Pompey will be looking to kick-start the run-in with a win as they face 10th-placed Norwich City this afternoon.
After the final international break of the campaign, the Blues sit just one point above the relegation zone as the fight for survival heats up.
The Canaries, meanwhile, have hopes of a late push for the play-offs and are one of the divisions most in-form outfits after a brilliant transformation under Phillipe Clement.
We’ve taken a look at the early team and injury news from both camps ahead of the Good Friday fixture.
9. Jeffrey Schlupp - Doubt
Clement revealed in his pre-match press conference that the 33-year-old recently returned to training, having been sidelined since November with a hamstring problem. He'll be another who will be assessed prior to this afternoon's showdown. | Getty Images
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10. Mark Kosznovszky - Out
The Hungarian is one of four members of Mousinho's squad set to miss the run-in. Kosznovszky is sidelined with ACL and MCL damage. | Graham Hunt/ProSportsImages
11. Oscar Schwartau - Doubt
The attacking midfielder has returned to training, with a call set to be made over his fitness. | Getty Images
12. Aji Alese - Out
Alese is back in Sunderland receiving treatment after suffering a season-ending quad issue against Preston North End in February. | Graham Hunt/ProSportsImages