Yet, the 2,492 fans who travelled to the Hawthorns once again relentlessly backed their team, despite another capitulation on the road.
As ever our photographer, Jason Brown, was there to capture fans backing their team despite the 5-1 reverse.
Check out the brilliant gallery of his work and see if you can spot yourself or friends and family.
9. Pompey fans at the Hawthorns
Enjoying Pompey's first trip to West Brom in more than 16 years. Photo: Jason Brown
10. Portsmouth fans during the EFL Sky Bet Championship match between West Bromwich Albion and Portsmouth at The Hawthorns, West Bromwich, England on 25 January 2025.
Enjoying Pompey's first trip to West Brom in more than 16 years. Photo: Jason Brown
11. Portsmouth fans during the EFL Sky Bet Championship match between West Bromwich Albion and Portsmouth at The Hawthorns, West Bromwich, England on 25 January 2025.
Enjoying Pompey's first trip to West Brom in more than 16 years. Photo: Jason Brown
12. Portsmouth fans during the EFL Sky Bet Championship match between West Bromwich Albion and Portsmouth at The Hawthorns, West Bromwich, England on 25 January 2025.
Enjoying Pompey's first trip to West Brom in more than 16 years. Photo: Jason Brown
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