The Blues were 4-1 winners thanks to John Marquis’ opener in first-half stoppage-time, Ellis Harrison’s double after the restart and substitute Marcus Harness rounding off the scoring. That came after Brandon Goodship had struck to pull it back to 2-1 with 20 minutes left. The win was just a fifth of the season in the league for Kenny Jackett’s troops. Here are chief sports writer, Neil Allen’s, Pompey player ratings from the thumping win over Southend.
9. John Marquis
Took time to adjust to new role, but grabbed vital opener - 8 | Freelance Photo: Joe Pepler
10. Ronan Curtis
Continuing to maintain surge in recent form - 8 | Freelance Photo: Joe Pepler
11. Ellis Harrison
Impressive return to side to stake regular spot - 9 | Freelance Photo: Graham Hunt
12. Brandon Haunstrup
(replaced Ross McCrorie on 40 mins) Carved out the crucial opener from right-back - 7 | Freelance Photo: Graham Hunt