Portsmouth for life: How Fratton favourites Crouch, Merson, James, Burgess & Co celebrated League One title win

And, as a city celebrated, so did many, many former Blues favourites who continue to enjoy an unbreakable bond with the club they represented with such distinction.

In the joyous aftermath, they posted their congratulations on X, formerly known as Twitter, as did former head coach Danny Cowley.

And here are their messages of love and support...