Starting with two days of testing, John Mousinho’s squad will back on the training pitch fully from today as they build up their fitness ahead of the August 9 kick-off against Oxford United.
Here are a collection of photos from the first few days of pre-season training over the last 15 years, including the eras of Steve Cotterill, Michael Appleton, Guy Whittingham, Paul Cook, Kenny Jackett, Danny Cowley and Mousinho.
See how many players from the past – and present – you can recognise...
1. Pompey Training Ground - June 2022
Pompey players training at their training ground in June 2022. Picture: Habibur Rahman Photo: Habibur Rahman
2. Portchester - May 2016
Pompey pre-season workout at Portchester in May 2016. Picture: Ian Hargreaves (160855-11) Photo: Ian Hargreaves
3. Portugal - June 2015
Pompey's players cool down after a session under Paul Cook in Portugal in June 2015. Photo: None
4. Wellington Sports Ground - July 2012
Pompey boss Michael Appleton oversees Pompey's first day back in training in July 20212. Picture: Robin Jones Photo: Robin Jones