It will be the first league game in PR1 since a 4-2 defeat to Millwall in their final game before the World Cup break.
That loss to the Lions is North End’s only one in their last five games, coming into this one off the back of a thumping 4-1 win over Blackburn Rovers, but that game was not without its challenges.
Ryan Lowe was without six players who were in the squad against Millwall the last time North End at played at Deepdale in the game at Ewood Park and does expect to have at least one, possibly two, back fit for Saturday.
Here’s how we think he will line up...
5. CB: Greg Cunningham
When the Irishman is called upon, he delivers. After another solid performance on Saturday, Greg Cunningham should be the man on the left side of defence. Photo: CameraSport - Alex Dodd
6. RWB - Brad Potts
Brad Potts played well at Ewood Park and should keep his place at Deepdale. Photo: CameraSport - Mick Walker
7. CM: Ben Whiteman
He came back from injury and Saturday and it looked like he'd never been away, Ben Whiteman is an important part of this North End side. Photo: CameraSport - Alex Dodd
8. CM: Ryan Ledson
Ryan Ledson was PNE's enforcer last week and his tackle after just a couple of mintues set the tone for the game, hopefully he can pick up where he left off on Saturday. Photo: Barrington Coombs