Sheffield United Snatch Late Win Against Portsmouth

Blades manager praises 'top' mentality after dramatic 90th-minute goal seals victory

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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Sheffield United scored a dramatic late winner to defeat Portsmouth 1-0 at Fratton Park on Saturday. The game was a tight affair with few clear-cut chances, but United substitute Andre Brooks netted in the 90th minute to secure all three points for the visitors.

Why it matters

The victory keeps Sheffield United in the hunt for a playoff spot in the Championship, as they now sit just six points off the top six. It was also the Blades' first win at Fratton Park since 2003, highlighting their determination to grind out results on the road against tough opposition.

The details

Portsmouth had the better of the chances in the first half, with Ebou Adams and John Swift both going close. United midfielder Gustavo Hamer also hit the post early on. The second half was a scrappy affair, but United gradually gained control and snatched the winner in the final minute when Brooks tapped in after a cross from Tyrese Campbell.

  • The winning goal was scored in the 90th minute.
  • Sheffield United's last win at Fratton Park was in 2003.

The players

Chris Wilder

The manager of Sheffield United, who praised his team's mentality after the late victory.

Tyrese Campbell

The Sheffield United substitute who provided the cross for the winning goal.

Andre Brooks

The Sheffield United player who scored the winning goal in the 90th minute.

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What they’re saying

“Mentality, maybe over control and us imposing ourselves. They were better at what they did in the first half than what we did. They never put us to bed, and we grew into the game in the second half.”

— Chris Wilder, Sheffield United Manager (SUTV)

“To get a winner is brilliant for everybody, especially for our travelling fans.”

— Chris Wilder, Sheffield United Manager (SUTV)

What’s next

Sheffield United will look to build on this late victory when they host Blackburn Rovers at Bramall Lane next weekend.

The takeaway

Sheffield United's grit and determination to grind out a result on the road against a tough opponent like Portsmouth could prove crucial in their pursuit of a playoff spot in the Championship this season.