After wins over Stevenage and Colchester in the Carabao Cup and EFL Trophy respectively, the Blues’ latest promotion push will start at Fratton Park.
Kenny Jackett named a strong side in the 2-0 victory against Colchester on Tuesday, handing debuts to new-boys Cameron Pring and Callum Johnson.
A fast start in the third tier is required, with pressure on Jackett after last campaign’s play-off disappointment at Oxford.
Here's the team the Pompey boss looks likely to name as he bids to start the league season with three points...
1. Goalkeeper - Craig MacGillivray
Has looked as solid as ever since he's been back in the team and will relish a first league appearance of 2020 Photo: Joe Pepler
2. Right-back - Callum Johnson
A solid debut for the defender against Colchester, just a day after his arrival from Accrington. Would be surprising to see him dropped. Photo: Joe Pepler
3. Centre-back - Jack Whatmough
Looked as classy as ever on his return to the team against Colchester. Would be extremely harsh if he's dropped. Photo: Joe Pepler
4. Left centre-back - Sean Raggett
Currently first-choice centre-half and looked plenty assured next to Jack Whatmough on Tuesday. Photo: Joe Pepler