Anticipation is building for the league curtain-raiser for John Mousinho’s side.
QPR provide the opposition for the first league game of the season, after a busy period of player trading at PO4.
So how do the Blues line up in the opener?
There’s plenty for Mousinho to ponder - here’s how Pompey writer Jordan Cross thinks he will go.
5. CB Conor Shaughnessy
Everyone's willing an unbroken run of fitness for Shaughnessy. If that happens and his minutes aren't being managed, he's a starter. | Simon Roe/ProSportsImages
6. LB: Zak Swanson
Versatility continues to be a huge asset, as shown by Swanson starting on the left in opener. | Chris Foxwell/ProSportsImages
7. CM Rocco Shein
Very impressive debut at West Ham last weekend raises hopes over what new midfielder can achieve in the Championship this season. | Chris Foxwell/ProSportsImages
8. CM Ebou Adams
Everything points to a return to a deeper role for key man, with Abu Kamara arriving from Hull City this weekend. | Chris Foxwell/ProSportsImages