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Predicted Portsmouth XI and bench v Reading: Wholesale changes and debuts expected for Carabao Cup first round contest

By Pepe Lacey
Published 12th Aug 2025, 11:30 GMT
Updated 12th Aug 2025, 11:59 GMT

Pompey are back in action this evening, with the action coming thick and fast for John Mousinho’s men.

The Blues will be looking to follow up Saturday’s 1-0 win against Oxford United with progression in the Carabao Cup against the Royals.

The two sides met in pre-season just over a fortnight ago, with Pompey running out 4-0 winners at the Select Car Leasing Stadium.

Mousinho is expected to make changes to the side from Saturday’s Championship curtain raiser, with fringe players set to be given a go this evening.

Here’s how we think the Blues could line-up against Noel Hunt’s League One side.

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An impressive debut on Saturday and could be needed this evening, with Marlon Pack set for a spell on the sidelines.

17. SUB 5: John Swift

An impressive debut on Saturday and could be needed this evening, with Marlon Pack set for a spell on the sidelines. | Alun Roberts/ProSportsImages

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Plenty of questions for Mousinho to think about over who will start in midfield this evening.

18. SUB 6: Luke Le Roux

Plenty of questions for Mousinho to think about over who will start in midfield this evening. Photo: Portsmouth FC

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He was a standout figure in the pre-season friendly against the Royals last month. Looked bright and promising with a goal to match on his debut.

19. SUB 7: Adrian Segecic

He was a standout figure in the pre-season friendly against the Royals last month. Looked bright and promising with a goal to match on his debut. | Alun Roberts/ProSportsImages

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With Lang returning to full fitness during pre-season, Mousinho will be wary not to overwork the 26-year-old favourite.

20. SUB 8: Callum Lang

With Lang returning to full fitness during pre-season, Mousinho will be wary not to overwork the 26-year-old favourite. Photo: Steve Bailey

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