Trailing to Emmanuel Latte Lath’s first-half goal for Middlesbrough, John Mousinho’s men were inspired by one of their own recalled to the side in place of the injured Paddy Lane.
Ritchie levelled on 54 minutes following a lovely pass from Freddie Potts and then, eight minutes from time, he drove a right-footed shot in off the post to hand the Blues a 2-1 victory.
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15. Portsmouth forward Colby Bishop (9) during the EFL Sky Bet Championship match between Portsmouth and Middlesbrough at Fratton Park, Portsmouth, England on 18 January 2025.
Pompey's Colby Bishop in action against Middlesbrough. Picture: Jason Brown/ProSportsImages Photo: Jason Brown
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