The ratings are in for Pompey so far this season.
Blues writer Jordan Cross gives his verdict on who has shone and who hasn’t set the world alight so far, as we pause for the international break.
There’s been some standout showings and players who’ve not yet come up to the mark - which is reflected in the marks out of 10.
1. Pompey ratings so far
Here's Jordan Cross' Pompey ratings for the season so far. | Jason Brown
2. Nicolas Schmid 5
Paid the price for some hesitant displays and erratic kicking by being usurped by Daniel Bielica after three league games. Perhaps some questions over how he’s been since a significant injury lay-off against Southampton last season, but there’s certainly a way back for the Austrian this term. | Jason Brown
3. Benjy Arthur 6
News of back fracture and three-month lay-off is a hammer blow for a campaign which was accelerating for Brentford loanee. Showed promise early on amid some difficult moments at Bristol City, for example, but calm quality was becoming apparent before setback. | Jason Brown
4. Regan Poole 6
Lack of playing time for stoic Welshman was perhaps a little surprising, as Shaughnessy and Arthur was favoured. Cameos have contributed to results, however, and continuing importance looks set to be seen again after central defensive injuries. | Jason Brown