"Starting with the hosts, at the heart of a Championship relegation scrap last season and only just clinging to their second-tier status, Preston were simply hoping for smoother sailing this time around. However, embarking on what has become a sensational run of form, Paul Heckinbottom's side remarkably sit fourth in the Championship table and they are within touching distance of finding a route into the automatic promotion spots."
"As for the visitors, enduring what has become another League One struggle this season, many around the Brick Community Stadium are looking over their shoulder at a looming relegation scrap. Currently holding just a three-point buffer from slipping into the drop zone, Ryan Lowe's side have once again come under serious scrutiny. Last seen putting in another toothless display as they slumped to a 1-0 loss away at Wigan, the Latics have recorded just a single win from any of their previous seven appearances"
Preston have improved from last season's relegation battle to sit fourth in the Championship under Paul Heckinbottom, mounting a sensational run that threatens automatic promotion. The team recorded a 3-0 win over Sheffield Wednesday to begin the New Year and most recently beat Bristol City 2-0 away. Preston have suffered only one loss in their last ten Championship outings since November 21st. Wigan occupy a low position in League One, sitting three points above the drop zone under Ryan Lowe, with just one win in their last seven matches and a poor away record.
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