Portsmouth vs Plymouth Argyle - Conor Wilkinson to miss out for Portsmouth once again

Conor Wilkinson's frustration continues as Portsmouth prepare to host Plymouth in a crucial clash at the top of Sky Bet League Two.

Wilkinson joined Pompey on loan from Bolton last month but a groin injury sustained on international duty with Republic of Ireland Under-21s has so far prevented the striker from making his debut.

Goalkeeper Ryan Fulton also misses out with the thigh issue suffered in the warm-up ahead of the Carlisle game.

A fourth successive victory would lift Pompey above fifth-placed Argyle and keep the pressure on Accrington, who are five points better off in the final automatic promotion spot.

Plymouth are expected to be without striker Reuben Reid, who has not trained this week after missing last Saturday's home defeat to AFC Wimbledon due to a thigh injury.

Reid's absence means Jamille Matt, on loan from Fleetwood, is expected to lead the line on his own in front of an expected full house at Fratton Park.

Boss Derek Adams has no new injury or suspension problems, but forward Ryan Brunt remains sidelined as he recovers from knee ligament damage.

Plymouth's automatic promotion hopes have suffered a series of setbacks in recent weeks following five defeats in their last eight matches.