Late - and, admittedly, surprising - run for play-offs is on the cards. Play up Pompey! Jack: Not a surprise that most of the players who were let go have gone. It would have been more reassuring ...
BBC Solent's Andrew Moon details the factors that have seen Portsmouth climb the Championship table and ease relegation fears.
Oxford United who Mousinho used to play for came up with Pompey last season and are in a good position to secure another year of football in the Championship following the appointment of Gary Rowett.
Football betting tips from the Championship as Mark O’Haire provides a preview of the best odds and prices as Portsmouth host Leeds on Sunday.