But has Pompey’s poor run of form altered how the bookies are predicting League One season will map out following last season’s disappointment? Do Bet365 still have south coast club as being promoted despite the sobering result to Jack Ross’ Black Cats? Scroll down and click through the pages to find out.
17. Burton Albion (7th)
4/1 to gain promotion to the Championship. Photo: Nathan Stirk
18. Lincoln (6th)
7/2 to gain promotion to the Championship. Photo: Laurence Griffiths
19. Peterborough United (5th)
4/1 to gain promotion to the Championship. Photo: Pete Norton
20. Rotherham United (4th)
3/1 to gain promotion to the Championship. Photo: George Wood