Portsmouth edged past Burton Albion

Portsmouth beat Burton Albion in a close win on Friday, 1x2, relating to matchweek 43 of League One. In this competition, Burton-on-Trent's team came from a win, and Portsmouth's team came from five wins. Matt Clarke was decisive with 1 goal.

After 31 minutes, Ben Close opened the score for Portsmouth, with a right-foot strike from outside the penalty box, with Nathan Thompson making the assist.

After 47 minutes, Liam Boyce struck for Burton Albion, through a header inside the box, after an assist provided by Colin Daniel. Matt Clarke scored the winner in the closing stages of the game with a left-foot strike.

After the result Portsmouth are 4th in the table, with 83 points, while Burton Albion sit 9th place, with 60 points. With regard to the next fixture, Kenny Jackett's team will host Coventry City. Meanwhile, Nigel Clough's team visit Southend United.