A Josh Koroma brace, plus efforts from Ronan Curtis, Michael Jacobs and Reeco Hackett handed Danny Cowley’s much-changed side the victory.
Here’s how the Blues’ players performed on a comfortable night at Fratton Park.
5. Denver Hume - 8
(Replaced by Harvey Laidlaw on 82 minutes): Very encouraging. Put some good crosses in from the left and showed his natural attacking game and pace throughout. Photo: National World
6. Reeco Hackett - 8
Asked to play as a central striker and did well, capping a heartening display with a low shot from 25-yards which gave Pompey their fifth goal. Photo: NationalWord
7. Jay Mingi - 8
(Replaced by Brian Quarm on 82 minutes): Powerful in midfield and spent the second-half as a centre-back. Given good reception when substituted to show his value to the team. Photo: National World
8. Ryan Tunnicliffe - 8
Involved in two of the second half goals as he grew into the game and showed some nice touches. Photo: National World