Awful defending from two set-pieces saw John Mousinho’s men enter half-time 2-0 down and they rarely looked like finding a way back.
There was even a missed penalty from Colby Bishop in the 80th minute, after substitute Florian Bianchini had won it.
Then, out of nowhere, Adrian Segecic scored a cracker from outside the box and, coupled with 10 minutes of time added-on, a rejuvenated Blues set about trying to find an equaliser.
Connor Ogilvie was booked for simulation amid appears for a penalty, which John Swift struck the bar, yet there was to be no equaliser as they lost 2-1.
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13. Portsmouth FC defender Regan Poole has his shot saved byNorwich City goalkeeper Vladan KovaÄceviÄa during the EFL Sky Bet Championship match between Portsmouth and Norwich City at Fratton Park, Portsmouth, England on 16 August 2025.
Regan Poole's first-half shot is superbly saved by Norwich keeper Vladan Kovacevic. Picture: Steve Bailey/ProSportsImages Photo: Steve Bailey
14. Florian Bianchini - 6
(Replaced Callum Lang on 57 mins) Won an 80th-minute penalty for Bishop with his bravery and caused plenty of problems for Norwich. Direct and positive, although crossing wasn't great - 6 Photo: Alun Roberts
15. Portsmouth FC midfielder Josh Murphy and Norwich City midfielder Marcelino Núñez during the EFL Sky Bet Championship match between Portsmouth and Norwich City at Fratton Park, Portsmouth, England on 16 August 2025.
Josh Murphy battles with Norwich's Marcelino Núñez in the first half at Fratton Park. Picture: Steve Bailey/ProSportsImages Photo: Steve Bailey
