Irvine: North End will be ready
Johnson missing as Toffees triumph
In-demand striker Andy Johnson was not involved as Everton enjoyed a 1-0 friendly win at Preston North End on Tuesday evening.
Mellor ready to fight for place
Preston North End striker Neil Mellor expects a tough fight for a regular starting berth at Deepdale this forthcoming season.
Irvine confirms Whaley caution
Preston North End boss Alan Irvine has revealed winger Simon Whaley missed Saturday's win at Morecambe due to a calf strain.
Shrimps crushed in friendly match
Preston recorded a comfortable 3-0 win at Morecambe as their preparations for the Championship season continued.
Irvine: We can play much better
Preston manager Alan Irvine believes his North End side need to improve on their performance following the 2-0 friendly win over Chorley.
Trotman may miss start of season
Preston defender Neal Trotman could miss the start of the new season as he prepares to undergo surgery on a hernia problem.
No room for complacency - Irvine
Boss Alan Irvine has warned his players not to get complacent after Preston comfortably beat FC Erdal Hallein 11-0 over the weekend.
North End stroll in friendly opener
Preston North End opened their pre-season campaign with a convincing 11-0 victory over Austrian outfit FC Erdal Hallein.
McKenna enjoys intense work-out
Preston midfielder Paul McKenna believes the club's summer training camp in Austria will stand them in good stead for the new season.
