Stoke City vs Preston: Injury Crisis Looms with 5 Ruled Out and 4 Key Doubts – Who Will Rise to the Challenge?
Preston North End head to the bet365 Stadium on Tuesday night, seeking their first Championship away win since March. Both PNE and Stoke City come into this encounter following 1-1 draws, with the Potters buoyed by a goal from former Preston loanee Tom Cannon.
In team news, Preston could welcome Liam Lindsay back from injury, though the defender’s return remains uncertain. Captain Ben Whiteman is fit to play, while Robbie Brady and Patrick Bauer are ruled out. Stoke, meanwhile, regain Wouter Burger but lose Jordan Thompson to suspension, with doubts lingering over Andrew Moran’s availability due to illness.