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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.
13. Sub 1 Ben Killip
Clearly the next cab off the goalkeeping rank after Nico Schmid going into the new season. Photo: Paul Phelan
14. SUB 2: Jacob Farrell
A decent pre-season under the Aussie's belt with the demand to build a good bank of fitness, after last term's struggles. | Steve Bailey/ProSportsImages
15. SUB 3: Hayden Matthews
Quite a close call with Shaughnessy and Poole, but the experience is with Matthews' team-mates. Has a big part to play this season, though. | Paul Phelan/ProSportsImages
16. Sub 4 Zak Swanson
Last term was his best at Pompey underlying there's not much between Swanson and Williams when it comes to the right-back starting spot. | Alex Shute