PNE will be looking to get 2026 underway on a winning note as they face Sheffield Wednesday this afternoon.
The Lilywhites suffered their first defeat in eight games last-time out against Wrexham, which saw them drop out of the play-offs.
They welcome the Championship’s bottom side today, with the Owls having won just one of their opening 24 matches this term.
We’ve taken a look at the early team and injury news from both camps ahead of the New Year’s Day contest.
5. Lewis Dobbin - Doubt
Dobbin has missed PNE’s previous two matches due to a minor muscle problem but could return to the fray at Deepdale today. | CameraSport - Rob Newell
6. Di'Shon Bernard - Out
The central defender has been out of action since February due to a knee issue and was recently forced to undergo necessary surgery to help his recovery. Bernard’s return date has now been pushed back until February at the earliest. | Getty Images
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7. Guilherme Siqueira - Out
Sheffield Wednesday will be without Siqueira for the rest of the season after the Brazilian suffered an ACL injury in September. | Getty Images
8. Lewis Gibson - Out
Gibson is still progressing well from his thigh issue, which has kept him out of action since October. | CameraSport - Rich Linley