PNE will be looking to continue their fine start to the campaign this afternoon as they return to Lancashire following Tuesday’s draw to Hull City.
The Lilywhites have been dominant on home soil this term and are unbeaten in their four games at Deepdale, which included wins over Leicester City and Ipswich Town as well as draw to early-fast starters Middlesbrough and Bristol City.
Meanwhile, big-spending Charlton have also enjoyed a positive start on their return to the Championship and sit ninth after the opening eight games of the campaign.
Last time out, the Addicks drew 1-1 with Derby County at Pride Park on Tuesday, which extended their unbeaten run to four games.
We’ve taken a look at the early team and injury news from both camps ahead of this afternoon’s contest.
5. Onel Hernandez - Doubt
The winger made the move to Charlton in late September and has been building his fitness up ahead of a potential inclusion in the squad. Jones has revealed Hernandez is in contention for the trip to Deepdale. | Getty Images
6. Jordan Thompson - Out
The Stoke City arrival has yet to feature for PNE since his summer signing due to an ankle injury. There is still no date set on his return to the side, but Heckingbottom admitted he has seen progression in his recovery. | Ian Robinson
7. Will Mannion - Out
The goalkeeper has missed the Addicks’ previous five games through injury, but is back on the grass according to boss Nathan Jones. Mannion has made just one appearance this season but was involved in a ‘minor accident’ in training earlier this term. | Getty Images
8. Will Keane - Out
The forward remains unavailable due to a calf injury, which has forced him to miss the opening eight games of the season so far. | CameraSport - Rich Linley