Pompey are back at Fratton Park this weekend as they welcome Blackburn Rovers.
The Blues, of course, picked up a point on the road against Charlton Athletic last time out, which has seen them pick up four points from their previous two matches.
And John Mousinho’s men will be looking to go into the three week international break on a winning note, with Tony Mowbray’s side making the trip to the south coast.
As early-season injury issues continue to hamper both squads, we’ve taken a look at the early team news from both camps.
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1. Pompey v Blackburn Rovers: Early injury news
The early team and injury news from both camps ahead of Saturday's Championship showdown. | Jason Brown
2. Augustus Kargbo - Out
The winger has not appeared for Rovers since October 2025 due to respective thigh and hamstring issues. He's expected to complete his long-awaited comeback after the international break. | Getty Images
3. Franco Umeh - Out
The young Irishman tore his hamstring in pre-season, with Mousinho suggesting the winger could return in November. | Pro Sports Images
4. Yuri Ribeiro - Doubt
The left-back was withdrawn after just 15 minutes against Millwall last time out because of a hamstring issue. The severity of the setback remains to be seen, however. | Getty Images