The Blues continue to do without seven first-team members for their latest Championship outing. But as they go in search of form that will hopefully take them off the bottom of the table and towards safety, there’s still difficult decisions to be made as the head coach tries to find the right formula to bring success to Fratton Park this season.
The defeat against Sheffield Wednesday - despite an improvement in Pompey’s performances - shows the Blues need to improve their levels in every department if they are to avoid a return to League One at the first time of asking.
So here’s the changes we expect Mousinho to make for Saturday’s game against Hull, including a change in formation that will likely see Pompey operate a 3-5-2 system.

5. Centre-back 3 - Connor Ogilvie
The defender could be asked to change roles for the game at Hull. After scoring against Sheffield Wednesday last time out, the left-back could form part of a back three as the Blues look to keep things tight at the back against Abu Kamara & Co. | National World

6. Right-wing-back - Terry Devlin
The Northern Irishman has come in and seized his chance after being omitted from six consecutive match-days squads. Even if the injured Jordan Williams or Zak Swanson were available, they'd have a tough job removing Devlin from the current team. | National World
7. Centre-midfield 1 - Marlon Pack
The Pompey skipper started on the bench for the 2-1 defeat against Sheffield Wednesday as John Mousinho recognised his performances levels had dropped. The Blues boss has warned his midfield general has a battle on his hands to get back into the team. However, it's fair to say Andre Dozzell didn't exactly seize his opportunity against the Owls. Hopefully, Pack has taken the message sent out by the head coach on board. | Jason Brown/ProSportsImages

8. Centre-midfield 2 - Freddie Potts
The on-loan West Ham mdfielder has been one of the few shining lights for Pompey so far this season. However, it's fair to say much more is still needed from the Hammer ace if the Blues are to climb their way out of trouble. | Getty Images