The Lilywhites will need to show a remarkable improvement if they're to secure a positive result against the Premier League-bound Canaries, following a dismal run of form that ultimately led to Alex Neil's sacking.
Speaking to the Lancashire Post ahead of the game, striker Ched Evans revealed: "The manager going was a shock, especially as he was the one who brought me in. I was gutted.
“With the backroom staff staying, it’s not been as much of a shake-up as can sometimes happen. We’ve got eight games to go, eight games to get some more points on the board.
“We need to be sticking the ball in the net, we need to be more solid at the back. The manager did his utmost to make that happen but ultimately it came down to how we did it on the pitch.”
As things stand, Preston are a solid nine points clear of the relegation, but they will be mindful that a few poor results could leave them in trouble, given the ever-unpredictable nature of the second tier.
Here are today's biggest transfer stories and the latest team news involving Preston North End and the rest of the Championship, as the build-up to the upcoming today's action continues:
1. Palace keen on Semenyo
Crystal Palace are believed to be front-runners to sign Bristol City ace Antoine Semenyo this summer. The 21-year-old has enjoyed a breakthrough season at Ashton Gate this year, racking up 43 appearances so far. (Team Talk) Photo: Marc Atkins
2. Celtic close in on Howe
Celtic are believed to have opened a dialogue with ex-Bournemouth boss Eddie Howe over becoming their next manager. The 43-year-old has been out of a job since leaving Cherries at the end of last season. (Sky Sports) Photo: Pool
3. Warnock quashes Fry rumours
Middlesbrough boss Neil Warnock has laughed off speculation that defender Dael Fry could join Burnley for £10m, insisting the fee wouldn't buy the player's "left lace" and insisting he's "not anticipating" the player will leave. (The 72) Photo: Alex Davidson
4. Canaries miss out on defender
Norwich City have missed out on the opportunity to sign Sam Beukema, who has instead opted to join AZ Alkmaar in the summer. The 22-year-old is making the step up from second-tier Dutch side Go Ahead Eagles. (Club website) Photo: George Wood