Inform Preston North End take on Plymouth Argyle in a tough encounter in the South West. Preston are unbeaten in their last 14 Championship games and hope to climb into the play-off spots. Plymouth have also hit some form with a draw and two wins in their last 3 Championship games as they try to climb away from the relegation zone.
Vital Quotes:
Argyle manager was upbeat before the visit of Preston to Home Park, he said ‘Preston are unbeaten in 14 games and have some good players. I just hope we good a crowd in, we need our supporters for this game. Their support is almost worth a goal start for us’.
Plymouth Argyle Team News:
Tony Pulis will stay faithfull to the starting 11 who won two nil away to Cardiff City on Boxing Day.
There were fears in the Argyle camp that loanee Elliott Ward would have to return to West Ham early because of injuries to defenders at Upton Park, but West Ham manager Alan Pardew has not activated the 24 hour recall clause on Ward.
Right back Paul Connolly is available after serving a one match suspension but will have to be satisfied with a place on the bench.
Player to watch: Nick Chadwick
Striker Nick Chadwick has hit a rich vein of goalscoring form and will hope to carry on against Preston.
Preston North End Team News:
Preston manager has injury problems and will choose players from a squad of just 17. Midfielder Eric Skora and keeper Andy Lonergan are both out due to knee injuries.
Preston’s last defeat in The Championship was against Luton on September 27.
Player to watch: David Nugent
Striker David Nugent carries most of Preston’s goal scoring threat, the 20 year old is hoping to sign a new and improved contract with Preston, despite several clubs reported to be interested in signing him.
