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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.
17. Sub 5: Terry Devlin
He plays where he wants and that is the mind-set for the opener. Could be right-back, as a defensive midfielder or 10 but Devlin likely has a Kassam contribution to make. Photo: Simon Roe
18. Sub 6: Marlon Pack
Had a really strong pre-season but has not started the past couple which suggests it's a role off the bench at the Kassam for the skipper. | Paul Phelan/ProSportsImages
19. Sub 7: Luke Le Roux
John Mousinho has acknowledged the South African is playing catch-up fitness-wise, so it's a place on the bench over starting for now. | Paul Phelan/ProSportsImages
20. Sub 8: Mark Kosznovszky
Like Le Roux playing fitness catch-up, but slightly ahead of the fellow midfield so has the opportunity perhaps for more minutes on the pitch. | Steve Bailey/ProSportsImages