Evans’ glancing header from an Alan Browne corner at the near post when all the way along the face of goal and into the back of the net off the far post, sending Evans and the travelling fans into celebration.
Here are our best pictures from the day...
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Preston North End's Ched Evans celebrates scoring the first goal of the game Photo: Richard Sellers
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Preston North End supporters enjoying the match atmosphere Photo: CameraSport - Andrew Kearns
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Preston North End supporters enjoying the pre-match atmosphere Photo: CameraSport - Andrew Kearns
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Preston North End supporters enjoying the pre-match atmosphere Photo: CameraSport - Andrew Kearns