Cheltenham Town v Portsmouth: How Blues will line up as they aim to extend League One lead

Pompey aim to extend their lead at the top of League One as they go to Cheltenham.

By Jordan Cross

Published 5th Jan 2024, 13:00 BST

Updated 5th Jan 2024, 13:08 BST

The Robins are upwardly mobile under Darrell Clarke and expected to present the Blues with a stern physical test at Whaddon Road.

Here’s how we think John Mousinho’s side will line up.

Pompey aim to extend their League One lead at Cheltenham.

1. Pompey predicted line-up

Pompey aim to extend their League One lead at Cheltenham. Photo: Jason Brown

One outstanding first-half stop against Stevenage with distribution back to usual high levels after Exeter blip.

2. GK: Will Norris

One outstanding first-half stop against Stevenage with distribution back to usual high levels after Exeter blip. Photo: Jason Brown

Got a clear run at right-back with Swanson sidelined and performing impressively anyway.

3. RB: Joe Rafferty

Got a clear run at right-back with Swanson sidelined and performing impressively anyway. Photo: Jason Brown

Could have some competition this month, but hard to take out of the team on current form.

4. CB Sean Raggett

Could have some competition this month, but hard to take out of the team on current form. Photo: Jason Brown

Pompey Cheltenham Town League One Darrell Clarke John Mousinho

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