Portsmouth beats Sheffield United 3-2 in Championship match
Summarised from 2 outlets · 3 reports · Updated 15 Oct, 13:02 · Archive
Portsmouth defeated Sheffield United 3-2 in a Championship match on Wednesday, with Sheffield United playing most of the match with ten men.
Portsmouth defeated Sheffield United 3-2 in a Championship match at Fratton Park on Wednesday. Sheffield United were reduced to ten men but continued attacking for nearly an hour, according to supporters' comments.
Portsmouth fans acknowledged their side's attacking prowess but highlighted defensive weaknesses. One supporter noted 'Pompey great going forward some lovely football but terrible defence' and called for coaching on set pieces at both ends. Another said Portsmouth were 'not at their best' with 'too many simple mistakes' but found a way to win, praising one player's crosses despite poor finishing from attackers.
Sheffie United manager Chris Wilder faced criticism from supporters. One fan said he 'continues to deflect any criticism' while another complained that Wilder was 'having a pop at referees but praising his players'. A season ticket holder thought the second yellow card shown to Sheffield United was harsh, questioning the referee's consistency after Portsmouth's conduct on the ball.
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- Portsmouth boss applauds midfielder's Sheffield United impact after shock first-team selectionThe former Casa Pia midfielder has made four appearances for the Blues since joining in AugustThe News, Portsmouth · 15 Oct, 13:00
- 'Their support started to get anxious': Sheffield United Chris Wilder's verdict on last-gasp Portsmouth defeatBlades boss Chris Wilder gives his assessment of last night’s see-saw clash at Fratton Park.The News, Portsmouth · 15 Oct, 12:30
- Portsmouth 3-2 Sheffield United - fan's verdictYour thoughts after Wednesday's Championship match between Portsmouth and Sheffield United.BBC Hampshire · 15 Oct, 12:00
In this story: Portsmouth · Sheffield United · Chris Wilder · Fratton Park
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