After struggling with limited senior professionals in recent months, the Pompey boss has seen players return to the fray over the recent stoppage to the season.
That means Cowley has some calls to make as his team look for the three points at Whaddon Road – here’s how we think he’ll go.
5. Mahlon Romeo
Millwall loanee set to return at Cheltenham if Pompey return to a back three. Photo: The News
6. Louis Thompson
Tunnicliffe is pushing for a start but coming off the two-and-a-half week break could favour the ex-Norwich man. Photo: JPIMedia
7. Joe Morrell
Probably at the head of the midfield pack for Pompey Photo: JPIMedia
8. Connor Ogilvie
Being pushed by Denver Hume on the left and will be a close call between the pair. Photo: JPIMedia