Do Portsmouth have the edge over troubled Southampton?
Portsmouth FC faces Southampton in an upcoming derby match, with fans and analysts speculating that Southampton's internal issues could give Portsmouth an advantage. Southampton is currently dealing with disciplinary hearings and player injuries.
Why it matters
The match highlights the impact of off-field administrative and disciplinary issues on team performance in professional sports.
Figure caption, The Big South Coast Derby Preview
Portsmouth have not won against Southampton since 2010 but could their rivals' current predicament provide a good opportunity to end that run when they meet at St Mary's on Sunday (12:00 BST)?
Saints are awaiting the outcome of boss Tonda Eckert's hearing regarding his punishment for Spygate charges, while key players such as striker Cyle Larin and goalkeeper Daniel Peretz face injury doubts.
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