Preston North End manager Ryan Lowe would be brave to make many changes to his team for Saturday's clash at Cardiff City.
The Lilywhites saw off high flying Ipswich Town last time out - a game in which PNE led 3-0 at half time. North End have shown encouraging signs since the second half against Bristol City and Lowe could stick with an unchanged team in South Wales.
Kian Best, Duane Holmes and Ched Evans are all expected to miss the away trip. Holmes pulled out of last weekend's squad during the warm up, with a knee issue. Best and Evans remain on the sidelines with ankle and hamstring issues, respectively.
Here is our predicted PNE side to face the Bluebirds on Saturday afternoon.
5. RWB: Brad Potts
One of the first names on Ryan Lowe's team sheet. | CameraSport - Alex Dodd
6. CM: Ben Whiteman
No signs whatsoever of the number four losing his place in the team, especially after signing his new contract at Deepdale. | CameraSport - Andrew Kearns
7. CM: Alan Browne
Slotted in next to Whiteman last time out and did well, so the skipper could be asked to carry out a similar role in South Wales. | CameraSport - Alex Dodd
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His dribbling ability and directness adds a vital dimension to PNE's team and the Canadian should be handed another start on Saturday. | CameraSport - Andrew Kearns