After a long summer break, Championship football is back at Fratton Park as Pompey kick-start the new season.
John Mousinho’s new-look side host QPR this afternoon - 3pm kick-off - with the head coach looking to begin the campaign on a winning note following a summer of transition.
Nine players have so far arrived at PO4 during the window, which includes the signings of Abu Kamara, Benjy Arthur and Ryan Kavuma-McQueen.
Ahead of this afternoon’s curtain raiser, we’ve taken a look at the early team and injury news from both camps as Pompey bid to kick-off the new season with maximum points.
13. Josh Murphy - Out
Murphy is still yet to return to full training, with the winger still nursing minor niggles. | Pro Sports Images
14. Jonathan Varane - Doubt
The midfielder has been the subject of interest this summer, but is expected to play some part against Pompey after recovering from a minor setback. | Getty Images
15. Thomas Waddingham - Out
Waddingham suffered ankle ligament damage after a nasty challenge against West Ham last week, which will likely rule him out for 6-10 weeks. | Chris Foxwell
16. Ryan Kavuma-McQueen - Doubt
Kavuma-McQueen was unveiled as the Blues' ninth summer signing and it remains to be seen if he was registered before midday on Friday. | Portsmouth FC