Rams fans and the team face a 365 mile round trip for the opening round of this seasons Capital One Cup competition.
Derby were one of thirty six seeded teams in the first round, Premier league clubs enter in either round two or three depending on their European commitments.
Fratton Park is not a happy hunting ground for the Rams over the years, portsmouth winning twice as many games as the Rams on their own ground. Portsmouth 22 wins to the Rams 11.
Derby County however still hold the upper hand in overall wins by 38 wins to 31.
It will be an interesting game for new head coach Paul Clement and may undoubtebly feature some of the reserve and youth players for the Rams.
The game will take place in the week begining 10th August, it is expected that it will be a Tuesday or Wednesday evening kick off-7.45pm