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After 98 days competitive football returns, as the Blues begin their second campaign at the level.
It’s another return to his former club for Mousinho, after arriving at Fratton Park from the U’s in January 2023.
There’s fitness and selection issues to consider going into the game for Pompey - here’s how we think Mousinho’s side will line up against Gary Rowett’s men.
5. CB Conor Shaughnessy
Set to be reunited with Regan Poole competively for the first time since November 2023. A run of fitness is the requirement for Shaughnessy, which will make him a huge Pompey asset. Photo: Jason Brown
6. LB: Connor Ogilvie
Set to face an intensified challenge from Jacob Farrell this season, but starts the campaign clearly in front of the Aussie after his outstanding form last term. | Steve Bailey/ProSportsImages
7. CM John Swift
One of the biggest calls Mousinho has to make is in the middle of the park. Is Mark Kosznovszky ready? If not it's two out of three between Marlon Pack, Andre Dozzell and Swift. We're leaning towards Swift over Pack, after he got the nod against PEC Zwolle. | Paul Phelan/ProSportsImages
8. CM Andre Dozzell
Is a close call centrally going into the new campaign. Andre Dozzell is probably the most mobile of the options, which leans towards him being favoured to start. | Steve Bailey/ProSportsImages