Portsmouth Boss Furious After Late Defeat to Preston

John Mousinho, the manager of Portsmouth FC, expressed his frustration and anger following a late defeat to Preston North End. The match, which took place at Deepdale, saw Portsmouth concede a goal in the dying minutes, resulting in a loss that Mousinho described as 'abysmal'. The Portsmouth boss didn't hold back, stating, 'I've been far too nice to these players for too long.'

Despite the team's efforts, the late goal shattered their hopes of securing points on the road. The defeat was a bitter pill to swallow for Portsmouth fans, who were left disappointed by their team's performance. Mousinho's comments highlight the mounting pressure on the squad to perform and deliver results.

Player ratings from the match, as assessed by Neil Allen, painted a mixed picture of the team's performance. Some players were hailed as heroes, while others were criticized for being 'sluggish' and likened to 'imposters'. The defeat serves as a wake-up call for Portsmouth, who will need to regroup and refocus ahead of their upcoming fixtures.

• John Mousinho
• Portsmouth FC
• Preston North End

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