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.
17. Tariq Lamptey - Out
Stephan is hopeful of having the former Brighton man in his ranks before the September international break. Lamptey is set to miss the trip to Fratton Park as he continues his rehab from a long-term issue. | Getty Images
18. Jacob Farrell - Out
The left-back, who has featured just three times for Pompey during his hugely-frustrating two-year stay, remains absent after picking up an issue in his recovery from an ongoing groin issue. | Habibur Rahman
19. Josef Bursik - Out
Bursik is working his way back to full fitness after suffering a calf injury against Stoke in April. | Alun Roberts/ProSportsImages
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20. Paul Smyth - Doubt
The attacker is another who is expected to return to the fold this afternoon after shaking off a minor setback. | Getty Images