Preston North End lose to Bristol City to open season with four defeats

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Last updated Sep 1, 2026

Preston North End lose to Bristol City to open season with four defeats
Summary

Preston North End fell 3-1 to Bristol City at home in their most recent league outing. The result marks four consecutive losses for the club to begin the current league campaign. This winless start represents the first time in 70 years the team has opened a season with four straight defeats. Paul Heckingbottom spoke to BBC Radio Lancashire following the match to address the performance. The manager offered his reaction as the club seeks to address their current form after the winless run. Preston North End remains under pressure as they look for their first points of the new season.

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  • Preston North End lost 3-1 to Bristol City at home.
  • The team has recorded four successive defeats to start the league season.
  • This represents the first time in 70 years the club has lost four straight openers.
  • Paul Heckingbottom discussed the match results with BBC Radio Lancashire.
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Preston North End manager Paul Heckingbottom speaks to BBC Radio Lancashire after their 3-1 home loss to Bristol City makes it four successive league defeats at the start of a season for the first time in 70 years

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