North End are one of the favourites for direct promotion, beside Sheffield clubs and maybe Charlton. Phil Brown turned the things over when he arrived in the club. It was too late for saving in Championship, but it should be a good season in the third tier. Despite an interest from bigger clubs, they have kept key players (except Sean St Ledger - Leicester) and returned Neil Mellor from Sheff Wed.
Considering their moves on the transfer market, mid-table should be again Colchester’s ambition. They’ve brought two experienced players, midfielder Duguid and def Rose from Plymouth and Swindon, and young Tom Eastman from Ipswich.
First game calls on some caution (and hardly all favourites will win), but Preston should be too much for the visitors.
Bet: Preston -0.75
Odd: 2.07 188bet
Stake: 7/10
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