And there’s much for boss John Mousinho to ponder, after Tuesday’s Carabao Cup success at Forest Green.
Mousinho made 10 changes from the opening day with his side picking up a 3-1 success, with plenty now pushing for league inclusion.
Here’s how we think Pompey will line up at Brisbane Road.
5. LCB: Ryley Towler
Sean Raggett impressed at Forest Green and there's a conversation to be had about him starting and Poole going to the left of the central defensive pairing, but he feeling is Towler starts. Photo: Jason Brown
6. LB: Connor Ogilvie
Sparkes is knocking the door after Forest Green, but Mousinho is likely to go with Ogilvie's stoic qualities for this one. Photo: Jason Brown
7. DCM: Marlon Pack
Will be interesting to see if it's a single or double pivot, but either way Pack starts with the armband. Photo: Jason Brown
8. ACM: Joe Morrell
Was a solid performer against Bristol Rovers, though was a stretch when he was named sponsor's man of the match. Photo: Jason Brown