‘Does the dirty work magnificently… Tried to inspire Pompey’ – Neil Allen’s Portsmouth player ratings following defeat to Sunderland

By mark.mcmahon1

Published 12th May 2019, 16:54 BST

Updated 14th May 2019, 10:52 BST

Check out Neil Allen’s Pompey player ratings from the Blues’ League One play-off semi-final first-leg game against Sunderland.

The Black Cats take a 1-0 lead into Thursday’s second leg at Fratton Park thanks to substitute Chris Maguire’s 62nd-minute strike.

Coped admirably in unfamiliar role Photo: Joe Pepler

Dug in well Photo: Joe Pepler

Does the dirty work magnificently Photo: Joe Pepler

Very subdued on the night Photo: Joe Pepler

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