On that day, there were just seven players named on the matchday programme, as Michael Appleton was dealt with the challenging task of rebuilding his side while the club was on the brink of liquidation.
After a 1-0 win to Aldershot in the Blues’ first pre-season friendly in 2012, Appleton fielded an unrecognisable team who came out triumphant against the Trotters - defeating Owen Coyle’s side 3-0 at Fratton Park.
Among many of those who started were triallists, there were seven registered names in Pompey’s line-up.
Here’s are those players – and where they are now.
Among many of those who started were triallists, there were seven registered names in Pompey’s line-up.