Ferguson backs Grant to reverse stricken Pompey’s fortunes

ALEX FERGUSON believes Premier League basement dwellers Portsmouth are in a false position.

Ferguson’s Manchester United side visit Fratton Park today looking to collect another three points and exert some pressure on Chelsea ahead of their eagerly-anticipated London derby with Arsenal tomorrow.

Even with Avram Grant installed as manager, few expect anything other than an away win, with Portsmouth believed by many to be certainties for the drop given their much-publicised financial strife and the loss of so many influential players since their 2008 FA Cup win under Harry Redknapp.