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Burnley v Portsmouth: Early team and injury news as 20 out and 7 doubts for Championship showdown

Pompey travel to early Championship strugglers Burnley this afternoon.

By Pepe Lacey · Portsmouth News

Published: Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 5:00 AM

Key Things to Know

Burnley and Portsmouth face significant squad absences ahead of their Championship clash at Turf Moor.
Burnley recently appointed Fabio Celestini after sacking manager Nicky Hayen following one win in 12 league matches.
John Mousinho's Portsmouth side sit just two points outside the division's top eight.

The Story in 60 Seconds

Portsmouth travel to Turf Moor to face Burnley in the Championship with extensive availability concerns affecting both squads ahead of the match. Burnley recently appointed Fabio Celestini to replace sacked manager Nicky Hayen, following a difficult run of just one win in twelve league fixtures that left them in the relegation zone.

John Mousinho's Portsmouth squad enter the game following a strong run that moved them near playoff contention. Early squad updates confirm Burnley forward Ashley Barnes and Portsmouth player Harvey Blair remain excluded from their respective 25-man league squads, while Burnley defender Anel Ahmedhodzic is rated as a doubt following a concussion.

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Burnley v Portsmouth: Early team and injury news as 20 out and 7 doubts for Championship showdown

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