Portsmouth resolve delights assistant as they close gap on League One leaders against Shrewsbury

Two second-half goals did the damage as Storm Dennis had a significant impact on proceedings at Fratton Park.

Pompey eventually broke down the Shrews’ stubborn rearguard action, however, and the character they showed in doing so pleased Gallen.

He said: ‘It was a tough game in the conditions.

‘It’s not so much the rain but wind can affect a game of football. That was the case for both teams.

‘So we’re pleased to win against a tough opponent in Shrewsbury.

‘They played well and defended well but we kept going and got our chances.’