PO4cast: Pompey Podcast

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.

Hugh, Andy and Freddie review the game vs Sheffield Wednesday, dive into Pompey’s lack of goals and preview the game vs Ipswich. 💙 Please help support the podcast ⬇️ 🤝 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PO4cast @PO4cast 📧 PO4cast@gmail.com

Hugh, Andy and Freddie review the South Coast Derby and look forward to Sheffield Wednesday at home. James from Wednesday ‘Till I Die Podcast (@WTIDPOD) gives you the lowdown on what’s going on at his club. This podcast includes: - Scummers review - What to do in goal with Nico out? - Is Williams next up at left back? - Sheffield Wednesday preview. 💙 Please help support the podcast ⬇️ 🤝 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PO4cast @PO4cast 📧 PO4cast@gmail.com

David Norris makes his fourth appearance on the podcast to help Andy and Freddie preview the Blues’ trip to St Mary’s. David describes what it’s like to play in the south coast derby and score a career-defining goal in the fixture. 💙 Please help support the podcast ⬇️ 🤝 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PO4cast @PO4cast 📧 PO4cast@gmail.com

What an end to the transfer window as it slams shut on the summer. Andy is back from Australia and reunited with Hugh and Freddie to break down a busy end of the window for Pompey. This episode includes the following and much more: 03:40 - Preston review 12:54 - Josef Bursik and the depth in goal 18:54 - Franco Umeh, the club scouting him and overall depth in wide positions 22:49 - Conor Chaplin returns earlier than expected. How does that change the front four? 36:34 - Retaining Josh Murphy 41:01 - Rating Pompey’s summer transfer window and players who departed. 55:28 - Makenzie Kirk and Toby Steward update with Jamie Beatso (@jamiebeatson @wap1884) 💙 Please help support the podcast ⬇️ 🤝 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PO4cast @PO4cast 📧 PO4cast@gmail.com

We are back each week like normal after a few weeks off. Hugh and Freddie return to the mic to review the game against West Brom. The lads discuss what Pompey needs to do before the transfer window slams shut on Monday and the initial reactions to Josh King's signing. Finally, Oli from The Butterfly Podcast (@TheButterPiePod) gives the lowdown on everything you need to know about the game on Saturday vs Preston. 💙 Please help support the podcast ⬇️ 🤝 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PO4cast @PO4cast 📧 PO4cast@gmail.com

Hugh and Jack look ahead to Oxford and discuss the squad's strength, midfield combinations, and how the new signings fit into the puzzle. The lads discuss the additions of Florian Bianchini and Yang Min-Hyeok to give some initial insight on Pompey’s new signings. This episode includes: - Callum Lang’s move to RW and how that will work with Adrian Segecic. - The centre midfield partnerships. Who will Mousinho be looking to pair together? - Is Swift and Dozzell a fit long-term or the most integrated partnership for Oxford? - Florian Bianchini what to expect, strengths and weaknesses. Winger or striker? - Yang Min-Hyeok. Second loan to take his game to the next level? - Oxford preview - Where will Pompey finish this season? - Who do we think will be relegated from the Championship? - How will the promoted teams do? 💙 Please help support the podcast ⬇️ 🤝 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PO4cast @PO4cast 📧 PO4cast@gmail.com

Freddie interviews three guests - Gab Sutton, Jack Hancock and Dennis Liljeberg - who give us the lowdown on the Blues' latest signings. Wondering how John Swift, Márk Kosznovszky, and Luke Le Roux fit into the Pompey lineup? We hear all the details. 1.20 - Gab Sutton on John Swift - @GabSutton 19.50 - Jack Hancock on Mark Kosznovszky - @HancockAnalysis 40.54 - Dennis Liljeberg on Luke Le Roux - @SweFootDennis - https://dennisliljeberg.substack.com/ 💙 Please help support the podcast ⬇️ 🤝 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PO4cast @PO4cast 📧 PO4cast@gmail.com

Wondering who Pompey could be looking to sign this summer? Strap in for the 2025 PO4cast Transfer Special! Hugh, Freddie and Jack are joined by EFL guru and friend of the show Gab Sutton (@GabSutton) to share our suggestions on who Pompey could be looking to sign this summer. We have been building this list over the summer, looking at player analytics and video and talking to people around the league to make our final suggestions. 💙 Please help support the podcast ⬇️ 🤝 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PO4cast @PO4cast 📧 PO4cast@gmail.com