Mark O’Mahony’s second goal in consecutive games was cancelled by substitute Louie Sibley in the 72nd minute as the match finished in a disappointing 1-1 draw.
However, Pompey will be ruining Elias Soresen’s missed penalty on three minutes, which denied the chance of a crucial early goal – and here are our player ratings...

9. Christian Saydee - 7
(Replaced by Matt Ritchie on 85 mins) Earned a penalty before three minutes were on the clock when Vaulks handled as he made a pest of himself. Gave Pompey a bit of physicality and thrust from the number 10 role with some decent moments. Photo: Jason Brown

10. Josh Murphy - 8 - MOM
Wonderful ball in from the left which was headed home by O’Marney for the opener. One deflected effort brought a great save from the keeper. Such a great player to watch in full flow and already clearly one of the best of the summer signings, Photo: Jason Brown

11. Mark O'Mahony - 8
(Replaced by Harvey Blair on 79 mins) Lovely headed finish from Murphy’s cross, getting ahead of Brown to net in consecutive games. When actually presented with the ball inside the box, he looks a threat, and had another goal-bound effort cleared. While always a willing runner outside it. Encouraging start to his Blues career. Photo: Jason Brown

12. Portsmouth Regan Poole (5) during the EFL Sky Bet Championship match between Portsmouth and Oxford United at Fratton Park, Portsmouth, England on 5 October 2024.
Regan Poole brings the ball under control against Oxford United. Picture: Jason Brown/ProSportsImages Photo: Jason Brown