Sean Raggett’s 17th-minute header made it a first victory in five League One matches, yet the Blues’ overall performance was disappointing against the strugglers.
Regardless, there were two outstanding performances, in particular, and here are our on-the-whistle Pompey ratings...
13. Portsmouth forward Owen Dale during the EFL Sky Bet League 1 match between Forest Green Rovers and Portsmouth at the The Bolt New Lawn, Forest Green, United Kingdom on 22 October 2022.
Owen Dale drives forward in Pompey's clash at Forest Green Rovers. Picture: Jason Brown/ProSportsImages Photo: Jason Brown
14. Dane Scarlett - 6
(Replaced Joe Pigott in 58th minute) Had a great chance to head home Zak Swanson’s cross but sent it wide. Always a threat, though. Photo: NationalWorld
15. Josh Koroma - 5
(Replaced Ronan Curtis on 62 minutes) A late shot just over, but otherwise barely any impact after introduction. Photo: None
16. Reeco Hackett - 6
(Replaced Owen Dale on 62 minutes). Injected energy and urgency on the ball which had been missing from wing areas. Photo: National World