The former Lincoln boss was the man chosen to replace Kenny Jackett last March, after he got his marching orders following Pompey’s Papa John’s Trophy final loss to League Two Salford.
Since then, Cowley has overseen seismic changes on the south coast – both on the pitch and behind the scenes.
But where would the Blues sit in the League One table based on his time in charge?
Here's how the table stacks up since Cowley’s arrival at Fratton Park.

1. Doncaster Rovers - 24th
Points: 37 Wins: 10 Draws: 7 Losses:34 Picture: Julian Finney/Getty Images Photo: Julian Finney

2. Crewe - 23rd
Points: 43 Wins: 11 Draws: 10 Losses:27 Picture: Nathan Stirk/Getty Images Photo: Nathan Stirk

3. Fleetwood Town - 22nd
Points: 43 Wins:10 Draws: 13 Losses:23 Picture: Pete Norton/Getty Images Photo: Pete Norton

4. Gillingham - 21st
Points: 47 Wins: 10 Draws: 17 Losses: 20 Picture: Lewis Storey/Getty Images Photo: Lewis Storey

