Conor Shaughnessy struck late on as Portsmouth secured the League One title and promotion to the Championship with a 3-2 win over Barnsley. Pompey knew one point would return them to the second tier following a 12-year absence, but they were up against it after Devante Cole and John McAtee scored for the play-off chasing Tykes either side of Kusini Yengi’s equaliser. However, the hosts got the job done courtesy of Colby Bishop’s 83rd-minute penalty and Shaughnessy’s last-gasp effort.
The victory led to scenes of joy from delighted and relieved fans, many of whom stormed the pitch in celebration at the final whistle.
Our photographer Sarah Standing captured these images:
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Fans were thrilledPicture: Sarah Standing (160424-7640) Photo: Sarah Standing
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It was a tense gamePicture: Sarah Standing (160424-7637) Photo: Sarah Standing
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Out pouring of emotions at Fratton ParkPicture: Sarah Standing (160424-7629) Photo: Sarah Standing
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Players celebrate with fansPicture: Sarah Standing (160424-7600) Photo: Sarah Standing