John Mousinho’s side then took the lead from the penalty spot in the second half through Callum Lang and held on for an opening win of the campaign in their 10th attempt. It is also Portsmouth's first win away at QPR in 12 matches, securing three points there for the first time since 1961.

Portsmouth came from behind to beat QPR 2-1 at Loftus Road to secure a first Championship win of the season and leave the west London side bottom of the table.

Follow live coverage as Queens Park Rangers face Portsmouth in the Championship today. An increasingly competitive second tier in English football remains an intense and exciting competition, with the prize of a place in the Premier League on offer at the end of the season.

Expect goalkeeper Paul Nardi to be shielded by a back three of Jimmy Dunne, Steve Cook and Morgan Fox, while Sam Field and Nicolas Madsen could start as a double pivot in midfield. Winger Karamoko Dembele was forced off due to injury last time out, and he could be replaced in the starting lineup by Lucas Andersen.

Former Blackpool and Queens Park Rangers manager Neil Critchley has swiftly returned to football, taking over the managerial role at Scottish Premiership club

Follow live coverage as Queens Park Rangers face Portsmouth in the Championship today. An increasingly competitive second tier in English football remains an intense and exciting competition, with the prize of a place in the Premier League on offer at the end of the season.