Bolton Wanderers delayed the promotion party by a couple of days by holding the Blues to a draw at the Toughsheet Community Stadium, but now Portsmouth are this evening playing their rearranged fixture with Barnsley knowing exactly what is expected of them. A draw would secure promotion whilst a win would see them crowned the champions of the division.
Our photographer Sarah Standing captured these images before kick off:
1. Portsmouth FC v Barnsley
Excitement - and nerves - at Fratton Park ahead of the game Photo: The News
2. Portsmouth FC v Barnsley
Fans in and out of the ground at Fratton Park as they prepare for the match between Portsmouth FC v Barnsley on Tuesday, April 16, 2024.Picture: Sarah Standing (160424-7342) Photo: Sarah Standing
3. Portsmouth FC v Barnsley
Pictured is: Alan Smerdon-Corp and his son Arlo (7).Picture: Sarah Standing (160424-7327) Photo: Sarah Standing
4. Portsmouth FC v Barnsley
Blue Army!Picture: Sarah Standing (160424-7337) Photo: Sarah Standing