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Brett plays hero and villain for Pompey

By Alex Crook

STAR MAN BEN CLOSE Portsmouth

BRETT Pitman went from villain to hero to earn Portsmouth a hard-fought win at home to Bolton and ease the pressure on manager Kenny Jackett.
Pitman headed the winning goal in the 66th minute as Pompey picked up only their second victory of the season.
The striker had earlier hit the post with a penalty after John Marquis had been brought down by Jack Hobbs. Portsmouth were booed off at half-time after Bolton had the better of a dull opening half, with Ali Crawford, Will Buckley and Rhibaud Verlinden all going close.
The home fans became increa...

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