Joe Morrell will be hoping to join that group next week, and become of the few players to have featured at a World Cup while a Pompey player.
But who are the men to have gone to finals while earning their trade at Fratton Park?
We've compiled the definitive list of those who were named in the squad for their countries, with 13 of the group gaining playing time while three remained on the bench.
9. Ognjen Koroman
Ognjen Koroman played in two group fixtures for Serbia & Montenegro at the 2006 World Cup in Germany. Photo: John Walton
10. David James
Was still a Pompey player at the South Africa World Cup in 2010. Replaced Rob Green after his USA blunder and made three appearances as England were knocked out in the last 16. Photo: Martin Rickett
11. Nadir Belhadj
Was part of the Algeria squad who drew 0-0 with England in 2010 amid three outings. Photo: Jamie McDonald
12. Hassan Yebda
Like Belhadj, the midfieder played all three group games for Algeria in South Africa back in 2010. Photo: Matthias Hangst