2017–18 Portsmouth F.C. season
season of football team
The 2017–18 season was Portsmouth's first back in League One following their promotion as champions last season. Along with competing in League One, the club participated in the FA Cup, EFL Cup and EFL Trophy. The season covers the period from 1 July 2017 to 30 June 2018.
Players
Squad
As of 5 May 2018
Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply. Players may hold more than one non-FIFA nationality.
Transfers
In
Out
Loaned in
Loaned out
Pre-season and friendlies
As of 22 June 2017, Portsmouth have announced five pre-season friendlies against Salisbury, Eastleigh,
Havant & Waterlooville, AFC Bournemouth and Crawley Town.
On 19 June 2017, A joint decision was made to cancel the scheduled friendly against Cardiff City as the clubs were drawn together in the first round of the EFL Cup.
Competitions
Overall record
League One
League table
Result summary
Results by matchday
Matches
On 21 June 2017, the league fixtures were announced.
FA Cup
On 16 October 2017, Portsmouth were drawn away to Luton Town in the first round.
EFL Cup
On 16 June 2017, Portsmouth were drawn away to Cardiff City in the first round.
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