But how does John Mousinho play it as Luton Town provide the lunchtime opposition at Fratton Park?
There are injury issues to contend with, while a number of new faces after still getting up to speed with the relentless demands of Championship football.
This is how we think the Blues will line up against the side relegated from the Premier League last term.
21. Sub 9: Christian Saydee
Ploughed a lonely furrow on Tuesday after throwing himself about in trademark fashion at Leeds. More of the same will be required against Luton. Photo: Jason Brown
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