Norwich City pegged back as late own goal earns Portsmouth a point | OneFootball

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·3 April 2026

Norwich City pegged back as late own goal earns Portsmouth a point

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Match in Five Sentences: Norwich City and Portsmouth drew 1-1 in the Championship at Carrow Road. In the 26th minute, Pelle Mattsson put the hosts ahead with a right-footed finish to the bottom left corner. The turning point came when Mattsson diverted into his own net for a late equaliser (84.). The Canaries had 57.5% possession and six attempts but produced only two shots on target, while Portsmouth hit the target once. The Canaries slip from 10th to 11th and visit Millwall next, while Portsmouth stay 21st and host Oxford United.

Player of the Match: Kenny McLean dictated midfield with 62 passes, 17 into the final third, plus seven recoveries and five clearances to steady the Canaries.


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Stat of the Match: Portsmouth registered one shot on target, underscoring a low-margin attacking display.

Three Things We Learned: The Canaries controlled the ball with 57.5% possession yet managed just two shots on target from six attempts. Portsmouth attempted 29 crosses with 17.2% accuracy, showing their reliance on wide delivery. McLean's 62 passes and 17 successful final-third balls underlined his influence in the Canaries' build-up.

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