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Pompey face Blackburn Rovers in a huge showdown at Ewood Park on Saturday.
The Blues make the long trip north to Lancashire sitting just one point above Michael O’Neill’s side, with a win for either team ensuring a big step towards survival.
John Mousinho remains without a number of key injured personnel, while Conor Shaughnessy is expected to return to action after a quad issue sustained in January.
Here’s how we think Pompey could line-up against their relegation rivals in a crucial showdown at the foot of the standings.
9. RW: Gustavo Caballero
The Paraguayan has been bright during his short Pompey stay so far. It'll be a tough battle between himself and Harvey Blair on the right, but after a promising display from the bench, he could be given the nod on Saturday. | Simon Roe/ProSportsImages
10. CAM: Conor Chaplin
Chaplin could make his return to the starting XI after Segecic's mistake last week. That will be an one to keep an eye on at Ewood Park. | Simon Roe/ProSportsImages
11. LW: Millenic Alli
The Luton loanee told The News this week that he is loving life at Fratton Park - and that has been seen in his performances! The winger looked tired against Hull after a run of five games in 15 days, but after a clean week, he'll be hoping to cause plenty of issues to the Blackburn defence. | Graham Hunt/ProSportsImages
12. ST: Colby Bishop
Plenty of fans questioning the Magic Man after netting just two league goals this term. The striker has crucially got Mousinho's backing, with his work off the ball vital to the Blues' build-up and forward play. | Simon Roe/ProSportsImages