'On the periphery far too much... still struggling to sparkle' - Neil Allen's Portsmouth match ratings from 1-0 loss at MK Dons

Check out Neil Allen’s Pompey match ratings as the Blues suffered a 1-0 loss at MK Dons.

By Mark McMahon and Neil Allen

Published 11th Sep 2021, 17:10 BST

Updated 11th Sep 2021, 17:26 BST

The defeat – Pompey’s second in a row in League One – sees them drop to 12th in the table and go three League One games without a league goal.

Here’s how our chief sports reporter saw the game as the Blues recorded yet another blank in front of goal…

1. Gavin Bazunu - 9

Magnificent first half kept Dons at bay, but was eventually beaten. Photo: JPiMedia

(Replaced by Mahlon Romeo on 58 minutes): Was unhappy over his substitution and had done okay up to removal. Photo: JPIMedia

Another good display from a player who has started the season well. Photo: JPIMedia

Calm and composed, generally handling Parrott well. Photo: JPIMedia