But Pompey’s defiant fans raised the temperature with their incessant backing of their side, as they showed their continuing belief in John Mousinho’s side, despite the 4-0 defeat.
Here’s 30 brilliant photos from our man Jason Brown, who was there to cover the action on and off the pitch at PO4.
9. Pompey v Blackpool gallery
Many Pompey fans were at their defiant best against Blackpool - here's what our photographer Jason Brown captured of the day's events at Fratton Park. Photo: Jason Brown
10. Pompey v Blackpool gallery
Many Pompey fans were at their defiant best against Blackpool - here's what our photographer Jason Brown captured of the day's events at Fratton Park. Photo: Jason Brown
11. Pompey v Blackpool gallery
Many Pompey fans were at their defiant best against Blackpool - here's what our photographer Jason Brown captured of the day's events at Fratton Park. Photo: Jason Brown
12. Pompey v Blackpool gallery
Many Pompey fans were at their defiant best against Blackpool - here's what our photographer Jason Brown captured of the day's events at Fratton Park. Photo: Jason Brown