It had it all. A belting opener from a free-kick from Barry Bannan, a match-sealing second from young Championship debutant George Brown and outstanding performances throughout. This is a Wednesday season that will live and die on its emotions, you feel, and on the south coast the final whistle was genuinely emotional.
Henrik Pedersen deserves a great deal of praise for how he set up an Owls outfit that stifled the home side and every player involved the same for their effort and togetherness.
A win. Three points. Smiles on faces. Here are our player ratings from Fratton Park.
9. Barry Bannan - 9
Pick that out you chuffer. Stunning free-kick provided an emotional moment, Bannan racing the full length of the pitch to celebrate with his public. Took on shots and seemed to enjoy picking the ball up in advanced spots. Ran his guts out. | UGC
10. Bailey Cadamarteri - 8
Quietly marvellous. Ran and ran, did the donkey work. Caused headaches and did his job nicely. Seemed to have an understanding with Brown. Made three tackles in the first half alone - a really spunky effort full of heart. | UGC
11. George Brown - 8
Thrown in after bright showings in the cup and now has a Championship goal to his name; beautifully taken. What an outstanding Championship debut. Drove the lines, asked questions of the Pompey defence and dovetailed nicely with Cadamarteri and Ingelsson in particular. Off for J-Lowe. | UGC
12. Jamal Lowe - N/A
On for Brown later on in the second half to provide some experience. Provided fresh legs and some nice touches. Had to nip one ball back to Cadamarteri where he chose to shoot. | UGC