Preston North End postpones friendly due to England's World Cup match

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Last updated Jul 12, 2026

Preston North End postpones friendly due to England's World Cup match
Summary

Preston North End has postponed their pre-season friendly against Chorley, originally set for July 15, due to a scheduling conflict with England's World Cup semi-final against Argentina on the same date. The club's pre-season schedule begins with a match against Bamber Bridge on July 14. Ongoing pitch improvement work at Deepdale means no friendlies will take place there, and their Carabao Cup first-round tie has been relocated to Goodison Park. Preston will kick off the Championship season against Bolton Wanderers on August 15.

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  • Preston North End's friendly against Chorley is postponed.
  • England faces Argentina in a World Cup semi-final on July 15.
  • Preston's pre-season starts against Bamber Bridge on July 14.
  • Pitch improvement work prevents matches at Deepdale until further notice.
  • Preston's Championship campaign begins at Bolton Wanderers on August 15.
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Preston North End postpone their pre-season friendly at Chorley as it clashes with England's World Cup semi-final against Argentina

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