And in that period there were some incredible days to savour – so here, in no particular order, are the matches you named as your favourites from the Blues’ Premier League era.
5. Pompey 4 Bolton 0
Things get better and better as Pompey go top of the Premier League with a Teddy Sheringham hat-trick | JPIMedia Photo: Steve Reid
6. Fulham 1 Pompey 3 2006
The Great Escape continues at Craven Cottage | JPIMedia Photo: MSJ
7. Pompey 6 Leeds 1 2003
Leeds are put to the sword in an early Premier League high. | JPIMedia Photo: Mike Hewitt
8. West Ham 2 Pompey 4
A complete performance on the road and the Great Escape is becoming a reality | JPIMedia Photo: Steve Wake
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