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‘Thank you’: Portsmouth goal hero pens emotional message after Fratton Park injury woes

Thomas Waddingham marked his Pompey return with the winning goal in Saturday’s 2-1 win over Millwall.

Portsmouth News

Published: Tuesday, 27 October 2026 at 5:00 AM

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Thomas Waddingham shared an emotional message thanking fans and staff after scoring Portsmouth's winning goal against Millwall.
The 21-year-old netted the decisive 82nd-minute strike to secure a 2-1 victory at Fratton Park.
Waddingham returned following two surgeries and multiple lengthy layoffs due to hamstring, quad, and ankle injuries.

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Portsmouth striker Thomas Waddingham expressed gratitude to supporters and manager John Mousinho after scoring the 82nd-minute winning goal in Saturday's 2-1 victory over Millwall. The 21-year-old took to Instagram following the match to reflect on the challenging period he faced during his extended spell on the sidelines, which included enduring two surgeries.

Waddingham, who joined Pompey from Brisbane Roar in 2025, has faced multiple injury setbacks, including hamstring, quad, and ankle ligament problems. Mousinho commended the forward's resilience after the match, praising his goalscoring instincts as Waddingham secured his first goal at Fratton Park.

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