Preston Stages Comeback to Claim Victory Over Charlton

Preston secured a hard-fought 2-1 win over Charlton, thanks to Brad Potts' decisive goal in the 65th minute. The hosts took the lead through Joe Rankin-Costello in the first half, but Lewis Dobbin equalized for Preston before the break. Charlton started strongly, with Greg Docherty and Rankin-Costello both going close early on. However, Preston grew into the game and leveled the score through Dobbin's header from Potts' cross. The visitors dominated the early stages of the second half, with Potts eventually scoring the winner after a swift counter-attack. Charlton pushed for an equalizer, but Preston's defense held firm, with goalkeeper Daniel Iversen making a crucial block to deny Lloyd Jones. The win marked Preston's first away victory since January 4, while Charlton's home struggles continued. Charlton manager Nathan Jones expressed concerns over his team's inability to convert chances into goals, while Preston boss Paul Heckingbottom praised his team's energy and resilience.