Preston North End are on their travels for the first time on this side of the international break, as they face Hull City at a sold-out MKM Stadium.
The Lilywhites have notched up two draws since the resumption of league football, drawing 1-1 against Millwall and then having to accept a 2-2 draw with Southampton. Ryan Lowe’s men looked to have secured all three points against the Saints, but a late own goal saw two points dropped. As for the hosts, Hull were winners at Birmingham City thanks to goals from ex-PNE man Liam Delap and Jaden Philogene.
The Championship standings after the latest round of fixtures have Preston in fourth and Hull in eighth, but there's only two points separating the two sides ahead of Saturday. Neither team have been in the best of form - PNE are without a win in six games whilst Hull's success against the Blues was their first win in four matches.
A win could take North End above third-placed Leeds United, whilst a win for the Tigers - coupled with results going in their favour - may see them overtake PNE and several other teams. In the 2022/23 season both encounters finished 0-0, with Preston's 1-0 win in February 2022 the last time any side won this fixture.
Here’s the latest injury and team news from the Preston North End and Hull City camps. Flick through to see who’s not in contention to play, with a brief explanation as to why you won’t see them feature.
5. Ali McCann - out
Forced to withdraw from international duty with Northern Ireland earlier this month. He had a scan on his calf, and was ruled out up until November. | CameraSport - Andrew Kearns Photo: CameraSport - Andrew Kearns
6. Ali McCann - out
Ryan Lowe said: “Ali will probably be back just after the international break I think.” | CameraSport - Dave Howarth Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth
7. Tyler Morton - doubtful
Limped off in the 2-0 win over Birmingham City in midweek, and there were fears it could have been serious. | Liverpool FC via Getty Images Photo: Andrew Powell/Liverpool FC via Getty Images
8. Tyler Morton - doubtful (continued)
Liam Rosenior said to Hull Live: “It’s one that keeps him out a matter of days so he’s touch and go for Saturday. “I don’t want to risk him. We’ll see how he is, we’ll check on him tomorrow (Saturday) morning and make a decision then.” | Getty Images Photo: George Wood/Getty Images)