PNE bash Rovers
Delighted Preston boss Ryan Lowe lauded an “outstanding” performance after his depleted Preston side thrashed Blackburn as the Championship roared back into action.
North End stormed to a 4-1 win with goals from Ched Evans (two), Ben Woodburn and Ben Whiteman in the Lancashire derby to climb to fifth place.
Manager Lowe said: “The game plan worked to a tee, stuff we've been working on.
“Credit where credit's due to the group.
“We want to be a little bit more expansive in terms of getting in people's faces.
“I thought in possession and out of possession we were fantastic.”
Billy Sharp scored the only goal as Sheffield United beat Huddersfield 1-0.
The Blades now trail leaders Burnley only on goals scored.
Ipswich Town went top of League One with a 2-1 win against Peterborough, courtesy of a Conor Chaplin double.
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