Pompey return to League One action this evening when they make the long trip north to Blackpool (7pm kick-off).
Both sides enjoyed FA Cup victories at the weekend, with the Blues thrashing King’s Lynn and their next opponents easing past Harrogate.
But it is the battle for points that will top their list of priorities, with Kenny Jackett’s men trying to close the gap on the top two.
The Tangerines, meanwhile, are down in 15th position, but have enjoyed a decent run of form in recent weeks.
After winning just one of their opening seven league games, Neil Critchley’s men head into tonight’s contest with six successes from the past eight matches in all competitions.
One of those defeats was in their most recent third tier encounter, though – a 3-2 reverse at Doncaster seven days ago.
The Covid-19 pandemic ensured that the sides only met once last term, with Marcus Harness on target in a 1-1 draw at Bloomfield Road.
And the Blues won their two previous visits to Blackpool, with 3-2 and 2-1 triumphs in 2017 and 2018 respectively.
TEAM NEWS
Michael Jacobs (knee) is the only player currently missing for Pompey and could be back in training next week.
Blackpool are expected to be without Matty Virtue (hamstring) and MJ Williams (elbow), but Luke Garbutt returned from a spell on the sidelines at the weekend.
VIEW FROM THE DRESSING ROOM
Read the thoughts of Kenny Jackett and Tom Naylor ahead of the game.
HEAD TO HEAD
Overall
Pompey: 22 wins
Blackpool: 27 wins
23 draws
At Bloomfield Road
Pompey: 7 wins
Blackpool: 16 wins
13 draws
OFFICIALS
Referee: Joshua Smith
Assistants: Nik Barnard and Mark Dwyer
Fourth Official: Simon Mather
MATCH COVERAGE
Supporters in the UK can watch the action live – with graphics, commentary and replays – by purchasing a match pass for £10.
Subscribers will, as usual, be able to listen to listen to live commentary from Andy Moon and Guy Whittingham by signing into their account and visiting the match centre from 6pm.
Please note that subscribers based in the UK and Ireland will still need to purchase a match pass in order to watch the game live.
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There will be post-match reaction on the website and our official YouTube channel, with highlights to follow on Wednesday.
Local listeners can hear commentary by tuning in to either Express FM or BBC Radio Solent.
BETTING
Pompey are the 29/20 favourites with Sky Bet to secure the victory, while the hosts can be backed at 17/10.
Click here to find a comprehensive list of odds for Saturday's game. Please gamble responsibly.
ALSO IN LEAGUE ONE
Games kick-off at 7pm unless stated
Tonight
Crewe v Swindon
Lincoln v Wigan
Oxford v Ipswich
Sunderland v Burton
Northampton v Fleetwood (7.45pm)
Plymouth v Rochdale (7.45pm)
Tomorrow
AFC Wimbledon v Peterborough (6pm)
Bristol Rovers v Gillingham
Hull v Doncaster
Shrewsbury v Accrington
Charlton v MK Dons (7.45pm)
LAST MEETING