Since Tuesday’s trip to the Trotters, the Blues have said goodbye to on-loan duo Josh Griffiths and Josh Koroma, who have returned to West Brom and Huddersfield respectively.
Both started the Papa John’s Trophy defeat to Ian Evatt’s side, as did Marlon Pack, who will be another noticeable absentee from today’s game because of suspension.
That means another reshuffling of the pack is in order as Pompey go in search of their first league win in 10 games.
The good news, though, is Clark Robertson should be available for a recall following a groin injury, new-boy Ryley Towler is in contention following his move from Bristol City, while Owen Dale returns following a ban.
Josh Oluwayemi will be given his league debut in goal after the Blues were unable to sign a new goalkeeper ahead of the fixture.
Jay Mingi (knee), Tom Lowery (hamstring) and Joe Rafferty (groin) remain out, with the latter two expected to be unavailable for a further 2-4 weeks.
With all that said, what can we expect from the Blues today in terms of a starting XI?
Here’s how we think the Blues will line up...
9. Connor Ogilvie - left-wing-back
Pompey's Mr Reliable will likely get the nod over Denver Hume as the Blues look to keep it tight against the Trotters. Photo: Paul Thompson
10. Owen Dale - forward 1
Pompey definitely pose more of an attacking threat with the on-loan Blackpool winger in the side. Photo: Jason Brown
11. Colby Bishop - centre-forward
With the goals drying up for Pompey in recent weeks, the team's top scorer is a must start at Bolton today. Photo: Paul Thompson
12. Michael Jacobs - left wing
Pompey need to do something different to get the goals flowing again. Jacobs' creativity could help unlock a Bolton defence with six clean sheets in their past seven games. Photo: Paul Thompson