North End head to the north east, looking to end a 48 year wait for a league win over Boro on Teeside.
The last time the Lilywhites were victorious against Middlesbrough on their own patch, came with ‘Rocket’ Ronnie Hildersley’s famous FA Cup goal at Ayresome Park in January 1987, so a win in any competition against Boro has been a while in coming.
Tony Pulis’ hosts occupy fifth place in the Championship table currently, sitting seven points above Alex Neil’s men, so a win for the visitors could close the gap, making this a game to savour.
The two teams have already played twice this season already, ending 2-2 and 1-1 in respective Carabao Cup and league games at Deepdale back in the Autumn and this third encounter should be no less close.
Ticket Information
Tickets remain on sale for PNE's trip to Middlesbrough on Wednesday, as they look to make it six consecutive away wins…
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Ref Watch
For the second time this calendar year, taking charge of North End as referee on Wednesday night is experienced official Keith Stroud…
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Memorable Match
North End have been waiting 48 years for their last league win on Teeside, in the year after the promotion season back to the second tier…
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Team News
Preston North End manager Alex Neil hopes to have a number of bodies back available to him for Wednesday’s trip to Middlesbrough…
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Opposition View
Middlesbrough manager Tony Pulis says his side cannot be complacent as they face a North End side who have 'done smashing'.
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Match Coverage
This Wednesday’s game at the Riverside Stadium is live on iFollow PNE for both overseas and UK-based supporters…
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Alex Neil’s Thoughts
Preston North End manager Alex Neil is looking forward to going head-to-head with Middlesbrough counterpart Tony Pulis on Wednesday night…
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Ben Pearson Preview
Ben Pearson is available for selection again for Wednesday night’s trip to the Riverside Stadium and he is looking for another positive result…
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