However, there was also a nine-out-of-10 rating as John Marquis continued his fine form in front of goal with a double in the 3-1 Sincil Bank win.
Here’s how Jordan Cross ranked the Pompey performance with his big-match scores.
5. Cameron Pring - 7
The left-back handled his late introduction with ease. Photo: JPIMedia
7. Tom Naylor - 7
(replaced by Bryn Morris on 81 minutes): So important to his team. Photo: JPIMedia
2 / 3