John Mousinho has spoken about ‘difficult decisions and difficult conversations’ as he weighs up changes during a gruelling period of three games in six days.
Here’s how we think the Blues could line up for tonight’s clash with that fellow Championship strugglers.
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Callum Lang was Pompey's star man in their 2-1 victory over QPR. Picture: Jason Brown/ProSportsImages Photo: Jason Brown/ProSportsImages
2. GK Nicolas Schmid
Irrespective of his role in QPR’s opener, when the Austrian’s weak header outside his box was lobbed into an open net by Kander Dembele, he still produced several good saves. With Will Norris out with a minor knee issue, leaving Jordan Archer as the only other goalkeeping rival, Schmid will keep his place against Cardiff. Photo: Jason Brown
3. RWB - Jordan Williams
Now enjoying a run in the side as a full-back/wing-back and looking far more at ease compared to earlier stints as a central defender in a back four. With Zak Swanson out nursing a heel injury, Williams will start on Tuesday night. Photo: Jason Brown
4. LWB - Josh Murphy
One of the Blues best recruits of the summer transfer window, albeit has been asked to operate as a left wing-back following the recent system switch to a back three. Has returned well following a delayed beginning to the season through injury, starting Pompey’s last six fixtures. Photo: Jason Brown