The clash between Pompey and Ipswich Town at Fratton Park has been called off due to a frozen pitch, leaving John Mousinho’s team struggling with injuries. The decision has sparked debate on social media, with various opinions expressed:
- @Phil_Pritchard feels it’s a “stitch up,” arguing that the pitch being -2 with covers is not enough for postponement, especially with 10 players out and after a 0-5 defeat.
- @kingsleh suggests Pompey might have tried to get the game abandoned by throwing ice on the pitch to avoid a potential thrashing.
- @VelimirZajec sees it as a positive outcome thanks to the ground staff’s efforts.
- @Kevin5LiveChamp criticizes the lack of under-soil heating in modern times, calling it amateurish.
- @joerobbs is concerned about the implications of rescheduled fixtures and the strain on the squad due to the already thin player roster.
- @BourbonBert views it as the best result of the season.
- @Povey1990 celebrates the unbeaten home streak continuing in 2026.
- @reece_finn53580 jokingly suggests that if the players weren’t injured, they might have remembered to cover the pitch.
- @PompeyFlag sees the postponed match as a stroke of luck, offering a much-needed rest and a chance to regain players.
- @ALittlecopse acknowledges Ipswich’s disappointment at losing easy points.
- @itfc192837465 finds humor in a Championship game called off due to a frozen pitch.
- @IndianaDerman admits embarrassment over the situation, highlighting the struggles of the team with injuries and budget constraints.
- @MaxiWardley calls for new rules to ensure that clubs with high player budgets also maintain pitch standards, branding the situation as embarrassing.
- @clarky867630 expresses sympathy for Ipswich fans, questioning why proper measures weren’t taken despite the known weather conditions.
