So we thought of a way that might put a few smiles on fans’ faces. We’ve delved into the archives and picked out photos of members of Kenny Jackett’s side in years gone by.
Indeed, there are plenty of fresh-faced photos of the Pompey squad – with one picture from the previous decade!
Scroll down and click through the pages to see all the images...
1. Tom Naylor
Pompey's skipper was absolutely gutted after Mansfield's FA Trophy final defeat to Darlington in 2011. Photo: Angela Ward
2. Ellis Harrison
A little less hair than the striker has now aged 19 in action for Bristol Rovers. Photo: Pete Norton
3. Christian Burgess of Middlesbrough in action during the npower Championship match between Sheffield Wednesday and Middlesbrough at Hillsborough Stadium on May 4, 2013 in Sheffield, England. (Photo by Pete Norton/Getty Images)
Where are the long locks?! The centre-back in action on his Football League debut for Middlesbrough in 2013. Photo: Pete Norton
4. Gareth Evans
The fans' favourite in action for Bradford in 2011. Like a fine wine. Photo: Pete Norton