Portsmouth defender Hermann Hreidarsson has no doubts they will beat the drop.

Hreidarsson knows they face a tough run of games which includes Manchester United, Aston Villa, Sunderland, Chelsea, Liverpool and Arsenal before the end of the year.

"It's been the story of the season - playing the football, creating the chances, being the better side but not picking up the points," he said.

"We're still in contention but we need a little run.

"We have to turn Fratton Park into a fortress - starting on Saturday against Manchester United. We'll have a go at them."