Portsmouth Football Club were surprised and dismayed to learn yesterday of The FA’s decision to scrap replays in the FA Cup.
Like other clubs in the EFL, we were given no prior notice or explanation and are deeply concerned on the impact of this decision on the greatest domestic cup competition in the world, which was proudly won by Pompey in 1939 and 2008.
Replays are part of the fabric of the FA Cup and inject much-needed revenue throughout the entire football pyramid.
We firmly stand with other clubs and supporters across the country in demanding that this decision is urgently reviewed and reconsidered.
