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.
17. Sub 5: Terry Devlin
Added life and got an assist last time out to stack his claim for greater involvement. | Graham Hunt/ProSportsImages
18. Sub 6 Luke Le Roux
Could well find himself in the starting XI, if Mousinho chooses to shuffle his pack after a third game in eight days. Photo: Simon Roe
19. Sub 7 Mark Kosznovszky
A suspicion this could be one where we see a bit more of the summer Hungarian arrival. Photo: Graham Hunt
20. Sub 8 Josh Murphy
Welcome back to Pompey's shining light. The official line is Murphy is fit - but not fit to start against the Potters. | Graham Hunt