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Pompey are back in action this afternoon as they make the long trip to Lancashire to face early strugglers Burnley.
That impressive run has lifted John Mousinho’s troops into early-season play-off talk and are currently just two points outside the top eight.
Burnley, however, have picked up just one win in their opening 12 league matches and this week appointed Fabio Celestini as Nicky Hayen’s successor after he was sacked last weekend, with the Clarets in the relegation zone.
We’ve taken a look at the early team and injury news from both camps ahead of today’s Turf Moor contest.
17. Kyle Walker - Doubt
Walker was withdrawn against Lincoln due to injury. The full extent of the setback is yet to be disclosed by Burnley. | Getty Images
18. Jordan Beyer - Out
Beyer hasn't featured for Burnley since 2023 due to a significant knee injury and although he's returned to training, the left-back isn't expected to return before the new year. | Getty Images
19. Mark Kosznovszky - Out
Kosznovszky has been sidelined since December 2025 with a serious knee injury and is expected to return between December and January. | Simon Roe/ProSportsImages
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20. Jamie Vardy - Doubt
A back issue ruled Vardy out against Lincoln last-time out and it remains to be seen whether the striker will be fit to face Pompey today. | Getty Images