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A Southampton pub has said it will be opening from 5am on Sunday to welcome fans travelling to the south coast derby in Portsmouth

The match between Saints and bitter rivals Pompey takes place at Fratton Park on Sunday.

Travelling fans will be driven directly to Fratton Park on club-managed coaches but those staying behind will descend on the pubs in Southampton.

The pubs closest to St Mary’s stadium are bracing for one of the busiest Sundays of the year, after many decided to close ahead...