The start of the latest third-tier campaign begins in earnest tomorrow.
Pompey’s aim is promotion, after suffering play-off semi-final defeat in the past two seasons. Kenny Jackett’s side raise their curtain by welcoming Shrewsbury to Fratton Park.
All 24 teams have their own ambitions, whether that’s reaching the Championship or avoiding relegation.
We’ve taken a look at what the manager of each club has been saying on the eve of the new season. Simply scroll down and click through the pages…
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5. Burton
Jake Buxton believes his Brewers are will 'have prepared as well as anyone and we’re looking forward to the challenge' of the new season. They go to Fleetwood. Photo: Gareth Copley
6. Charlton Athletic
The Addicks' ownership battle continues to rage, which leaves them under a transfer embargo. Lee Bowyer admitted is caused Charlton to miss out on a loan player from Arsenal earlier this week ahead of their opener at Crewe. Photo: Bryn Lennon
7. Crewe Alexandra
David Artell admitted his newly-promoted side still have plenty to work on after losing 2-1 to Lincoln in the Carabao Cup last weekend. Alexandra host Charlton tomorrow. Photo: Pete Norton
8. Doncaster Rovers
Darren Moore admitted always decides to 'remove myself from looking towards the end of the season because there’s so much work to be done.' Donny begin by hosting MK Dons. Photo: Daniel Chesterton