The fight for survival is expected to come down to the wire on the last day of the Championship season, with Portsmouth facing Hull City likely to play a significant role in determining who avoids relegation.
There are two spots in the relegation zone that are yet to be decided, with six teams still uncertain about which division they will compete in next season.
Hull City currently occupies the final relegation position, one point away from safety but with a superior goal difference compared to three teams above them.
Portsmouth's recent strong performances have lifted them out of danger, with their success mainly coming from their impressive form at Fratton Park.
Team updates
Portsmouth manager John Mousinho might give goalkeeper Ben Killip a second start, as he aims to secure a new contract after arriving from Barnsley in January.
The 29-year-old shot-stopper's contract is expiring in the summer, and he could be provided with the opportunity to demonstrate his worth for a spot in next season's Portsmouth squad.
Defenders Cohen Bramall and Zak Swanson could also be given a chance to showcase their skills in a bid to earn a contract extension at Fratton Park.
Hull will be missing Regan Slater, as Ruben Selles confirmed that the midfielder is dealing with an ankle injury.
However, the Tigers have received a boost with the return of John Egan from a back issue, while goalkeeper Ivan Pandur is expected to feature despite a thigh problem.
Key statistics
Hull has only won one of their last six away matches in the league.
In seven of their last eight games, there have been two or fewer goals scored by Hull.
Portsmouth has been defeated at Fratton Park only by Plymouth and Millwall since November.
The previous encounter between the two sides in late November ended in a 1-1 draw.
Forecast
The rise of Hull under Selles has been attributed to their strong defense, with the team keeping six clean sheets since the Spaniard took over.
Hull boasts the best defensive record among teams in the bottom half of the Championship, but they have struggled offensively.
Only Luton has scored fewer goals than Hull this season, with the Tigers having scored more than one goal in a single game just once in their last eight matches — which came from two penalties in the win over Preston at home.
In contrast, Portsmouth has conceded 17 more goals than Hull but has scored 14 more goals heading into the decisive clash on the final day.
Portsmouth has kept three clean sheets in their last five home games, including a 1-0 victory against league leaders Leeds.
The statistics indicate that it will likely be a closely contested match, and it is possible that Hull City will settle for a draw and await the outcome to see if it secures their survival in the league.