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.
. Could Curtis return at Cheltenham?
The Republic of Ireland international is pushing for inclusion after two games on the bench. Photo: Malcolm Bryce
. Hayden Carter
Enjoy him while we can, because it looks like he'll be in the Championship next season. Photo: The News
. Sean Raggett
If anyone ends the season in front of Raggett, they'll likely be player of the season. Photo: The News
. Mahlon Romeo
Millwall loanee set to return at Cheltenham if Pompey return to a back three. Photo: The News
. 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
17. SUB 7: Aiden O'Brien
Cowley has doubts about the striker starting consecutive games, so could well drop to the bench. Photo: JPIMedia
18. SUB 7: Tyler Walker
Had ankle problems before the pause in the season. Could start if Cowley goes with two strikers but a place on the bench is his otherwise. Photo: The News