Starting with two days of testing, John Mousinho’s squad will back on the training pitch fully from today as they build up their fitness ahead of the August 9 kick-off against Oxford United.
Here are a collection of photos from the first few days of pre-season training over the last 15 years, including the eras of Steve Cotterill, Michael Appleton, Guy Whittingham, Paul Cook, Kenny Jackett, Danny Cowley and Mousinho.
See how many players from the past – and present – you can recognise...
17. Portsmouth Training Ground - June 2018
Jack Whatmough and Dion Donohue at Pompey's training ground in June 2018. Picture : Habibur Rahman Photo: Habibur Rahman
18. Pompey Training Ground - June 2019
Pompey pre-season training in June 2019. Picture: Habibur Rahman Photo: Habibur Rahman
19. Wellington Sports Ground - July 2010
Michael Brown, David Nugent, Hayden Mullins, Marc Wilson and Tommy Smith on the first day of pre-season under Steve Cotterill in July 2010. Picture: Robin Jones Photo: Robin Jones
20. Portchester - June 2015
Pompey return to training with runs in Portchester in June 2015. Picture: Colin Farmery Photo: Colin Farmery