Portsmouth delivered a stunning performance to thrash West Bromwich Albion 3-0 at Fratton Park on January 31, 2026. This emphatic victory sent a strong message to the rest of the Championship and boosted Pompey's promotion credentials. Portsmouth were dominant from the start, scoring two quick goals in the first twenty minutes to stun the visitors. Their high-energy press forced numerous errors from West Brom, and they added a third goal just after halftime to kill the game as a contest. West Brom, usually so composed, were overwhelmed and failed to register a single shot on target. The win, accompanied by a clean sheet, propelled Portsmouth into the upper echelons of the league table, while it was a day to forget for West Brom, whose defensive frailties were exposed in a comprehensive defeat.