PO4cast: Pompey Podcast

Hugh and Freddie return to break down a frustrating week for Pompey. The lads discuss two points dropped late against Blackburn and a disappointing performance in the defeat to Swansea. Chris Holt from Rams Review Podcast (@ramsreview1) joins the show to give the lowdown on Derby ahead of Monday night’s clash. 💥 Episode Highlights: ⚽ Blackburn reaction: Late drama and two points dropped. 😤 Swansea review: Analysing a disappointing performance. Chris Holt from Rams Review Podcast joins the pod to preview Derby. 🔍 Derby preview: 34:15 Chris Holt from Rams Review joins the show to give the lowdown on what to expect from Monday night’s game. 💙 Support the Podcast: 🤝 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PO4cast 🐦 @PO4cast 📧 PO4cast@gmail.com 🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & all major platforms. #Pompey #PortsmouthFC #PO4cast #PUP #EFL #DerbyCounty

Hugh and Freddie break down another frustrating defeat for Pompey reviewing the loss to Hull City discussing the key talking points around the squad as the season rolls on. The lads also debate upcoming contract decisions, potential transfer fees, and look ahead to the next challenge. 💥 Episode Highlights: ⚽ Hull review - reaction to a frustrating defeat and what went wrong. 📝 Contract decisions - should Pompey re-sign Zak Swanson, Marlon Pack, Connor Ogilvie and others? 💰 Millenic Alli debate — what would be a fair fee to make his deal permanent? 🇵🇾 Caballero watch — what does Gustavo Caballero need to show to trigger Pompey’s loan-to-buy clause? 🔍 Match preview — looking ahead to the clash with Blackburn Rovers. 🎙️ And much more from another packed episode. 💙 Support the Podcast: 🤝 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PO4cast 🐦 @PO4cast 📧 PO4cast@gmail.com 🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & all major platforms. #Pompey #PortsmouthFC #PO4cast #PUP #EFL #BlackburnRovers

Hugh and Freddie wrap up a strong run on the road as Pompey pick up a solid haul from three away games. The lads break down the fantastic win at Millwall, the defeat to Wrexham, and what these results mean for the team’s progress. They also look at how many points Pompey need to stay in the Championship, react to the club’s latest academy comments, and preview this weekend’s home clash with Hull City. 💥 Episode Highlights: ⚽ Millwall win: standout performances and key moments. 😬 Wrexham defeat: lessons learned from a tough night. 📊 Survival maths: how many points are needed to stay up? 🏫 Academy talk: reaction to the club’s latest comments. 🔍 Hull City preview: what to expect back at Fratton Park. 💙 Support the Podcast: 🤝 Buy us a coffee 🐦 @PO4cast 📧 PO4cast@gmail.com 🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & all major platforms. #Pompey #PortsmouthFC #PO4cast #PUP #EFL #Championship #HullCity #Millwall #Wrexham

Hugh and Freddie break down a busy deadline day at Fratton Park, giving the full lowdown on Pompey’s new signings and what they bring to the squad. The lads also review the Preston game, discuss the injury crisis, and preview game against Sheffield United. 💥 Episode Highlights: ⚽ Preston review: Key talking points and takeaways. 📝 New signings: Who’s arrived and what they offer Pompey. 🤕 Injury crisis: Latest updates and squad impact. 🔍 Sheffield United preview: What to expect from the Blades. 💙 Support the Podcast: 🤝 Buy us a coffee 🐦 @PO4cast 📧 PO4cast@gmail.com 🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & all major platforms. #Pompey #PortsmouthFC #PO4cast #PUP #EFL #DeadlineDay #SheffieldUnited

Hugh and Freddie break down an action-packed South Coast Derby, discussing the key moments, standout performances, and what it all means for Pompey moving forward. The lads also dig into the transfer window and what still needs to be done before deadline day. 32:53: Chris from Albion Analysis (@AlbionAnalysis) joins to preview the huge clash against West Brom. 💥 Episode Highlights: ⚽ Derby recap — big talking points and lessons from the South Coast showdown. 💰 Callum Lang debate — is now the right time to sell? 🧩 Transfer window talk — the three positions Pompey still need to strengthen. ⚡ New arrivals — how the January signings are impacting the squad. 🕒 32:53 — Chris from Albion Analysis (@AlbionAnalysis) joins to preview the huge clash against West Brom. 💙 Support the Podcast: 🤝 Buy us a coffee 🐦 @PO4cast 📧 PO4cast@gmail.com 🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & all major platforms. #Pompey #PortsmouthFC #PO4cast #PUP #EFL #WestBrom #SouthCoastDerbym

Hugh, Freddie & Joth look back on Pompey’s performance against Arsenal and what a start that was. 19:00 - James from the Wednesday ’Till I Die Podcast (@WTIDPOD) returns to preview Sheffield Wednesday, giving the inside track ahead of the weekend’s game. 💙 Support the Podcast: 🤝 Buy us a coffee 🐦 @PO4cast 📧 PO4cast@gmail.com 🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & all major platforms. #Pompey #PortsmouthFC #PO4cast #PUP #EFL #SheffieldWednesday #WTIDPOD

Hugh, Freddie, and Joth are back with their January transfer special. The lads dig into who Portsmouth could realistically bring in this window. Using data, video analysis, and insights from contacts around the leagues, the lads pick their preferred targets for each position of need. Plus, Luton podcaster Phil drops in to give the inside scoop on Pompey’s new signing Millenic Ali and what fans can expect from him at Fratton Park. 💥 Episode Highlights: 📊 Recruitment deep dive: Using data, scouting, and club insight to identify potential signings. 🧩 Position-by-position picks: We run through players who could strengthen Pompey’s weakest areas. 💰 Transfer realities: Who is available, what deals could be done, and where value lies in the market. 🗣️ Guest appearance: Luton Town podcaster Phil on Millenic Ali and his potential impact. 💙 Support the Podcast: 🤝 Buy us a coffee 🐦 @PO4cast 📧 PO4cast@gmail.com 🎧 Follow & Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms. #Pompey #PortsmouthFC #PUP #EFL #PO4cast #TransferWindow #MillenicAli #LutonTown

The January transfer window is open and Hugh, Freddie, and Joth are here to break down what Pompey need to do to turn their season around. 💥 Episode Highlights: 🚪 Who needs to move on? - players who could leave to free up wages and squad space. 🇰🇷 Replacing Yang — how Pompey can fill the gap left by the winger’s departure. 🧩 Strengthening the squad — identifying key areas that need improvement and the types of players to target. 💡 Transfer suggestions — realistic options the club could consider this month. 🔍 Arsenal preview — a look ahead to Sunday’s clash and what Pompey must do to compete. 💙 Support the Podcast: 🤝 Buy us a coffee 🐦 @PO4cast 📧 PO4cast@gmail.com 🎧 Follow & Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms. #Pompey #PortsmouthFC #PUP #LeagueOne #EFL #PO4cast #TransferWindow #Arsenal

Pompey are finally back to winning ways! Hugh, Andy, and Freddie break down a massive victory over Blackburn that lifts the Blues out of the relegation zone. 💥 Episode Highlights: 🧱 Defensive duo developing — Hayden Matthews and Ibane Bowat forming a solid partnership at the back. 🤔 Selection headache — what happens when Reegan Poole returns from injury? ⚡Full back energy — Terry Devlin and Zak Swanson shining and LB and RB 📉 Swift struggles again — John Swift off the pace, while Mark Kosznovszky impressed when coming on. 🎯 Attacking options — analysing the front four and whether Colby Bishop should return to the starting XI. 🔍 Derby preview — the lads look ahead to the next big challenge at Pride Park. 🎄 Christmas Fundraiser: Pompey fans are coming together to support the local food bank this Christmas. Please donate if you can ⬇️ ❤️ https://www.justgiving.com/page/pompey-news-now-5 💙 Support the Podcast: 🤝 Buy us a coffee 🐦 @PO4cast 📧 PO4cast@gmail.com 🎧 Follow & Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms. #Pompey #PortsmouthFC #PUP #LeagueOne #EFL #PO4cast

🎙️ Episode Title: Woeful in Wales Hugh and Freddie are back — and it’s another tough week for Pompey fans. After a poor showing in Wales, questions are being asked across Fratton Park. What’s really going wrong, and how does the club fix it before the season slips away? The lads break down the Swansea defeat, expose the key weaknesses, and look ahead to a must-win game against Blackburn. 🔥 Episode Highlights: ⚽ A storm of problems — poor recruitment, underperforming players, and a lack of quality across the pitch. 📉 Pressure building on John Mousinho — no clear playing style and fans growing restless. 🧩 Midfield crisis — Pompey’s centre is being overrun; January reinforcements are a must. 🔍 Blackburn preview — what to expect tactically and which players could make the difference. 🔮 Score predictions — Hugh and Freddie give their verdicts ahead of the trip to Ewood Park. 💙 Support the Podcast: 🤝 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PO4cast 🐦 @PO4cast 📧 PO4cast@gmail.com 🎧 Follow & Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms. #Pompey #PortsmouthFC #PUP #LeagueOne #EFL #PO4cast

Hugh, Andy, and Freddie are back with two special guests later in the show! The lads kick things off by breaking down Pompey’s ongoing struggles, including: • ⚽ Poor defending from set pieces • ❌ Lack of goals and what to do with Colby Bishop • 🔄 Possible formation changes and fresh attacking options • 🧠 John Mousinho’s tactics, in-game decisions & overall style • 🧩 Summer recruitment struggles and who’s failed to make an impact • 💰 Early thoughts on the January transfer window ⚔️ 32:05 — Louis from BBC London Sport and Charlton Live (@charltonlive) previews Saturday’s trip to The Valley. 🦢 51:06 — Luke from SwansCast (@SwansCastMedia) joins to look ahead to Tuesday’s away game in Wales. 💙 Please help support the podcast ⬇️ 🤝 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PO4cast @PO4cast 📧 PO4cast@gmail.com

Andy and Freddie dissect the latest Pompey action including: - Three points at home against Millwall - Terry Devlin channelling his inner Luis Suarez against Sheffield United - The defeat to Sheffield United including the damning statistics behind Pompey's set-piece defensive woes - Updates from Rich Hughes and Michael Eisner - A look ahead to Bristol City and potential reunions with Cam Pring and Ross McCrorie. 💙 Please help support the podcast ⬇️ 🤝 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PO4cast @PO4cast 📧 PO4cast@gmail.com

After the international break, it’s back to business for Pompey! Hugh, Andy, and Freddie are back to discuss all things Pompey from returning players to tactical tweaks. The lads welcome Micky from That Millwall Podcast to preview Saturday’s clash at Fratton Park. In This Episode: • ⚽ Can the returning trio — Callum Lang, Adrian Segecic, and Nico Schmid — spark a turnaround in Pompey’s form? • 🧒 Academy prospects in line to cover for Connor Ogilvie • 🇦🇺 Has Pompey’s Australian recruitment strategy been a problem? • 🎯 Who should make up the best attacking midfield trio behind the striker? • 🌍 International Watch: How Pompey’s players performed for their countries • 🦁 25:46 – Millwall Preview: Micky from That Millwall Podcast joins to discuss Saturday’s game That Millwall Podcast - Sports Rehab Injury episode: https://youtu.be/vKaf81By5cI?si=dHk2uQfHKVCpK08Z 💙 Please help support the podcast ⬇️ 🤝 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PO4cast @PO4cast 📧 PO4cast@gmail.com

In this episode, Hugh and Freddie break down a frustrating week for Pompey, reflecting on the lacklustre draw against Wrexham and the disappointing defeat to Hull. The lads dig into what’s going wrong, assessing whether the issues stem from recruitment, overall squad quality, or the growing list of injuries. They also share their early thoughts on the upcoming transfer window and what needs to happen next for the team to get back on track. 💙 Please help support the podcast ⬇️ 🤝 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PO4cast @PO4cast 📧 PO4cast@gmail.com

Hugh, Andy and Freddie dive into the game and discuss when Pompey last looked so aimless. The lads break down what’s going on with the team in a bit of group therapy. Nathan from RobRyanRed Wrexham AFC Podcast (@RobRyanRed) joins the show to preview everything you need to know about the game on Wednesday night. Finally, we preview the game away at Hull. 5:03 - Birmingham review and review what’s caused such a lacklustre performance. Can the team turn it around and how? 38:35 - Wrexham preview with Nathan from RobRyanRed Wrexham AFC Podcast 01:15:38 - Hull City preview 💙 Please help support the podcast ⬇️ 🤝 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PO4cast @PO4cast 📧 PO4cast@gmail.com

A week of Midlands opposition lands Pompey an away point. Mark from the The Tilton Talk Show (@tiltontalkshow) podcast chats to Freddie about the upcoming fixture at St Andrews. Both sides are currently out of form and will be looking to turn their fortunes around. We dive deep into the summer transfer window, style of play, and how Pompey can counteract Birmingham City. 💙 Please help support the podcast ⬇️ 🤝 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PO4cast @PO4cast 📧 PO4cast@gmail.com

A week of Midlands opposition lands Pompey an away point. Mark from the The Tilton Talk Show (@tiltontalkshow) podcast chats to Freddie about the upcoming fixture at St Andrews. Both sides are currently out of form and will be looking to turn their fortunes around. We dive deep into the summer transfer window, style of play, and how Pompey can counteract Birmingham City. 💙 Please help support the podcast ⬇️ 🤝 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PO4cast @PO4cast 📧 PO4cast@gmail.com

A week of Midlands opposition lands Pompey an away point. Hugh, Andy, and Freddie review the game against Leicester and the rise of Yang. The lads then dive into the game against potentially the Championship's best team in Coventry. Dan from Every Step Along the Way Podcast (@EveryStepAlong) joins the show to give you the lowdown on everything you need to know about the early kickoff vs Stoke. 💙 Please help support the podcast ⬇️ 🤝 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PO4cast @PO4cast 📧 PO4cast@gmail.com

Andy is joined by Chris from Leicester Till I Die tv (@LeicesterTillIDieTV) to preview the game away on Saturday. 💙 Please help support the podcast ⬇️ 🤝 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PO4cast @PO4cast 📧 PO4cast@gmail.com

Synopsis: Andy and Freddie are back this week without Hugh who is in... Belgium? Bulgaria? Belarus? One of the Bs. This week, Andy and Freddie: - chat through the key events from the strong 1-0 win at home against Middlesborough - take a deeper dive into the numbers underpinning John Swift and Colby Bishop's seasons so far - pay tribute to Milan Mandaric who sadly passed away this week - try to imagine what it would be like for Pompey to have the same attitude to manager turnover as Watford do - look ahead to the international break with a summary of which Pompey squad members are likely to feature.