Lancashire Evening Post Sport

'It's personal for me' MP gets behind bid to host Olympics here in the north

Nicola Adam — Thu, 05 Nov 2026 09:58:34 GMT

“I watched as we unsuccessfully bid for the Olympic Games many, many years ago.”

“It’s obviously been a good run for us”: Morecambe midfielder eyes three points on the road

Gavin Browne — Thu, 05 Nov 2026 08:00:18 GMT

Morecambe midfielder is targeting another positive result as they hit the road in National League North.

Graham Alexander admits 'mistake' after coming to realisation about his Preston North End players

Dan Murphy — Thu, 05 Nov 2026 06:02:26 GMT

Graham Alexander has admitted he made a ‘mistake’ with his team selection at Stoke City.

Preston boss Graham Alexander details 'honest' conversation with Alfie Devine before 'massive step forward'

Dan Murphy — Wed, 04 Nov 2026 20:01:04 GMT

Alfie Devine picked up an assist in PNE’s defeat to Sheffield United.

Former boxing champion Scott Fitzgerald seeks redemption in and outside of the ring

Craig Salmon — Wed, 04 Nov 2026 17:01:22 GMT

Former boxing champion Scott Fitzgerald is hoping for redemption after a series of drug-fuelled incidents led to a prison term in 2023, but he is determined to turn his life around and make amends for his past mistakes.

Graham Alexander makes Greg Docherty decision after playing for Preston North End U21s

Dan Murphy — Wed, 04 Nov 2026 16:47:02 GMT

Greg Docherty played for PNE’s Under-21s on Monday night.

Graham Alexander gives injury update on Preston North End star Johnny Kenny

Dan Murphy — Wed, 04 Nov 2026 16:13:30 GMT

Johnny Kenny was forced off in the 13th minute against Sheffield United.