Preston North End struggles in season opener against Bolton Wanderers
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 12:14 PM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026
Preston North End faced a challenging start to the Championship season with a loss against Bolton Wanderers. The team conceded two early goals, struggled defensively, and received three yellow cards. Despite five impactful substitutions, Preston managed only a late consolation goal from Jusef Erabi. New midfielder Leo Leroy made a promising debut, indicating potential for improvement this season. Manager Paul Heckingbottom acknowledged the team's slow start and was hopeful for future performances after seeing some positive contributions from substitutes.
- •Preston North End loses to Bolton Wanderers in Championship opener.
- •Two early goals conceded severely impacted the match.
- •Substitutes made positive contributions, including a goal from Erabi.
- •New signing Leo Leroy impressed in his debut performance.
- •Manager Heckingbottom emphasized the need for better team cohesion.
- 12:14 PMYahoo Sports — Encouraging signs despite Preston defeat
"BBC Radio Lancashire's Andy Bayes looks at the positives for Preston North End despite a disappointing loss against local rivals Bolton Wanderers on the opening weekend of the Championship.
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