Danny Cowley’s side extended their unbeaten league run to eight games with the stalemate but will feel they missed a chance to get one over a promotion rival after Massimo Luongo was sent off for a second-half foul on Ronan Curtis.
Pompey turned the screw on the visitors as they went in search of a late winner, but they were unable to get the better of a resilient Wednesday defence and an inspired performance from keeper Bailey Peacock-Farrell, who denied George Hirst, Ronan Curtis (twice) and Reeco Hackett over the course of the 90 minutes.
Here’s how our chief sports writer rated the Blues players’ individual performances…
. Portsmouth midfielder Ronan Curtis is fouled during the EFL Sky Bet League 1 match between Portsmouth and Sheffield Wednesday at Fratton Park, Portsmouth, England on 7 December 2021.
Pompey played the last 21 minutes with an extra man advantage after Massimo Luongo saw red for a foul on Ronan Curtis Photo: Jason Brown
. Gavin Bazunu - 8
Such a class act. Even when not challenged remains in such control. Photo: The News
. Kieron Freeman - 8
Always willing to push up from back three to add more attacking impetus. Photo: The News
1. Gavin Bazunu - 8
Such a class act. Even when not challenged remains in such control. Photo: The News
2. Kieron Freeman - 8
Always willing to push up from back three to add more attacking impetus. Photo: The News
4. Connor Ogilvie - 8
Gobbled up every ball in his direction and also got involved in build-up play. Photo: The News