Pompey face promotion-chasing Ipswich Town amid a new year injury crisis, with a host of players sidelined for the clash.
Here’s the details on who’s out and the doubts from both camps, as Kieran McKenna’s side arrive at Fratton Park looking to strengthen their bid for an immediate return to the Premier League.
Meanwhile, Pompey will look to kickstart their new year and bounce back from their terrible 5-0 mauling at Bristol City.
13. George Hirst - out
The former Pompey loanee is out with a groin injury, picked up in the 3-1 win over Sheffield Wednesday last month. | Getty Images
14. Sammie Szmodics - doubt
Attacker has missed the past four games through illness, but it getting closer to a return according to Kieran McKenna. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
15. Conor Townsend - Out
Townsend will miss the entirety of the 2025-26 campaign after suffering an ACL injury during pre-season. | Getty Images