Preston North End and West Bromwich Albion shared the points in a 1-1 Championship draw at Deepdale. Substitute Aune Heggebo rescued a late equaliser for West Brom, denying Preston their first win under new manager Graham Alexander. The Norwegian came off the bench on the hour and struck in the 82nd minute.
Andrew Hughes had given Preston the lead just before half-time from a corner. Preston, bottom of the Championship, had endured a turbulent week with two first-team coaches departing. Alex Neil's side started brightly, with Johnny Kenny forcing early saves, but West Brom grew into the game.
Isaac Price forced a smart save, and James Morrison's men came from behind to win their last two matches. The wind played a factor at Deepdale, with both goalkeepers making key interventions. Hughes' goal was short-lived as Heggebo's late strike settled the contest.
The result leaves Preston winless under Alexander, while West Brom remain unbeaten in three.
Source: Sky Sports Champions League · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing