The festive period is very much upon us, with PNE set to face Stoke City on Boxing Day.
Saturday’s point against Norwich City continued North End’s fine run of form and are unbeaten in their previous six league matches.
They face a Stoke City side who have dropped away from the play-off picture in recent weeks, with their 1-0 defeat to Watford on the weekend their sixth in their previous eight.
We’ve taken a look at the early team and injury news from both camps ahead of Friday afternoon’s Boxing Day showdown at the Bet365 Stadium.
5. Lewis Baker - Out
Baker has been out of action since mid-November after sustaining an ankle injury, which has forced him to miss the Potters’ previous seven matches. | Getty Images
6. Robbie Brady - Out
A return in the new year remains on the cards for the Irishman, who is yet to feature for the Lilywhites this season because of a calf injury. Photo: Ben Roberts Photo
7. Ali McCann - Doubt
The midfielder is closing in on a return from a broken arm, which has kept him out of action since October. McCann was one of a number of first-team players who featured in a behind-closed-doors friendly last week. | CameraSport - Rich Linley
8. Eric Bocat - Out
Bocat was a surprise absentee for the defeat to Watford on the weekend, with Stoke confirming the defender missed the trip to Vicarage Road with an unspecified injury. | Getty Images