Pompey rediscovered their winning touch with a 3-1 triumph at Lincoln to get the 2026-27 campaign up and running.
The hosts were hosting their first game back in the Championship for more than 60 years, yet John Mousinho’s men spoiled the party with a crucial result amid some excellent goals.
Ryan Kavumba-McQueen opened the scoring and then Adrian Segecic doubled their advantage with a free-kick, with Abu Kamara involved in both.
Former Blues winger Reeco Hackett pulled one back for Lincoln from the penalty spot after Zak Swanson had handled, but substitute Ebou Adams wrapped things with a stunning 25-yard strike on 69 minutes.
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19. Portsmouth midfielder Marlon Pack (7) during the EFL Championship match between Lincoln City and Portsmouth at LNER Stadium, Lincoln, England on 22nd August 2026
Pompey skipper Marlon Pack warming up before the game. Picture: Jason Brown | Jason Brown
