Alex Neil's Lilywhites stand an excellent chance of making the play-offs, and will look to kick on and take further steps towards earning a spot in the Premier League once the season recommences. Here's a look at how the Preston boss' career win record shapes up against every other current second tier coach.
17. Marcelo Bielsa - Leeds United
Current career win percentage: 45.4%. Best record: Argentina (61.8%). Worst record: Lille (26.3%). Photo: George Wood
18. Michael O'Neill - Stoke City
Current career win percentage: 46.7%. Best record: Shamrock Rovers (54.9%). Worst record: Northern Ireland (36.1%). Photo: Gareth Copley
19. Sabri Lamouchi - Nottingham Forest
Current career win percentage: 47.9%. Best record: El Jaish (54.4%). Worst record: Rennes (38%). Photo: Michael Regan
20. Slaven Bilic - West Bromwich Albion
Current career win percentage: 48%. Best record: Hadjuk Split (68.8%). Worst record: Lokomotiv Moscow (37.8%). Photo: JUSTIN TALLIS