Portsmouth into EFL Trophy second round after Norwich under-21s defeat Crawley

Pompey have secured a place in the second round of the EFL Trophy.
Pompey celebrate their EFL Trophy at Wembley. Picture: Joe PeplerPompey celebrate their EFL Trophy at Wembley. Picture: Joe Pepler
Pompey celebrate their EFL Trophy at Wembley. Picture: Joe Pepler

The Blues’ qualification from Southern Group B and berth in the knockout stages has been confirmed after tonight’s round of fixtures.

Norwich under-21s’ 2-1 victory at Crawley means that neither of the clubs can mathematically catch Pompey.

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The Canaries collected just three points from their three games, while the Reds have zero points from two matches.

Kenny Jackett’s side are on six points, after defeating Norwich 3-1 and Crawley 1-0 respectively.

Pompey will secure top spot – and a home tie in the last 32 – if they beat Oxford at the Kassam Stadium on Tuesday, October 8.

The Blues are aiming to retain their title after beating Sunderland on penalties at Wembley in March.

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