cambridge had numerous opportunities and came to regret those missed chances, although there were some decent Pompey performances and here are our on-the-whistle ratings...
1. Portsmouth forward Owen Dale is tackled by Cambridge United midfielder Paul Digby and Cambridge United forward Jack Lankester during the EFL Sky Bet League 1 match between Cambridge United and Portsmouth at the Abbey Stadium, Cambridge, England on 4 March 2023.
Owen Dale tries to make things happen against Cambridge United. Picture: Jason Brown/ProSportsImages Photo: Jason Brown
2. Matt Macey - 7
Will be relieved Cambridge missed three glorious first-half chances when Pompey were struggling. Nonetheless, good positioning to deal with other chances and very solid. Photo: None
3. Joe Rafferty - 7
Not his usual standard on delivery, but wasn’t alone in awful Blues first half. Always wants to get in attacks, though, never goes hiding, and defensively so sound. Photo: National World
4. Sean Raggett - 8
Comfortably the pick of Pompey’s defenders and another towering display as his recent upturn in form continues. Won everything aerially and a great far-post block 15 minutes from time. Photo: NationalWorld