Preston North End head to the Riverside this weekend looking to get back on track after a difficult few weeks
The Lilywhites have lost their last three games across all competitions, without scoring a goal. However, after midweek Championship action, Paul Heckingbottom’s remain sixth in the table as they go into battle with second placed Boro.
Milutin Osmajic will be unavailable after his late red card against Hull City on Tuesday night, for violent conduct. Brad Potts’ knock will likely see him join Daniel Iversen, Andrew Hughes, Andrija Vukcevic and Robbie Brady on the sidelines.
Here is our predicted PNE XI to start at the Riverside.
9. CAM: Alfie Devine
Quite simply one of North End's best players and a no brainer selection, barring any issues. | CameraSport - Andrew Kearns
10. ST: Lewis Dobbin
He's had some good moments on the road this season and PNE will be hoping he can cause Boro problems. | CameraSport - Rob Newell
11. ST: Daniel Jebbison
With Osmajic out the Canadian is surely set to start this one. He has shown how effective he can be and Jebbison should be fired up, having been on the bench in the last four league games. | Getty Images