"The first league meeting between Southampton and Portsmouth for more than 13 years ended in a feisty draw, a slew of yellow cards the giveaway sign that this derby is back on the menu. Will Still, the Southampton manager, was among those cautioned but, in a typically edgy game short on quality and clear chances, the visitors came closest to scoring,with the Portsmouth midfielder Andre Dozzell curling a first-time shot against the crossbar nine minutes into the contest."
"This was a supercharged occasion, with the 2,700 travelling supporters and Pompey team coach bussed in under a police escort. There was some early needle between Still and his Portsmouth counterpart, John Mousinho, and at the final whistle after a firm handshake Still screwed his face towards Mousinho, for whom this was a better result. Who needs Mourinho? We've got Mousinho, the away fans sang."
Southampton and Portsmouth met in their first league fixture in over 13 years, resulting in a feisty goalless draw. The game produced numerous yellow cards and featured tense interactions between managers Will Still and John Mousinho. Portsmouth came closest when Andre Dozzell's first-time curling shot struck the crossbar nine minutes in. The occasion was supercharged, with around 2,700 travelling supporters and the Pompey team coach escorted by police. At full time Still and Mousinho exchanged a handshake before Still appeared to scowl at his counterpart. Southampton sit on six points from five matches, two behind Portsmouth, and Cameron Archer missed the hosts' best chance.
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