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Pelle Mattsson gave Norwich the lead in the first half before scoring an own goal late on Norwich midfielder Pelle Mattsson scored at both ends as his late own goal gave relegation-threatened Portsmouth a draw in the Championship. Mattsson fired the Canaries ahead midway through the first half with an effort into the bottom left-hand corner for his second goal of the season. But in the last few minutes he was responsible for Pompey's leveller as Andre Dozzell's free-kick was flicked on and Mattsson poked into his own net. Portsmouth remain in danger of the drop having failed to win any of their past seven games, with five losses and two draws, and remain a point above the bottom three. Meanwhile, Norwich's slim hopes of mounting a late play-off push appear to be over as they are nine point behind the top six with six matches remaining. The Canaries nearly scored in spectacular fashion after 10 minutes when a header across goal fell to Mathias Kvistgaarden who produced an overhead kick that was narrowly diverted behind for a corner by Madiodio Dia. A free-kick was later flashed across goal as Jacob Wright whipped a right-footed effort towards the back post from a narrow angle on the far side and it flew just wide of the target. The hosts were rewarded for their fine start after 25 minutes when Mattsson picked up the ball on the edge of the box and was able to drive forward before finishing into the bottom left-hand corner with his right foot. Portsmouth came close to equalising moments later when Marlon Pack's corner struck the frame of the goal and bounced into a dangerous area where Conor Chaplin then threw himself at the ball in an attempt to knock it home. A scramble in the box followed but the home defence were able to clear the danger. Pompey were able to gain more possession after the break and just before the hour mark had an appeal for a penalty waved away as the ball appeared to strike an arm from close range. Portsmouth's equaliser eventually came from a free-kick won by Harvey Blair on the right. Dozzell sent the ball into the box which was flicked on by Colby Bishop and the retreating Mattsson could only divert past his own goalkeeper. Ali Ahmed had a late chance for the Canaries as he struck a volleyed effort on goal but his attempt was central and easily dealt with by Portsmouth keeper Nicolas Schmid. Portsmouth boss John Mousinho told BBC Radio Solent: "It feels like a bit point, the biggest thing for me today was the performance. "After the QPR loss we were searching for answers and that was the lowest point of the season, to then go a goal down and respond like we did was really pleasing. "We defended well and dug in when we needed to, Norwich have some very good players and we had to deal with those tough moments when they were on top. "We were in the game when behind which was the most important thing, we weren't clinging on though and we were trying to be positive with the ball when we had it, I thought the subs did really well when they came on too. " Norwich City boss Philippe Clement told BBC Radio Norfolk: "It's frustrating indeed, we could have kept a clean sheet too which is an important thing. "The team still reacted after going behind, someone said to me that this was a game we would have lost at the start of the season. "The reaction was good from the players as they went for the second goal but if you don't score the second or third goal in this game then this can happen. "It was a defensive game today and we should have won more duels, we have more things to work on in the next few weeks in those situations. " After the opportunity to rate players has closed, the score displayed represents the average from all the submissions by BBC Sport users. Comments can not be loaded To load Comments you need to enable Java Script in your browser Last Updated 3rd April 2026 at 18: 42 Please Note: All times UK. Tables are subject to change. The BBC is not responsible for any changes that may be made. Manager: Philippe Clement Formation: 4 - 2 - 3 - 1 Manager: John Mousinho Formation: 4 - 2 - 3 - 1 Manager: Philippe Clement Formation: 4 - 2 - 3 - 1 Manager: John Mousinho Formation: 4 - 2 - 3 - 1 Championship All competitions All competitions All competitions Following their 2-1 win in August, Norwich are looking to complete the league double over Portsmouth for the first time since 1996-97. Portsmouth have won their last two away league games against Norwich, beating them 5-3 last season. They’ve never won three in a row against them before, while their two consecutive wins is more than they managed in their previous 15 visits to Carrow Road (W1 D7 L7). Since the weekend of Philippe Clement’s first game in charge in November, no side has won more Championship games than Norwich (14, level with Coventry City). Portsmouth have lost five of their last six league games (D1), including the last three in a row. They last lost four consecutively in March 2021 in League One. Only Sheffield Wednesday (43) and Oxford (55) have had fewer big chances than Portsmouth in the Championship this season (58), while Pompey have the lowest big chance conversion rate (24. 1%). Fourth official has announced 4 minutes of added time. Corner, Portsmouth. Conceded by Pelle Mattsson. Delay over. They are ready to continue. Delay in match because of an injury Oscar Schwartau (Norwich City). Delay in match because of an injury Terry Devlin (Portsmouth). Foul by Oscar Schwartau (Norwich City). Terry Devlin (Portsmouth) wins a free kick in the defensive half. Attempt saved. Marlon Pack (Portsmouth) right footed shot from outside the box is saved in the top right corner by Vladan Kovacevic (Norwich City). Foul by Harry Darling (Norwich City). Conor Chaplin (Portsmouth) wins a free kick in the attacking half. Kenny Mc Lean (Norwich City) wins a free kick in the defensive half. Foul by Millenic Alli (Portsmouth). Attempt missed. Marlon Pack (Portsmouth) header from very close range misses to the right. Assisted by Conor Chaplin with a cross following a corner. Corner, Portsmouth. Conceded by Jacob Wright. Attempt blocked. Madiodio Dia (Portsmouth) right footed shot from the centre of the box is blocked. Assisted by Regan Poole. Foul by Oscar Schwartau (Norwich City). Terry Devlin (Portsmouth) wins a free kick in the defensive half. Foul by Paris Maghoma (Norwich City). Connor Ogilvie (Portsmouth) wins a free kick in the defensive half. Gustavo Caballero (Portsmouth) is shown the yellow card for a bad foul. Copyright © 2026 BBC. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read about our approach to external linking.