Preston North End manager Ryan Lowe is unlikely to tinker too much with his team for Saturday's visit of Watford.
The Lilywhites put in an excellent display on Tuesday night, as Huddersfield Town were beaten 3-1 at the John Smith's Stadium. Lowe, during his tenure, has tended to stick by a winning side - though the Hornets clash is PNE's third game in a week.
One goal conceded across the last 180 minutes of football is an improved defensive effort, so goalkeeper Freddie Woodman will hope to keep his place - along with the back three of Jordan Storey, Jack Whatmough and Liam Lindsay.
In midfield, Ben Whiteman, captain Alan Browne and Duane Holmes are all expected to stay in, as is right wing-back Brad Potts - with Calvin Ramsay only just back after having Covid. Liam Millar was a bright spark down the left in midweek, so could well keep his place too.
Ali McCann, Ryan Ledson or Mads Frokjaer would offer freshness in midfield, while Andrew Hughes and Greg Cunningham are options if the back line needs altering. Up top, the returning Milutin Osmajic could replace Ched Evans in the starting lineup.
Here's our predicted PNE XI to face Watford.
1. GK: Freddie Woodman
Got the clean sheet he'd been looking for at Norwich and is excited to get back to Deepdale. Read an interview with PNE's number one on our website.
2. RCB: Jordan Storey
A consistent figure in Preston's team, he should keep his place for the third game in a week.
3. CB: Jack Whatmough
Given a strong account of himself over the last 180 minutes - a third good performance would be a real positive for all concerned. He may need a breather, having only recently returned from injury.
4. LCB: Liam Lindsay
Regularly plays every match of a three game week, so another big shift will likely be required. If Whatmough is rested, Lindsay can be expected to shift into the central role - where he is most at home. Photo: CameraSport - Dave Howarth