Despite defeat to Chelsea, Portsmouth caretaker boss Paul Hart is happy he's been confirmed in charge for the rest of this season.

"I am very pleased," said Hart.

"I think it is good for all concerned the club and the players, because there has been a decision made and we can plan a little bit further on now.

"Hopefully we can do what the job is about and that is to stay in this division. It has only been three games but in those games the players have shown magnificent determination and response.

"If we maintain that spirit we will be a very difficult to beat."