Pompey are on the road for the first time in the Championship this season as they visit newly-promoted Lincoln City.
Meanwhile, the Imps, now under the joint management of Tom Shaw and Chris Cohen, also tasted defeat on their return to the second tier after falling to a 2-1 reverse to Middlesbrough at the Riverside Stadium.
We’ve taken a look at the early team and injury news from both camps ahead of this lunchtime’s showdown at Sincil Bank.
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9. Jacob Farrell - Out
The Aussie continues to be absent with an ongoing groin issue, which has kept him sidelined throughout pre-season. | Habibur Rahman
10. Tayo Singerr - Out
The youngster remains sidelined with a hamstring issue. | Graham Hunt/ProSportsImages
11. Sonny Bradley - Out
The former Pompey defender will miss this afternoon's contest at Sincil Bank as he continues to sit out with a knee issue. | Getty Images
12. Keshi Anderson - Out
The winger is anticipated to return from a thigh injury in October. | Graham Hunt/ProSportsImages