Will Norris, Pompey’s goalkeeper, scrutinized League One’s leading defensive record, admitting there’s room for enhancement, particularly in the minutiae of defensive play, pivotal for success this season.
Norris clinched his 18th clean sheet in a significant 1-0 win against Peterborough United, where John Mousinho’s side became the first to thwart Posh’s home scoring in the league this season. This adds to Norris’ exceptional debut campaign after joining from Burnley. Pompey boasts the best defensive stats in League One this term, conceding 32 goals, two fewer than second-placed Derby.
However, Norris, setting high standards, believes their defensive performances could have been even better. While he refrains from divulging personal targets, he remains steadfast in his belief that success or failure hinges on the fine details at the back.
Norris underscores the collective responsibility for defensive solidity and acknowledges the ongoing pursuit of perfection, crucial for achieving their promotion ambitions, with seven League One games left this season.
