The new Championship season is just a matter of weeks away and Pompey will hope to build on a solid return to the second tier when they return to competitive action next month.
After securing promotion via an outstanding League One title win just over a year ago, John Mousinho’s side secured a 16th-placed finish after shaking off some iearly-season nconsistency to show some clear signs of improvement during the second half of the campaign.
New signings have been secured in the form of West Bromwich Albion midfielder John Swift and Australian winger Adrian Segecic, while a third new arrival is close as MTK Budapest star Mark Kosznovszky rapidly nears a move to Fratton Park.
But where are Pompey expected to finish in this season’s Championship table? We take a look at a predicted table with the help of AI tool Grok3.

5. 5. West Brom - 80 points
Grok3: Consistent play-off contenders with favourable early fixtures. | Getty Images

6. 6. Wrexham - 78 points
Grok3: AI predicts a surprise play-off spot; momentum from promotions. | Getty Images Photo: George Wood

7. 7. Coventry City - 76 points
Grok3: Perennial play-off contenders but may miss out after last season’s loss. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images

8. 8. Bristol City - 72 points
Grok3: Solid mid-table side; close to play-offs but goal difference may hurt. | Getty Images
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