Bolton Wanderers host Preston North End in Championship opener

Bolton Wanderers face Preston North End in their EFL Championship season opener on Saturday at 12:30 BST. Bolton returns to the Championship after promotion from League One but suffered a defeat to Sheffield Wednesday in the EFL Cup's first round. Preston North End is seeking to break a seven-match winless streak on opening day fixtures. Historically, Bolton has struggled against Preston, going winless in their last six league matches against them. Both teams have faced challenges in recent form, which could influence the outcome of the match.

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