Ben Close’s stunning first-half strike was followed by Tom Naylor’s effort 15 minutes from time. That was enough to secure a first three points of the new campaign at the second attempt after defeat at Shrewsbury on the opening day. Check out our selection of pictures from the match.
1. Pompey v Tranmere
Chairman Michael Eisner (left) and Will Farrell at Fratton Park Photo: Joe Pepler
2. Pompey v Tranmere
Ronan Curtis tries his luck Photo: Joe Pepler
3. Pompey v Tranmere
Ben Close celebrates his brilliant opener Photo: Joe Pepler
4. Pompey v Tranmere
Pompey celebrate Ben Close's stunning opener Photo: Joe Pepler