Preston, at times, were put under real pressure from Sheffield Wednesday during the week. But with Jayden Stockley off the bench, Alex Neil’s men displayed their quality which could push them into the end of season play-offs.
The come from behind win has the Lilywhites just three points off the last play-off place following Cardiff City's home loss to Blackburn Rovers. With four games to go there are just six points between sixth and 12th.
Using Wyscout, we delve into the key stats from the midweek Championship games involving teams vying for promotion. Click and scroll through to find out how Preston and their rivals fared.
1. Bristol City 2 - 1 Hull City - Robins lucky?
The Robins could perhaps count themselves fortunate to defeat struggling Hull City. Despite scoring twice their xG was just 0.77 compared to the Tigers’ 1.26. They were also out-shot. Photo: Michael Steele
2. Millwall 0 - 2 Middlesbrough - Lions struggle to create
Manager Gary Rowett would have been left frustrated against Boro. Millwall had more possession (56.71), more shots (11) and enough passes into the final third (53) but didn’t create enough clear cut chances. Photo: Warren Little
3. Cardiff City 2 - 3 Blackburn Rovers - Armstrong imperious
Adam Armstrong was instrumental in the win in Wales. Not only did he score a wonder goal from far out but he also provided an assist. He made 5 progressive runs - way above his 1.96 average for the season - and was largely accurate when playing into the final third. Photo: Ross Kinnaird
4. West Brom 2 - 0 Derby County - Definition of toothless
The Rams were the definition of toothless in their defeat to the Baggies. They had an xG of just 0.04, attempting three shots all game, none failing to hit the target. Photo: David Rogers