Ben Close celebrates scoring Picture: Barry ZeeBen Close celebrates scoring Picture: Barry Zee
Ben Close celebrates scoring Picture: Barry Zee

Home debut to savour... buzzed around: Jordan Cross' Portsmouth match ratings from win against Birmingham

Check out Jordan Cross’ player ratings from Pompey’s 3-0 win against Birmingham in the Carabao Cup.

Ellis Harrison scored a double against the Championship outfit on his full Blues debut, with Ben Close firing home from 20 yards on his return to the starting XI.

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