Portsmouth boss Kenny Jackett again up for monthly prize - and joined by striker

And the Pompey boss is joined on the EFL’s shortlist for a monthly prize by John Marquis, who is vying for the player of the month prize.

Jackett missed out on the gong in October to Peterborough boss Darren Ferguson.

But the Blues' continued fine form has yet again thurst the 58-year-old into the reckoning for November.

Pompey went unbeaten in their four league fixtures last month. There were wins over Lincoln and Crewe, along with draws against Plymouth and Oxford.

The Blues also defeated third-tier rivals Ipswich and non-league King's Lynn in the FA Cup.

Jackett's up for the prize along with Accrington manager John Coleman, Gillingham boss Steve Evans and Grant McCann, who's guided Hull to the summit of the table.

It's not a big surprise that Marquis has been shortlisted for the player award after continuing his prolific run in front of goal.

The ex-Doncaster striker scored four times in as many league matches. They included a double in the 3-0 triumph at Lincoln, a penalty at Plymouth and a header in the 4-1 victory over Crewe.

Fleetwood midfielder Callum Camps, Hull defender Josh Emmanuel and Accington keeper Toby Savin are also in the running.