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Portsmouth pair Jackett, Naylor fancy Arsenal upset

Portsmouth fancy themselves for an FA Cup upset tonight against Arsenal.

Pompey boss Kenny Jackett, who led Millwall to the semi-finals of the FA Cup in 2013, said he does not think the magnitude of the occasion will be an issue for his side, who are third in League One.

"You're playing against one of the genuinely great clubs in this country," he said.

"It's a great game for us, a mouth-watering tie and definitely one we're looking forward to. I don't think the players will be overawed."

Pompey captain Tom Naylor is hopeful the atmosphere at Fratton Park can be used to the home side's advantage.

"I wouldn't necessarily use the word intimidating but [it's an] old-fashioned ground, tight, a passionate crowd and we have to use those assets," he said.

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