Matchday Guide: Pompey v Stevenage

Pompey are back in action when Stevenage visit Fratton Park on New Year’s Day (3pm kick-off). And there is plenty going on around the ground to get everyone in the mood for the big game. FanZoneThe FanZone will be back in full swing this weekend, with our resident DJ spinning the decks and getting everyone pumped.

There are the usual inflatable games for our younger fans to enjoy courtesy of Pompey in the Community. And Nelson’s Corner in the Victory Lounge will have table football and a PlayStation console to keep them entertained. Food & DrinkTo quench your thirst, the stadium kiosks are offering Madri, East Coast IPA, Stowford Press and an improved Pompey Lager Pilsner.

Supporters can take advantage of an early bird offer for 30 minutes after the turnstiles open at 1.30pm, with a pie/sausage roll and a pint for just GBP8.15. Fans can also enjoy a pie and a soft drink for just GBP6 throughout the afternoon. The street food pergola is located in the FanZone, while the shipping container behind the Fratton End will be serving chicken bites and chips, and supporters in the North Stand can visit the kiosk four mezzanine to buy pizza and Amstel.

To speed up service, beer tokens are available to purchase in kiosks three, five and 11. Please note that only supporters seated in the Fratton End will have access to the container bar at half-time. The Victory Bar, shipping container and external North Stand kiosk will all be open from midday.

TicketsSeats have completely sold out for home supporters. Supporters are advised not to call the ticket office on a matchday, as phone lines are very busy. Please note that there is a GBP3 charge to receive an eticket or paper ticket if you leave your season card at home.

Supporters without a ticket can watch all the action live, with multi-camera coverage on iFollow[1]. Never Mind the StigmaPompey are delighted to be supporting Tonic Music’s ‘Never Mind the Stigma[2]‘ campaign to raise awareness of suicide and encourage open conversations around mental health. Please look out for the charity’s bucket collectors around the ground, while you can visit them in the FanZone before the game.

Getting to the GamePompey have partnered with First Solent and supporters can use First South’s No.1 service as a direct link to Fratton Park. First Solent are giving away matchday tickets throughout the 2023/24 season. Click here[3] or follow on Twitter (@FirstPortsmouth[4]) and Facebook (First Bus Solent[5]) to see how you can be in with a chance of winning. If you live on the Isle of Wight, then click here[6] to see the services that will get you across the water.

Please note that public transport services may run at different levels on a bank holiday, so check before you travel. Additional InformationPlease note that Fratton Park is a cashless stadium and only contactless payment will be accepted. Programme sellers around the ground will still have contactless payment devices, but cash is also being accepted while we work to ensure a more reliable contactless system outside the ground.

Please note that only contactless payment can be used for programmes bought in the Victory Lounge, kiosks or club shop. The Pompey Lottery will be roaming around the ground and selling tickets for matchday competitions, with proceeds supporting the academy. And the retail kiosk is available to use for supporters in the South Stand.

Enjoy the GameWe would like to remind all supporters that we will not tolerate discrimination of any kind at Fratton Park. Please help us continue to make the ground a safe and friendly environment to watch football by bringing any unacceptable behaviour to the attention of stewards and police. You can also report any abusive or discriminatory behaviour by sending a text or WhatsApp message to 07500 778844.

Supporters are also politely asked to keep all aisles and walkways clear for the safety and comfort of your fellow fans. Love Football. Protect the Game.[7]

References

1. ^ iFollow (www.portsmouthfc.co.uk)
2. ^ Never Mind the Stigma (www.tonicmusic.co.uk)
3. ^ Click here (www.firstbus.co.uk)
4. ^ @FirstPortsmouth (twitter.com)
5. ^ First Bus Solent (www.facebook.com)
6. ^ click here (www.wightlink.co.uk)
7. ^ Love Football.

   Protect the Game. (www.efl.com)