Redknapp commends defence

Portsmouth boss Harry Redknapp reserved praise for his defence after their goalless draw with Aston Villa.

‘Ban this idiot!’

Phil Thompson called for firm action to be taken after linesman Phil Sharp was hit by an object at Villa Park.

Harry Condemns Coin Thrower

Harry Redknapp believes a 50p coin which hit a linesman at Villa Park had been meant for him.

Assistant referee Phil Sharp needed treatment for a cut to his forehead after the coin was thrown from the Trinity Road Stand behind Pompey’s dugout.

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Premier League round-up

Liverpool snatched a thrilling win at home to Wigan, Chelsea crushed Middlesbrough and Arsenal came from behind to beat Everton.

Half Time: Aston Villa 0 Pompey 0

Sean Davis and Armand Traore both had good first-half chances for Pompey but were unable to break the deadlock at Villa Park.

Harry Redknapp made two changes from the side that beat Stoke before the international break, with Noe Pamarot and Glen Littl…