Swansea City staged a remarkable comeback to secure a thrilling 2-2 draw against Portsmouth at the Swansea.Com Stadium. The match witnessed a dramatic shift in momentum, showcasing the resilience and attacking prowess of the Swans. Portsmouth, battling to escape the bottom of the table after a disrupted schedule due to Storm Bert and a floodlight failure, started brightly.
The visitors took a commanding lead in the first half. Matt Ritchie, netting his first goal for Pompey, opened the scoring, followed by a stunning individual effort from Josh Murphy that doubled their advantage. The early stages saw referee Will Finnie assert his authority, issuing a yellow card to Portsmouth’s Marlon Pack within the first 26 seconds. Swansea, despite early chances including a near-miss header from Joe Allen, struggled to penetrate Portsmouth’s aggressive press.
However, just before halftime, Swansea ignited their comeback. A superb curling cross from Liam Cullen found Myles Peart-Harris, whose shot deflected off Connor Ogilvie into the net, reducing the deficit to 2-1. This crucial goal injected renewed energy into the Swans.
The second half saw a transformed Swansea side. Peart-Harris almost leveled the score, striking the bar before delivering a pinpoint cross for Cullen to expertly sweep home the equalizer in the 53rd minute, securing his fifth goal of the season. The goal was a testament to Cullen’s growing influence on the team and a reward for Swansea’s persistent pressure.
The final stages of the match were frenetic, with both sides creating chances. However, neither could find a decisive winner, leaving the score at 2-2. The draw maintains Swansea’s positive momentum while Portsmouth continues their fight for survival in the EFL Championship. Post-match comments from managers Luke Williams and John Mousinho are expected shortly.
This hard-fought draw highlights the unpredictable nature of the Championship and the importance of never giving up. For Portsmouth, the game marked the end of a three-week layoff, providing valuable match practice in their battle against relegation. For Swansea, it demonstrates their ability to fight back from adversity, leaving fans eagerly anticipating their next match.
