That continued with a big three points against relegation rivals Cardiff City on Tuesday, but the Blues will have to arrest their terrible away form to do push on at the Kassam Stadium.
There’s big calls to make for John Mousinho in defensive and attacking areas against his former club.
Here’s how we think he’ll go against his former side.
5. CB Rob Atkinson
Emerging as Pompey's most important defender as rugged form goes from strength to strength. | National World
6. LB Conor Ogilvie
Cult status now for the ginger Roberto Carlos, who is showing us blending defensive steel with attacking intent. | National World
7. CM Andre Dozzell
Confidence is on a high with plenty of that belief evident, as midfielder's charged with helping further forward. | National World
8. CM Isaac Hayden
Expect the Newcastle loanee to plug gaps, put his foot in and shield Pompey's defence again at the Kassam. | Getty Images Photo: Warren Little/Getty Images