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Here's how we think Pompey could line-up against QPR on Boxing Day. | Steve Mower/ProSportsImages

Portsmouth predicted XI and bench v QPR: John Mousinho faces tough fitness calls for Boxing Day showdown

By Pepe Lacey
Published 24th Dec 2025, 11:00 GMT

Pompey are back in action on Boxing Day as QPR make the trip to Fratton Park.

Pompey are back in action on Boxing day as they welcome high-flying QPR to Fratton Park.

The festive season is well and truly upon us, with the festive football coming thick and fast for the Blues.

John Mousinho’s men return to PO4 after last Saturday’s 1-1 draw against Derby County and are looking to end 2025 on a high note, with the Hoops and Charlton Athletic to come.

The head coach does, though, face a number of fitness calls, with Josh Murphy being withdrawn at Pride Park due to injury, while Zak Swanson and Ibane Bowat could return to the fray.

Here’s how we think Pompey could line-up against QPR for the Boxing Day showdown.

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An ever-present on the bench as Mousinho's number two.

13. SUB 1: Josef Bursik

An ever-present on the bench as Mousinho's number two. | Graham Hunt/ProSportsImages

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The centre-back missed Saturday's trip to Derby with an ankle injury but is be back in contention after returning to training.

14. SUB 2: Ibane Bowat

The centre-back missed Saturday's trip to Derby with an ankle injury but is be back in contention after returning to training. | Iconic Media

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Struggled in his battle with Joe Ward against Derby, which could see Swanson make an instant comeback to the starting XI after his illness issues.

15. SUB 3: Jordan Williams

Struggled in his battle with Joe Ward against Derby, which could see Swanson make an instant comeback to the starting XI after his illness issues. Photo: Dan Istitene

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Pack is pushing to break back into the starting XI and will be ready in the wings to make an impact off the bench.

16. SUB 4: Marlon Pack

Pack is pushing to break back into the starting XI and will be ready in the wings to make an impact off the bench. | Iconic Media

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