League position
Full tableChampionship 2026-27 · 24 of 24
| # | Team | P | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 |  LincolnLincoln City | 10 | -10 | 11 |
| 19 |  CardiffCardiff City | 10 | +1 | 10 |
| 20 |  NorwichNorwich City | 10 | -3 | 9 |
| 21 |  BurnleyBurnley | 10 | -4 | 8 |
| 22 |  WatfordWatford | 10 | -11 | 8 |
| 23 |  DerbyDerby County | 10 | -10 | 6 |
| 24 | PrestonPreston North End | 10 | -12 | 4 |
Matches
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Form
Home & awaySeason history
All seasonsLeague
| Season | Competition | Pos | Movement | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | Championship | 24 | 4 | |
| 2025-26 | Championship | 14 | 60 | |
| 2024-25 | Championship | 20 | 50 | |
| 2023-24 | Championship | 10 | 63 | |
| 2022-23 | Championship | 12 | 63 |
Ground
- Middlesbrough · Riverside Stadium
- Burnley · Turf Moor
- Blackburn Rovers · Ewood Park
- Bolton Wanderers · Toughsheet Community Stadium
- Sheffield United · Bramall Lane
- Lincoln City · LNER Stadium
- Wrexham · STōK Cae Ras
- Stoke City · bet365 Stadium
- Derby County · Pride Park Stadium
- Norwich City · Carrow Road
- Wolverhampton Wanderers · Molineux Stadium
- West Bromwich Albion · The Hawthorns
- Birmingham City · St Andrew's Stadium
- Watford · Vicarage Road
- Swansea City · Swansea.com Stadium
- West Ham United · London Stadium
- Queens Park Rangers · MATRADE Loftus Road
- Charlton Athletic · The Valley
- Millwall · The Den
- Cardiff City · Cardiff City Stadium
- Bristol City · Ashton Gate Stadium
- Southampton · St. Mary's Stadium
- Portsmouth · Fratton Park
Generated summary
Overview
Preston North End is a professional football club based in Preston, England. Founded in 1863, the club plays its home matches at Deepdale Stadium, which is known for being one of the oldest football grounds in the world. As of the 2025-26 season, Preston North End competes in the EFL Championship, where they are currently positioned 13th.
History
Preston North End was one of the founding members of the Football League in 1888 and is known for its historical significance in English football. The club's early years were marked by success, being among the first clubs to achieve the double of winning the league and the FA Cup in 1889. Over the decades, Preston has experienced various highs and lows, reflecting changes in management and player development.
Achievements
Despite a rich history, Preston North End has no recorded major honours in recent times. The club's most notable achievements came in the late 19th century. In the modern era, they continue to strive for success in the EFL Championship, aiming to return to the Premier League.
Rivalries
Preston North End has established notable rivalries with several clubs, most prominently with Blackpool, with whom they contest the West Lancashire derby. The rivalry is characterized by a passionate fanbase and competitive matches. Additionally, they have rivalries with Burnley and Blackburn Rovers, reflecting the geographic proximity and historical competition in the region.
Generated by gpt-4o-mini · 1 Apr 2026 · from Almanac data
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