Preston North End hosts Blackburn Rovers in Lancashire derby

Preston North End is set to host Blackburn Rovers at Deepdale this Saturday in the first Lancashire derby of the EFL Championship season.

Preston North End enters the match in difficult form, having suffered four consecutive defeats. The team has yet to secure any points this season, struggling with a defense that has conceded nine goals while scoring only three. Despite a recent improved attacking performance and a goal from new loan signing Caleb Wiley, the side remains under pressure to find their first points.

Blackburn Rovers arrives with a more stable start to the campaign, having recently secured a 0-0 draw against Lincoln City. However, manager Tony Mowbray faces selection challenges due to a thin squad and the suspension of defender Tom Atcheson, leaving the team with limited options in central defense.