There’s been a few hiccups along the way at Fratton Park, but fans have returned in their droves to get their football fix after being robbed of the chance during the coronavirus pandemic.
Of course, ongoing PO4 redevelopment work and health and safety measures means Pompey’s attendances will continue to be affected for the time being.
However, that didn’t stop 17,418 getting in to watch the recent 4-0 thumping of Sunderland.
And no doubt, those types of figures will continue as the Fratton faithful continue to get behind Danny Cowley and his team – with next week’s home game against Ipswich one that will surely have fans flocking back.
But where does Pompey’s attendances rank among their League One rivals?
Well, they certainly put them in the top 10 – despite the restrictions in place.
Here’s the current top 10 after the latest round of matches...
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9. Ipswich Town (3) - 19,571
It was a summer of upheaval at Portman Road as manager Paul Cook aims to guide the Tractor Boys back to the Championship at the third attempt. A change of ownership in East Anglia saw a renewed sense of optimism from Ipswich supporters and that shows with over a 19,000 average attendance. (Photo by Stephen Pond/Getty Images) Photo: Stephen Pond
10. Sheffield Wednesday (2) - 22,476
Hillsborough remains one of the most iconic stadiums within the EFL and despite Sheffield Wednesday's relegation to League One last season the Owls still attract in excess of 22,000 supporters on a match day. Darren Moore's side are currently mid table in League One. (Photo by Nathan Stirk/Getty Images) Photo: Nathan Stirk
11. Sunderland (1) - 29,575
The Black Cats may be in their fourth season at League One level but attendance figures remain as impressive as ever with almost 30,000 on average inside the Stadium of Light. Lee Johnson's side have made an excellent start to the campaign with the red and white army hopeful this will finally be their year to earn promotion back to the Championship. (Photo by Matthew Ashton/Getty Images) Photo: Matthew Ashton