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Preston defeats Blackburn Rovers in the Lancashire derby

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 7, 2026, 1:14 PM

Last updated Sep 7, 2026

Preston defeats Blackburn Rovers in the Lancashire derby
Summary

Preston beat Blackburn Rovers in the Lancashire derby on Saturday. Callum Lang opened the scoring for Preston in the ninth minute and added a second goal before halftime to establish a lead. Blackburn Rovers pulled a goal back in the second half through an own goal from Stan Mills, but could not find an equalizer. Former Blackburn Rovers striker Kevin Gallagher noted that while supporters may have been pleased with the team's performance, the club struggled to convert opportunities despite early pressure. Gallagher highlighted a pivotal moment in midfield where a failure to contest a header allowed Preston to retain possession and maintain their advantage throughout the match.

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  • •Preston defeated Blackburn Rovers on Saturday in the Lancashire derby.
  • •Callum Lang scored two goals in the first half for Preston.
  • •Stan Mills recorded an own goal to account for the Blackburn Rovers score.
  • •Kevin Gallagher praised the Blackburn Rovers performance despite the loss.
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Former Blackburn Rovers striker Kevin Gallagher thinks Rovers fans will be pleased with their showing in the Lancashire derby against Preston on Saturday, but small margins decided an unwanted outcome.

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