Pompey welcome Stoke City to Fratton Park tomorrow as they complete back-to-back fixtures at PO4.
There’s much for John Mousinho to ponder in terms of his selection, with the Blues shorn of a host of attacking options through injury and suspension.
Star man Josh Murphy is expected to be back in contention against Mark Robins’ men, however, with the extent of his involvement another consideration.
Here’s how we think Pompey will line up as they look to return to winning ways.
13. Sub 1: Ben Killip
Place on the bench behind Bursik, but in front of Archer. | John Mallett/ProSportsImages
14. Sub 2: Jordan Williams
Expected to be back after being a surprise injury absence on Tuesday night. Photo: Graham Hunt
15. Sub 3 Ibane Bowat
Keeps his place in the squad at present, but behind Hayden Matthews in the pecking order. | Sub 3: Ibane Bowat Photo: Simon Roe
16. Sub 4 Hayden Matthews
Grabbed some rare minutes off the bench against Coventry and looked perfectly comfortable. Photo: Simon Roe