Keith Hill’s men didn't come back with the points after a positive performance over the weekend.
Remi Matthews made a great save to prevent the ball passing through from Curtis's strike as Portsmouth attempted to break the 0-0 deadlock.
Portsmouth managed to put themselves in front however, three minutes before the break when Burgess scored. This determined the final score of the match, 1-0 to Portsmouth.
Bolton play again on Tuesday 28th January against Bristol Rovers.