Portsmouth supporters have defended Tareiq Holmes-Dennis after Tuesday night's bad-tempered draw with Bristol Rovers.

The versatile Gas player was on loan at Fratton Park from Huddersfield Town last season, but suffered after a season-ending injury in his very first match.

Holmes-Dennis made his return to Pompey with Rovers on Tuesday night, impressing in a 1-1 draw.

After the game, Holmes-Dennis revealed that one fan had told him that they hoped he would suffer another injury.

Portsmouth fans were quick to support Holmes-Dennis after the comment.

Gareth Darbyshire: That does not reflect on all of our fans views, thought you played well tonight and would of loved to have seen you more last season, good luck with rest of season!

Gemma Raggett: Dont take any notice. It was a pleasure to have you playing for us last season, just gutted we didn't get to see more of you. You looked awesome in that pre season it was exciting.

Fratton Faithful: Great to see you back fit and playing well. Best of luck for the season. 99.99% of Pompey fans would echo this.

Chris Overthrow: THD nothing but respect for you mate. You looked good in preseason games and 30 mins you played for us. Some of us have dark senses of humour so I hope they were joking.

Lee Davies: It was good seeing you back at Fratton last night buddy, ignore those silly people. Gutted we didn't get to see you more than we did when you was at us, you certainly looked good in the game you did play for us. Hope you have a great season, all the best.