'Showed strikers how to be clinical.... another frustrating game for youngster' - Neil Allen's Portsmouth match ratings from 3-2 win at Exeter in Papa John's Trophy

Substitute Ronan Curtis was Pompey’s two-goal hero as he helped the Blues dramatically book their place in the last 16 of the Papa John’s Trophy.

Here’s how our chief sports writer Neil Allen rated the performance as the Fratton Park side came from behind to snatch a late 3-2 win at St James Park.

1. Alex Bass - 7

Unfortunate to be beaten by deflected shot for Exeter’s second goal. Photo: JPIMedia

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2. Kieron Freeman - 6

Dug in defensively, but too many misplaced passes, especially first half. Photo: The News

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3. Sean Raggett - 7

As consistent as ever and rarely beaten in the air or on the floor. Photo: The News

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4. Connor Ogilvie - 7

Cannot be faulted, used usual tenacity and aggression to good effect. Photo: The News

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