Stoke City make the trip to Deepdale on Saturday (15:00 BST) as they look to increase the distance between themselves and the relegation zone.
The Potters are only two points above 22nd placed Cardiff City but have won two of their past three league games to sit in 18th place.
They now face a Preston side firmly in the midtable, seven points clear of relegation but 10 away from the play-offs.
Will having more on the line spur Stoke to a win or will North End make good on their hopes to end the season strong?