There’s much for John Mousinho to ponder in terms of his selection, as the Blues aim to build on their decent-early-season form.
Here’s how we think Pompey will line up as they take on the high-flying outfit, who are looking to bounce back to the Premier League at the first attempt.
9. ACM Conor Chaplin
Honest about his Pompey form since his Pompey return, but it's a matter of when not if that changes. Could possibly be deployed through the middle, but we've started him off the right flank. Photo: Graham Hunt
10. ACM John Swift
This is an interesting one. Could be used deeper, but Marlon Pack has done enough to keep his space. Adrian Segecic or Conor Chaplin could also be deployed in the 10 position, but after the Middlesbrough win we've kept Swift where he is. Photo: Simon Roe
11. LW Minhyeok Yang
Pompey and Championship career's firmly up and running after those two goals in two before the break. Been away with South Korea, but now needs to build on the level he reached which has so encouraged fans. Photo: Graham Hunt
12. CF Colby Bishop
Not been going Bishop's way of late, with just the one goal so far. Is this the stage where the Magic Man's season catches fire again? Don't bet against it. | Graham Hunt/ProSportsImages