That represents an average away attendance of 1,383 from the 22 games Kenny Jackett’s side have played away from Fratton Park so far this term – not bad going given the number of long-haul trips in the current League One fixture list and those midweek away matches. It, therefore, got us wondering what percentage Pompey supporters make to opposition attendances and the resulting financial boost a game against the Blues provides? Here we break down that percentage and rank Pompey’s presence on these away days, according to overall attendance figures. By the way, 166,926 fans in total have taken in the Blues away games this season, with official Pompey fans making up 18 per cent of that total – nearly one in five supporters.
1. Sunderland - 3%
Pompey were accompanied by 874 fans for the early kick-off at the Stadium of Light, which is 334 miles from Fratton Park. What a ludicrous decision it was to play the game so early in the day. | ©Pro Sports Images Ltd. www.prosportsimages.co.uk +44 7803 730548 Photo: Malcolm Mackenzie
2. Lincoln - 13%
1,154 Pompey fans made the midweek trek to Sincil Bank in January. 8,983 fans were there in total - but it was Blue' travelling party who enjoyed a 2-0 win. | Daniel Chesterton Photo: Daniel Chesterton
3. Bolton - 14%
1,846 Pompey supporters made the trip to Bolton on January 18 to witness a 1-0 win. It represented yet another show of force from the Blues - but they were outnumbered by 11,561 Trotters fans. | Daniel Chesterton Photo: Daniel Chesterton
4. Doncaster Rovers - 15%
1,351 Pompey fans made the seven-and-a-half round trip to the Keepmoat Stadium in October. The overall attendance was 8,962. | phcimages.com/PinPep Photo: Daniel Chesterton/PinPep