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.
17. Sub 5 Marlon Pack
What a positive to be able to call for the skipper from the bench, if that is indeed his role this weekend. | National World
18. Sub 6 Matt Ritchie
Could be time for a rest for the Gosport lad, whose been putting in the hard yards but not necessarily getting his rewards in terms of attacking threat. | National World
19. Sub 7 Kaide Gordon
Could freshen Pompey's attacking options if they are chasing the game at any point in the second half. Photo: Andrew Yates
20. Sub 8 Christian Saydee
Will bring the chaos as and when it's required, as he's done so often before. | National World