Match Details:
Date: April 4, 1988
Venue: Fratton Park, Portsmouth
Result: Portsmouth 0 - 1 Nottingham Forest
Key Events:
Nottingham Forest Goal: The only goal of the match was scored by Garry Parker.
Match Context: This match was crucial for both teams, as Portsmouth was fighting to avoid relegation, while Nottingham Forest was aiming to secure a higher position in the league.
Match Summary:
Portsmouth hosted Nottingham Forest at Fratton Park on April 4, 1988. In a closely contested match, Nottingham Forest emerged victorious with a narrow 1-0 win, thanks to a goal from Garry Parker. Despite their efforts, Portsmouth was unable to find the back of the net. The defeat was a setback for Portsmouth in their battle against relegation, and ultimately, they were relegated at the end of the season. Nottingham Forest, managed by Brian Clough, secured the win which contributed to their respectable finish in the league that season.
This match is remembered as a hard-fought contest, with Portsmouth showing determination but ultimately falling short against a strong Nottingham Forest side.