The campaign kicks off tomorrow at a packed Fratton Park against Joey Barton’s Bristol Rovers.
But how will Pompey line up as John Mousinho begins he first full season at the helm? Here’s how we think he is likely to go.
5. LCB: Ryley Towler
This one is a coin toss with Conor Shaughnessy, who could easily get the nod to start. Shaughnessy has impressed in pre-season and experience could take it his way, but we all know how Towler impressed last term. Photo: Jason Brown
6. LB: Connor Ogilvie
Unspectacular - but so dependable. That reliability looks set to take it Ogilvie's way ahead of Jack Sparkes. Photo: Jason Brown
7. DCM: Marlon Pack
Captain, leader and hopefully a Pompey legend come next May. Photo: Jason Brown
8. ACM: Joe Morrell
Likely to be tasked with an attacking role from the middle of the park - a job he showed he could do last term. Photo: Jason Brown