There were plenty of missed opportunities for the Blues, who ended the campaign with seven draws in their final 11 games.
Following the appointment of John Mousinho in January, he rejuvenated his new side, who had recorded just one win in their previous 15 league outings.
Although the head coach was able to steer his new side towards the top six, the Blues ended the season on a whimper – finishing eighth in the table.
But where would Pompey sit based on results in 2023?
We’ve taken a look at what the table would look like if the league had started on New Year’s Day.
Here’s where Mousinho’s men would be placed.
21. Bolton - 5th
Games played: 23; Won: 13; Drawn: 5; Lost: 5; Points: 44. Photo: Jan Kruger
22. Barnsley - 4th
Games played: 24; Won: 14; Drawn: 4; Lost: 3; Points: 46. Photo: Gareth Copley
23. Sheffield Wednesday - 3rd
Games played: 22; Won: 14; Drawn: 5; Lost: 3; Points: 47. Photo: Laurence Griffiths
24. Plymouth - 2nd
Games played: 22; Won: 15; Drawn: 3; Lost: 4; Points: 48. Photo: Gareth Copley