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NEIL FIRES CAUTION TO LILYWHITES

CHAMPIONSHIP
PRESTON manager Alex Neil wants his side to stay focused on their league campaign after drawing Premier League champions Manchester City in the third round of the Carabao Cup.
The Lilywhites progressed following a penalty shoot-out win against Championship rivals Hull City and were rewarded with a home clash against Pep Guardiola’s men.
Neil said: “It will be a very big occasion for everyone at the club, but we will focus on that when the time comes.”
Defender Patrick Bauer added: “I watched the draw and there was a real buzz when it was Manchester City....

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