First-half goals from Jordan Williams and Kusini Yengi secured a deserved victory for John Mousinho’s men, who really should have added to their tally.
Christian Saydee, in particular, missed some chances after being introduced in the 62nd minute along with eight other substitutes – and here are our Pompey player ratings...
13. Callum Lang - 6
(Replaced Sammy Silvera on 38 mins) Always full of energy and introduced early because of Silvera's injury. Should have scored in the second half, yet puzzlingly elected to pass the ball to nobody rather shoot past the keeper. Photo: Jason Brown
14. Jordan Archer - 6
(Replaced Will Norris on 46 mins) Solid and distributed the ball well, but overall had little to deal with. Photo: Habibur Rahman
15. Ryley Towler - 6
(Replaced Conor Shaughnessy on 62 mins) No goal of the season contender on this occasion, but another dependable display from the cultured centre-half. Photo: Jason Brown
16. Jack Sparkes - 6
(Replaced Connor Ogilvie on 46 mins) Back in action after starting against the Hawks on Friday night. Always an attacking outlet from left-back and tried to support Clout as best he could. Photo: Jason Brown