RECAP: Burton Albion 2-1 Portsmouth: Pompey's winless run extends to eight games in all competitions

Burton v PompeyBurton v Pompey
Burton v Pompey
RECAP: Burton Albion 2-1 Portsmouth: Pompey's winless run extends to eight games in all competitions

Pompey are still waiting for their first win since August as they fall to defeat at the Pirelli Stadium

Reeco Hackett-Fairchild’s free-kick unfortunately couldn’t spark a Blues fight back as Danny Cowley’s side found themselves two-goals down after 60 minutes.

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Key Events

  • Pompey are now winless in eight games in all competitions
  • Reeco Hackett-Fairchild’s free-kick couldn’t spark a Blues comeback

First-half action from the Pirelli

32: Tom O’Connor gives the hosts the lead. It’s a nightmare for Lee Brown as he concedes possession to Jimmy Smith, who works the ball to O’Connor who impressively beats Bazunu from outside the box.

30: Another wasted opportunity from a Pompey free-kick as Curtis fires over the Burton goal, this time

Ronan Curtis ranked as Pompey's highest performer in a disappointing afternoon at Fratton Park Photograph: PinPep Media / Joe PeplerRonan Curtis ranked as Pompey's highest performer in a disappointing afternoon at Fratton Park Photograph: PinPep Media / Joe Pepler
Ronan Curtis ranked as Pompey's highest performer in a disappointing afternoon at Fratton Park Photograph: PinPep Media / Joe Pepler

26: After Curtis was pulled down on the edge of the box, Harness stepped up to take the free-kick but saw his effort bounce back off the Burton wall

23: Both teams are still searching for dominance at the Pirelli stadium but Harness did well to drive into the box before his lofted cross was collected by Garratt

17: Romeo collects the ball on the right hand side, and does well to cut inside before unleashing a powerful effort just wide

Mahlon Romeo was Josh Sweetman's choice for Pompey's man of the match against Cambridge United. Picture: Joe PeplerMahlon Romeo was Josh Sweetman's choice for Pompey's man of the match against Cambridge United. Picture: Joe Pepler
Mahlon Romeo was Josh Sweetman's choice for Pompey's man of the match against Cambridge United. Picture: Joe Pepler

Marquis header saved

14: Romeo whips an inviting ball into the box before Marquis directs a powerful header towards goal that Garratt does well to hold

John Marquis of Portsmouth FC clapping in honour of Sophie Fairall during the Sky Bet League One match between Portsmouth and Plymouth Argyle at Fratton Park on September 21, 2021.John Marquis of Portsmouth FC clapping in honour of Sophie Fairall during the Sky Bet League One match between Portsmouth and Plymouth Argyle at Fratton Park on September 21, 2021.
John Marquis of Portsmouth FC clapping in honour of Sophie Fairall during the Sky Bet League One match between Portsmouth and Plymouth Argyle at Fratton Park on September 21, 2021.

12: Daniel Jebbison finds space in the box before he sees his low effort blocked by Kieron Freeman before the former Sheffield United man leaps up to block his rebounded effort.

Kieron Freeman offered his honest assessment after the draw with Plymouth Argyle at Fratton Park ophotograph: Jason Brown/ProSportsImagesKieron Freeman offered his honest assessment after the draw with Plymouth Argyle at Fratton Park ophotograph: Jason Brown/ProSportsImages
Kieron Freeman offered his honest assessment after the draw with Plymouth Argyle at Fratton Park ophotograph: Jason Brown/ProSportsImages

11: Both teams are looking quick on attacking transitions, but Burton have the latest chance as Jonny Smith’s speculative volley bounces wide of the goal

9: With the Blues looking to progress up the pitch, Harness produces a double ‘Cruyff’ turn to evade the oncoming midfielder before he tees up Lee Brown who over hit his pass to Curtis

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