Pompey’s gruelling Championship schedule continues this afternoon as they welcome high-flying Hull City to Fratton Park.
The Blues return to Fratton Park after three-successive away days, which saw them claim six points out of a possible nine.
Despite triumphs over Charlton Athletic and Millwall, John Mousinho’s men fell to a disappointing 2-1 defeat to sixth-placed Wrexham in midweek.
The result leaves Pompey five points clear of the relegation zone ahead of today’s crucial contest against the Tigers, who make the long trip to the south coast occupying fifth in the standings.
We’ve taken a look at the early team and injury news from both camps ahead of this afternoon’s showdown at Fratton Park.
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1. Pompey v Hull City: Outs and doubts
The early team and injury news ahead of this lunchtime's action between Pompey and Hull City. | Alun Roberts/ProSportsImages
2. Florian Bianchini - Out
Still no timeframe over a return for the Swansea City loanee, who has been absent since November with an ongoing knee issue. | Simon Davies/ProSportsImages
3. Ryan Giles - Out
Giles is facing an eight-week spell on the sidelines due to a hamstring issue, which was sustained against Derby in midweek. | Getty Images
4. Thomas Waddingham - Out
The Aussie was once again pencilled in to complete his long-awaited return this afternoon, but continues to be ruled out after suffering minor set-backs. | Graham Hunt/ProSportsImages