Come kick-off, 91 days will have passed since that 1-0 defeat to Accrington on the final day of last season at Fratton Park.
And since then 23 senior players will have either left or arrived at PO4 as Danny Cowley continues his Blues overhaul.
At present, 10 of that number have been new signings.
But how many of those are expected to start against the Cod Army, while how many remain from the team that lost to Accy and hence missed out on a play-off place last term?
Here’s our Pompey writer Jordan Cross’ answer to that very question….
17. George Hirst - Sub 6
New striker looked bright in 45-minute Bournemouth outing on Tuesday. Likely to be the first striking option Cowley turns to. Photo: Portsmouth FC
18. Ellis Harrison - Sub 7
Back after coronavirus and linked with a move to Oxford, but could well be needed with Michael Jacobs close to a move to Ipswich. Photo: Nigel Keene