Pompey are back amongst their home supporters this weekend as they hope to preserve their unbeaten record in League One against Charlton Athletic.
Blues suffered a defeat to Chesterfield in the FA Cup on Sunday, but bounced back with a 2-1 win against Leyton Orient on Tuesday night in the EFL Trophy. Christian Saydee put Pompey in front and then Joe Piggott equalised but with 15 minutes left on the clock Abu Kamara scored the decisive goal. Pompey's win came in spite of Sean Raggett who was red carded after just 20 minutes at Brisbane Road.
Charlton didn't play in the week but did draw against non-league Cray Valley Paper Mill in the FA Cup last Sunday. Scott Fraser gave the Addicks the lead but an own goal from Lucas Ness means they'll have to play a replay later this month to add to the busy fixture schedule. A total of 10 places and 14 points separate the two sides going into the match with Pompey on 35 and Charlton on 21.
Pompey don't have the best of records against Charlton and in a 27-year time frame, they've won just once against them at home. Charlton have won 10 of the last 11 matches in Hampshire, and those games have been played across the Premier League and League One.
A sold-out away end will be backing Charlton, whilst Pompey who boast some of the best support in the division, will also have a good crowd. Several personnel won't be making the trip with Charlton however as they have a few players out with injury. Here's the latest team news ahead of Pompey versus Charlton Athletic.
13. Connor Ogilvie - out
Conor Ogilvie has had a few knocks and niggles this season, but is out for the coming weeks with an ankle problem. | Jason Brown Photo: Jason Brown
14. Connor Ogilvie - out (continued)
Mousinho: ‘It’s the ankle ligament damage that we expected. You’re probably looking 6-8 weeks for Connor. It’s one of those really unfortunate things – slipped when no-one was around him and went over on his ankle. "There’s a bit of ligament damage there. Those are never straightforward, so not long-term but not short-term – a medium-term one for Connor.’ | Jason Brown Photo: Jason Brown
15. Marlon Pack - doubt (continued)
Mousinho said on Monday; "Marlon trained today (Monday). He trained with the group so is fully back involved. It might be a bit soon for him but there could be an opportunity for Marlon to be back at the weekend. "It’s probably slightly soon so will probably leave it until after the international break. "I think after the international break and ahead of the Blackpool game, he will be available for selection.' | Jason Brown Photo: Jason Brown
16. Marlon Pack - out
Marlon Pack's been missing for the last month after injuring his left ankle. His presence has been missed in the centre of the park, however he's closing in on a return, and could at least be amongst the substitutes this weekend. | Jason Brown Photo: Jason Brown