Tough conditions from Storm Darragh are expected to greet both teams as they do battle for crucial Championship points. But it’s unlikely Blues head coach John Mousinho will cook up a storm himself with his latest team selection.
A combination of improving form and a still sizeable injury list means he’s less likely to change things up, with the week between the Robins and Swansea games helping him out in that respect, too.
The Blues will likely welcome back Zak Swanson for the Bristol City fixture - but will he start? Callum Lang runs the risk of a ban if he picks up another yellow card against the Robins. Does that come into Mousinho’s thinking as he looks to secure all three points against Liam Manning’s side?
Time will tell, In the meantime, here’s how we think Pompey will line up against a Robins side sitting 11th in the table and buoyed by their 4-0 thumping of Plymouth last time out.
1. Pompey play host to Bristol City on Saturday
Pompey play host to Bristol City on Saturday | National World
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2. Goalkeeper - Nicolas Schmid
The Austrian has stepped up well to the responsibility of being Pompey No1. Played a crucial role in Pompey's 2-2 draw at Swansea last Saturday with some huge, crucial saves. | Jason Brown/ProSportsImages
3. Right-back: Terry Devlin
The young Northern Irishman doesn't look out of place at right-back. The midfielder is expected to keep his place there for the visit of Bristol City despite Zak Swanson looking like he's back in contention. | Jason Brown/ProSportsImages
4. Centre-back 1: Regan Poole
The centre-back is steadily showing his true colours following nearly a year out through injury. Put in a typically dogged performance against Swansea last time out. | National World