PO4cast: Pompey Podcast

Hugh, Freddie, and Joth are back with their January transfer special. The lads dig into who Portsmouth could realistically bring in this window. Using data, video analysis, and insights from contacts around the leagues, the lads pick their preferred targets for each position of need. Plus, Luton podcaster Phil drops in to give the inside scoop on Pompey’s new signing Millenic Ali and what fans can expect from him at Fratton Park. 💥 Episode Highlights: 📊 Recruitment deep dive: Using data, scouting, and club insight to identify potential signings. 🧩 Position-by-position picks: We run through players who could strengthen Pompey’s weakest areas. 💰 Transfer realities: Who is available, what deals could be done, and where value lies in the market. 🗣️ Guest appearance: Luton Town podcaster Phil on Millenic Ali and his potential impact. 💙 Support the Podcast: 🤝 Buy us a coffee 🐦 @PO4cast 📧 PO4cast@gmail.com 🎧 Follow & Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms. #Pompey #PortsmouthFC #PUP #EFL #PO4cast #TransferWindow #MillenicAli #LutonTown

Pompey are finally back to winning ways! Hugh, Andy, and Freddie break down a massive victory over Blackburn that lifts the Blues out of the relegation zone. 💥 Episode Highlights: 🧱 Defensive duo developing — Hayden Matthews and Ibane Bowat forming a solid partnership at the back. 🤔 Selection headache — what happens when Reegan Poole returns from injury? ⚡Full back energy — Terry Devlin and Zak Swanson shining and LB and RB 📉 Swift struggles again — John Swift off the pace, while Mark Kosznovszky impressed when coming on. 🎯 Attacking options — analysing the front four and whether Colby Bishop should return to the starting XI. 🔍 Derby preview — the lads look ahead to the next big challenge at Pride Park. 🎄 Christmas Fundraiser: Pompey fans are coming together to support the local food bank this Christmas. Please donate if you can ⬇️ ❤️ https://www.justgiving.com/page/pompey-news-now-5 💙 Support the Podcast: 🤝 Buy us a coffee 🐦 @PO4cast 📧 PO4cast@gmail.com 🎧 Follow & Subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms. #Pompey #PortsmouthFC #PUP #LeagueOne #EFL #PO4cast

Hugh, Andy, and Freddie are back with two special guests later in the show! The lads kick things off by breaking down Pompey’s ongoing struggles, including: • ⚽ Poor defending from set pieces • ❌ Lack of goals and what to do with Colby Bishop • 🔄 Possible formation changes and fresh attacking options • 🧠 John Mousinho’s tactics, in-game decisions & overall style • 🧩 Summer recruitment struggles and who’s failed to make an impact • 💰 Early thoughts on the January transfer window ⚔️ 32:05 — Louis from BBC London Sport and Charlton Live (@charltonlive) previews Saturday’s trip to The Valley. 🦢 51:06 — Luke from SwansCast (@SwansCastMedia) joins to look ahead to Tuesday’s away game in Wales. 💙 Please help support the podcast ⬇️ 🤝 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PO4cast @PO4cast 📧 PO4cast@gmail.com

After the international break, it’s back to business for Pompey! Hugh, Andy, and Freddie are back to discuss all things Pompey from returning players to tactical tweaks. The lads welcome Micky from That Millwall Podcast to preview Saturday’s clash at Fratton Park. In This Episode: • ⚽ Can the returning trio — Callum Lang, Adrian Segecic, and Nico Schmid — spark a turnaround in Pompey’s form? • 🧒 Academy prospects in line to cover for Connor Ogilvie • 🇦🇺 Has Pompey’s Australian recruitment strategy been a problem? • 🎯 Who should make up the best attacking midfield trio behind the striker? • 🌍 International Watch: How Pompey’s players performed for their countries • 🦁 25:46 – Millwall Preview: Micky from That Millwall Podcast joins to discuss Saturday’s game That Millwall Podcast - Sports Rehab Injury episode: https://youtu.be/vKaf81By5cI?si=dHk2uQfHKVCpK08Z 💙 Please help support the podcast ⬇️ 🤝 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PO4cast @PO4cast 📧 PO4cast@gmail.com

Hugh, Andy and Freddie dive into the game and discuss when Pompey last looked so aimless. The lads break down what’s going on with the team in a bit of group therapy. Nathan from RobRyanRed Wrexham AFC Podcast (@RobRyanRed) joins the show to preview everything you need to know about the game on Wednesday night. Finally, we preview the game away at Hull. 5:03 - Birmingham review and review what’s caused such a lacklustre performance. Can the team turn it around and how? 38:35 - Wrexham preview with Nathan from RobRyanRed Wrexham AFC Podcast 01:15:38 - Hull City preview 💙 Please help support the podcast ⬇️ 🤝 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PO4cast @PO4cast 📧 PO4cast@gmail.com

A week of Midlands opposition lands Pompey an away point. Hugh, Andy, and Freddie review the game against Leicester and the rise of Yang. The lads then dive into the game against potentially the Championship's best team in Coventry. Dan from Every Step Along the Way Podcast (@EveryStepAlong) joins the show to give you the lowdown on everything you need to know about the early kickoff vs Stoke. 💙 Please help support the podcast ⬇️ 🤝 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PO4cast @PO4cast 📧 PO4cast@gmail.com

Synopsis: Andy and Freddie are back this week without Hugh who is in... Belgium? Bulgaria? Belarus? One of the Bs. This week, Andy and Freddie: - chat through the key events from the strong 1-0 win at home against Middlesborough - take a deeper dive into the numbers underpinning John Swift and Colby Bishop's seasons so far - pay tribute to Milan Mandaric who sadly passed away this week - try to imagine what it would be like for Pompey to have the same attitude to manager turnover as Watford do - look ahead to the international break with a summary of which Pompey squad members are likely to feature.