​Heading into the game, it was clear the match was more imperative for the away side, given the severity of their situation. Pompey were backed by a vocal away following, filling out every seat of the away end.

Although the stats suggest otherwise, the Canaries were in firm control across the first half, displaying fantastic passing patterns with scintillating ball speed. The combinations were excellent, with each player portraying bright off-the-ball movements, alongside terrific precision, making it difficult for the visitors to contain.

​During those admirable passing sequences, the key objective of the home side was to exploit the away team’s midfield – prioritising central progression frequently. Therefore, this allowed the attacking midfielders to regularly penetrate the opposition defenders at pace, causing the opposition defenders to make rash decisions.

​A notable applause has to go to Oscar Schwartau, returning to the starting eleven after a minor injury. The Danish teenager demonstrated his fearless personality, dribbling at his direct marker vigorously, as well as connecting with his attacking peers fluently – posing a constant threat for Pompey to contain.

​Furthermore, Jacob Wright contributed with a tidy cameo, playing several neat passes in the attacking third. This has been a...