The Blues’ away record is well documented, the second worst in the division, yet they conjured up an unlikely 5-3 triumph at Norwich – led by Colby Bishop’s first Pompey hat-trick.
Matt Ritchie and Regan Poole also got their names on the scoresheet for a priceless win which lifts them six points above the relegation zone with three matches remaining.
And here are our player ratings...
1. Nicolas Schmid - 7
Came out well on 24 minutes to beat Sargent to the ball when clean through. Given absolutely no chance with both goals, thanks to dreadful defending in front of him. Otherwise, little was asked of him other than sweeping. Photo: Alun Roberts
2. Jordan Williams - 7
(Replaced by Zak Swanson on 70 mins) Tremendous bit of defending in the 19th minute to dispossess Diallo, setting the tone for another solid showing. Started the season strongly now free from injury - 7 Photo: Steve Bailey
3. Regan Poole - 7
Picked up one of the harshest bookings you will see this season in another decent performance. However, Pompey’s general poor defending from those two first-half set-pieces also implicated him. Photo: Alun Roberts
4. Conor Shaughnessy - 6
Part of the defensive unit which conceded those awful two set-piece goals in the first half. Tested by Sargent on occasions, but largely stood firm. Photo: Nigel Keene