Preston North End will host Cardiff City on Saturday as Championship football returns.
Frank McAvoy’s side will be hoping for a win after falling to a disappointing 3-0 defeat by Nottingham Forest last time out.
This weekend's fixture will be Cardiff’s first since Steve Morison was confirmed as their new permanent manager, but the Lilywhites will be confident they can pick up a third victory in four league matches against the team that sit six points behind them.
Preston can move up to mid-table if they can claim all three points against the Welsh club.
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This weekend's fixture will be Cardiff’s first since Steve Morison was confirmed as their new permanent manager, but the Lilywhites will be confident they can pick up a third victory in four league matches against the team that sit six points behind them.
5. Burnley, Leeds United & Wolves weighing up move for Championship star
Burnley, Leeds United and Wolverhampton Wanderers are all lining up a move for Reading midfielder John Swift. The 26-year-old has already scored eight goals and assisted seven this season. (The 72)
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6. Sheffield United loanee emerges as Norwich City target
Sheffield United loan man Conor Hourihane is reportedly wanted by Norwich City in the January window. The Canaries' new boss Dean Smith knows the midfielder from his time at Villa Park. (Football Insider)
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7. Ex-Preston striker joins Championship rivals
Former Preston North End loan man Andy Carroll has joined Reading on a short-term contract following his departure from Newcastle United. The striker spent six months on loan with the Lilywhites in 2007, scoring once. (Reading FC)
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8. Crystal Palace and Newcastle join race for West Brom starlet
Crystal Palace, Newcastle United and Southampton have all joined the race to sign West Brom teenager Reyes Cleary. The 17-year-old has recently been linked with a move to Bayern Munich. (The 72)
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