Portsmouth won their first major trophy for 69 years and Redknapp believes any lingering doubts the fans had about him have been erased.

"It's been a difficult year in many ways for me but as far as the football is concerned it's fantastic," said Redknapp.

"In life, everyone goes through tough times and it's been a difficult few weeks but we got the result today and that's great.

"How will I celebrate? If I can get away and see if my dogs are all right at home then get my wife in the car I'd like to slip out tonight to a nice local restaurant and have a bottle of wine.

"Then maybe I'll take a ride around the town and see how the fans are celebrating.

"Let's face it, this win is all for them isn't it? It's a long time since Pompey fans - a long time for Cardiff fans - have been to a cup final but they've had a great day.

"For me the biggest feeling is one of relief. There are no easy games any more and Cardiff gave us a tough battle.

"But you just have to see it through when the pressure is on just like I've had to go into work every day with a smile on my face. That's my job to make sure everyone's up and not feel sorry for myself."