Arsenal come to town this Sunday, as Pompey aim to spring a big FA Cup upset at PO4.
John Mousinho has to contend with his own issues, as he deals with an injury crisis which currently sees 10 players sidelined.
But the Gunners are managing a hectic fixture schedule, which sees them play five games in just 12 days -starting against champions Liverpool on Thursday.
That means the likelihood is a Mikel Arteta will shuffle his pack for the third-round clash - so we’ve taken a look at some of the names that potentially brings to the fore.
13. Noni Madueke
Started against Bournemouth on Saturday, but largely off the bench of late otherwise. Could be the type of player Arsenal lean on amid plenty of changes. | Arsenal FC via Getty Images
14. Ben White
Back from a hamstring injury at the end of last month, but defender's started four league games this season making the FA Cup ideal to boost his minutes. | Arsenal FC via Getty Images