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Explosive Incident Mars Portsmouth-Southampton Derby, Injures Two

1/27/2026

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A pyrotechnic device exploded during the Portsmouth–Southampton derby, injuring a ball boy and a staff member.
Three people were arrested, including one man charged with encroaching onto the pitch.
Portsmouth Football Club condemned the actions of fans, saying they would face significant sanctions and potential criminal investigations.
The club is reviewing CCTV footage to identify those responsible.
The match finished 1-1, with Portsmouth moving out of the Championship relegation zone.

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A pyrotechnic device exploded during the Portsmouth–Southampton derby, injuring a ball boy and a staff member.
Three people were arrested, including one man charged with encroaching onto the pitch.
Portsmouth Football Club condemned the actions of fans, saying they would face significant sanctions and potential criminal investigations.
The club is reviewing CCTV footage to identify those responsible.
The match finished 1-1, with Portsmouth moving out of the Championship relegation zone.