And over the years, Fratton Park has welcomed its fair share of famous faces who’ve attended to watch the Blues.
From fellow sports stars to musicians and actors - there have been plenty of household names who have declared their allegiance to the south coast side.
Whether they’ve grown up in and around the island city or have simply fallen in love with the club, we’ve uncovered 17 famous supporters who have revealed their loyalties to Pompey.
13. Mason Mount
The Chelsea ace grew up in Purbrook and used to hold a season ticket at Fratton Park. He was also in attendance for the Blues’ 4-1 win over Cambridge earlier in the season. Photo: Jason Brown
14. Steven Morgan
Morgan is a Labour MP for Portsmouth South and has been key to discussions surrounding improvements to Fratton Park. Photo: Matthew Clark
15. Ricky Martin
Martin was a paper-boy in Stubbington growing up and was crowned winner of The Apprentice in 2012 and also confirmed his allegiances to Pompey. Photo: National World
16. Will Ferrell
Although the Hollywood actor is halfway through the 92 by now after his trip to the UK earlier in the year, he was a special guest of Michael Eisner in 2019 and attended Fratton Park to watch Pompey’s 2-0 win over Tranmere. Photo: Joe Pepler