The Blues make the trip along the south coast to Devon, which is set to be a sell-out at Home Park.
John Mousinho’s outfit go in to the game with a new lease of life under the new head coach, having won two, lost one and drawn one following his appointment.
Indeed, the 36-year-old could have both Joe Raffery and Zak Swanson at his disposal against the Pilgrims with the pair facing late fitness calls before the trip.
Meanwhile, Tom Lowery, Ronan Curtis, Clark Robertson and Jay Mingi are all closing in on returns but aren’t expected to feature in Devon.
With the Blues looking to make a late charge to the play-offs, a win against Steven Schumacher’s second-placed side wouldn’t go a miss.
Here’s who we believe Mousinho’s men could line-up on Saturday.
9. RW: Owen Dale
There’s not doubt the winger gives his all on the pitch, constantly running and starts the defence from attack. By his own admission he’s claimed his goal and assist tally hasn’t met his high standards, but with his creativity vital in Pompey’s attack.It would be hard not to see him in the starting XI. Photo: Jason Brown
10. ST: Colby Bishop
The forward has come to life with Mousinho at the helm, powerfully leading the line for the Blues. It’s not just his hold up play catching the attention, Bishop has also netted two goals in four games since the head coach’s appointment and continues to shine as a solo striker. Photo: Jason Brown
11. LW: Paddy Lane
The deadline-day arrival came off the bench last week against Barnsley and was close to opening his Pompey account just minutes after coming on. With more training under his belt, we could see Lane handed his debut against the Pilgrims. Photo: Jason Brown