Alan McLoughlin

From left to right: Adam Webster, Conor Chaplin, Dan Butler and Ben Close are some of the academy successes from Andy Awford's period overseeing the set-up.

'Thought it was normal’: Awford reveals secret of academy success

5 Pompey legends could be coming back to Fratton

The Pompey legends who could be making exciting Fratton returns

Tyler Walker (far right - wearing number 9) and George Hirst (far left - wearing number 19) played together for the first time at AFC WImbledon. Their fathers were Sheffield Wednesday team-mates 25 years earlier. Picture: Nigel Keene/ProSportsImages

Sons of legendary Sheffield Wednesday team-mates unite at Pompey 25 years later

A signed Paul Merson shirt - owned by Paul Sexstone, who's among those to vote Merse their favourite Pompey midfielder of all-time

Paul Merson is your (unofficial) favourite Pompey midfielder of all-time

Gary O'Neil

Pompey midfielders vote: Semi-final draw revealed

Kev McCormack with the Checkatrade Trophy following Pompey's Wembley win over Sunderland in March 2019. Picture: Joe Pepler

Kev McCormack: Macca's death was wake-up call. My family must come before Pompey

Ben Close celebrates the Checkatrade Trophy win in 2019.

It’s what Macca would’ve wanted - Pompey midfielder on leaving hometown club

Former Pompey favourite Alan McLoughlin

Wembley-bound Mark Stimson using former Pompey room-mate Alan McLoughlin as insp...

Ben Close and his Pompey team-mates pay tribute to Alan McLoughlin ahead of Sunday's match against Accrington. Picture: Joe Pepler

'As a coach he was really good, as a person even better' - Close on Pompey great

Pompey hero Alan McLoughlin

In the presence of greatness - the man who made all our Portsmouth lives better

Pompey legend Alan McLoughlin

Pompey players past and present pay respects to legend Alan McLoughlin

Alan McLoughlin during his Pompey playing days.

Knight pays tribute to 'genuine' Macca who was adored by Pompey fans

Alan McLoughlin pictured celebrating with his Pompey team-mates after netting the match winner against Nottingham Forest in the FA Cup in March 1992

Pompey mourn passing of Alan McLoughlin

Alan McLoughlin with his award after being inducted into the Pompey Hall of Fame in 2011. Picture: Picture: Ian Hargreaves

Pompey fans mourn legend Macca and share favourite memories of the great

A flag of Alan McLoughlin was present at the County Ground for Pompey's trip to Swindon. Picture: Jason Brown

Close sends classy message to Pompey legend during cancer battle

Alan McLoughlin

Portsmouth hall of famer reveals ongoing cancer battle

Pompey great Alan McLoughlin has detailed his ongoing cancer battle.

Jordan Cross

Pompey players at Wembley on Saturday

An open letter to the players of Portsmouth Football Club

John Marquis celebrates Pompey's 1-0 win at Fleetwood. Picture: Daniel Chesterton/phcimages.com

Former Portsmouth midfielder believes striker needs to improve goal ratio - but ...

Lee Bradbury is currently assistant head coach to John Yems at Crawley, who conquered Leeds on Sunday. Picture: Steve Robards

Ex-Pompey man inflicts more misery on Leeds - 24 years later

Former Bournemouth defender Charlie Daniels. Picture: Mike Hewitt/Getty Images

Former Bournemouth favourite backed to make Pompey switch from Shrewsbury

Rasmus Nicolaisen was substituted at half-time in Pompey's 2-1FA Cup defeat at Bristol City. PictureL Graham Hunt

Ex-Pompey ace backs ruthless decision to substitute defender at Bristol City

Blackpool boss Neil Critchley. Picture: Charlotte Tattersall/Getty Images

Pompey warned 'tough week' lies ahead despite opponents' frailties

King's Lynn's Adam Marriott can find no way through Pompey - and it was a familiar fate for his team-mates in a 6-1 defeat at Fratton Park. Picture: Kieran Cleeves

Pompey 6 King's Lynn 1: Neil Allen's Verdict

Gareth Evans scores from the penalty spot against Stevenage on Saturday. Picture: Jason Brown

Evans claims remarkable Pompey feat

The Pompey players will have been relieved at the final whistle. Picture: Jason Brown

Ex-midfielder praises Pompey attitude but predicts 'difficult season' lies ahead

Gareth Evans will become only the third Pompey player during the 21st Century to reach 200 games if he features at AFC Wimbledon on Saturday. Picture: Graham Hunt

Two players in the 21st Century claim Portsmouth landmark - now Gareth Evans is ...

Gareth Evans will become only the third Pompey player during the 21st Century to reach 200 games if he features at AFC Wimbledon on Saturday. Picture: Graham Hunt

Two players in the 21st Century claim Pompey landmark - now Evans is ready to jo...

Gareth Evans is poised to hit the 200-game landmark for Pompey on Saturday.

Neil Allen

Former Pompey defender Jon Gittens PICTURE:MARCUS MINGINS

Pompey mourn the death of Jon Gittens

Former Pompey defender Jon Gittens PICTURE:MARCUS MINGINS

Portsmouth FC mourn the death of Jon Gittens

Gareth Evans celebrates his 12th goal of the season, following a successful penalty against Bradford. Picture: Joe Pepler

Gareth Evans claims remarkable 23-year scoring-high for Portsmouth

Alan McLoughlin celebrates Republic of Ireland reaching the 1994 World Cup after their 1-1 draw with Northern Ireland.

Republic of Ireland FA issue apology to former Portsmouth midfielderÂ

Pompey fans gather in the Praca de Santiago 10 years ago - ahead of the Guimaraes clash. Picture: Steve Reid

When Guimaraes' square entered Portsmouth folklore

Iain McInnes and Kyle Bennett with the mike at the Southsea Common celebrations. Picture: Joe Pepler

When the people of Pompey can say it better than any journo

Pompey Academy midfielder Dan Smith Picture: Neil Marshall

Pompey Academy show character to beat Macca's Robins

Alan McLoughlin action for Pompey against Bristol City in 1993

Pompey's record breakers long since forgotten

Gary Roberts opened the scoring for Pompey against Bournemouth. Picture: Joe Pepler

Pompey 3 Bournemouth 3 '“ Neil Allen's match report

Alan McLoughlin watching his benefit game from the stands. Picture: Joe Pepler

Macca: Thanks for a memorable Pompey occasion

Danny Rose made his Fratton Park debut in today's draw with Bournemouth Picture: Joe Pepler

Cook pleased with Pompey display

Michael Smith, right, is congratulated for his goal in the 3-3 draw with Bournemouth Picture: Joe Pepler

May secures draw in six-goal thriller

Pompey defender Jack Whatmough Picture: Joe Pepler

Whatmough eyes Pompey starting role

Alan McLoughlin at Fratton Park this week. Picture: Neil Allen

Video: Alan McLoughlin on his Pompey benefit

Danny Rose in pre-season action for Pompey against the Hawks Picture: Joe Pepler

Rose: Team spirit key to Pompey promotion

Alan McLoughlin Picture: Joe Pepler

Macca's pride at Pompey Academy legacy

Crispin Harwood, left, and Alan McLoughlin with the Ireland shirt.

Ex-Pompey star Macca gives shirt to Pepe fund

Former Pompey player and coach Alan McLoughlin Picture: Joe Pepler

'˜Embarrassed' McLoughlin touched by Pompey gesture

Alan McLoughlin. Picture: Neil Allen

Pompey hero: I'll watch my benefit game from the Fratton end

Alan McLoughlin, right, and his Pompey team-mates celebrate defeating Nottingham Forest in the 1992 FA Cup

Macca: My five favourite Pompey games

Former Pompey player Alan McLoughlin

Macca delights at chance to say his Blues goodbyes

Alan McLoughlin

Macca's thanks to Bournemouth for Blues benefit game

Former Pompey player Alan McLoughlin, right

Cherries picked as Pompey pre-season is completed

Alan McLoughlin, right, celebrates after firing Pompey to the 1991-92 FA Cup semi-finals

Alan McLoughlin: The Big Interview

Fom left: Simon Parker from Hendy Group, Tim Ward from Black Horse, Steve Swash and Jeff Stelling

Accolades for Hendy sales staff

Guy Whittingham, left, and Andy Awford, right.

Awford applauds anniversary of Whittingham appointment

Liam Triggs will continue his Pompey development against Gosport Borough tonight at Privett Park

Young Blues set for Gosport test

Guy Whittingham takes Pompey training yesterday Picture: Allan Hutchings

Guy calls for calm amid Pompey expectations