Heckingbottom reflects on Preston's defeat at Charlton
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 6:08 PM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
Preston North End manager Paul Heckingbottom expressed frustration following a 1-0 loss to Charlton Athletic on August 29. The match was decided by Karlan Grant's goal, which Heckingbottom deemed scruffy. Despite controlling much of the game and creating several chances, he noted a lack of finishing quality as a decisive factor in the defeat. He acknowledged that individual performances were generally good but emphasized the need to improve in both penalty areas.
- •Preston lost 1-0 to Charlton on August 29.
- •Karlan Grant scored the only goal of the match.
- •Heckingbottom felt the team controlled the game overall.
- •He criticized the lack of killer instinct in front of goal.
- •Preston aims to improve finishing in upcoming matches.
- 6:08 PMYahoo Sports — Heckingbottom hurt by Preston defeat
"Preston boss Paul Heckingbottom admits the 1-0 defeat at Charlton is tough to take.
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