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Bolton secures 2-1 victory over Preston in Championship opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 1:25 PM

Last updated Aug 15, 2026

Bolton secures 2-1 victory over Preston in Championship opener

Summary

Bolton Wanderers returned to the Championship with a 2-1 victory against Preston North End on August 15, 2026. Sam Dalby and Thierry Gale each scored in the first half, putting Bolton ahead 2-0. Jusef Erabi scored late for Preston, but Bolton held on to win. Despite late pressure from Preston, including a missed opportunity by Liam Lindsay, Bolton secured the crucial win at home to kick off their campaign.

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•Bolton led 2-0 after first-half goals from Sam Dalby and Thierry Gale.
•Jusef Erabi scored late for Preston, narrowing the deficit to 2-1.
•The match took place at Bolton's home ground.
•Milutin Osmajić's missed chance for Preston could have tied the game.
•Bolton's win sets a positive tone for their Championship return.

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1:25 PMYahoo Sports — Bolton 2-1 Preston: Wanderers make dream Championship return with victory over Preston

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Bolton Wanderers made their return to the Championship in style as Sam Dalby and Thierry Gale struck in the first half to secure an opening day victory over Preston.Bolton Wanderers’ return to the C...
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