Championship football is back for Pompey, who make the long trip north to Lancashire today.
The Blues, of course, had their midweek contest against Ipswich Town postponed for a second time due to the weather, meaning John Mousinho’s men have enjoyed a full-week’s training.
Pompey are currently on a good run of form, having lost just one of their previous nine Championship matches in all competitions
This has seen them move up to 19th in the standings in recent weeks, putting more daylight between themselves and the relegation zone.
The Blues face a Preston side, who sit two points away from the play-offs and signed Callum Lang for a club-record fee on Monday.
We’ve taken a look at the early team and injury news from both camps ahead of this afternoon’s Deepdale fixture.
17. Jacob Brown - Doubt
The deadline-day arrival is poised to feature at Deepdale following his move from Luton Town on Monday. Brown can offer Pompey much-needed versatility by operating in a host of areas in the forward line. | Portsmouth FC
18. Andrew Hughes - Out
Hughes has missed the Lilywhites’ previous four matches due to a hamstring issue. Paul Heckingbottom is expected to be without the central defender this afternoon. | Getty Images