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How to watch Preston vs Sunderland - TV channel, live stream details, kick off time

stuart jamieson
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General View ahead of the pre-season friendly game between Preston North End and Southampton FC pictured at Deepdale on July 20, 2019 in Preston, England.
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Sunderland head to Deepdale to face Preston North End this week knowing another away win could extend their lead at the top of the Championship table.

The Black Cats have had an excellent start to the season, with Regis Le Bris' men boasting a six-match unbeaten run going into Wednesday night's game. They've also conceded just once in their last four.

By contrast. Preston are without a win in their last four, with a controversial 3-1 home defeat to Bristol City on Saturday, which left them 20th in the table. Here's all you need to know.

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When is Preston vs Sunderland?

The game takes place tonight, Wednesday, November 6, getting under way at 8pm.

Is Preston vs Sunderland on TV?

Yes, the game will be available to watch on Sky Sports Football and Sky Sports Main Event. Non-Sky Sports subscribers can purchase a day pass through NowTV here.

When can I watch Preston vs Sunderland highlights?

Brief highlights will be shown on ITV following the completion of the midweek set of fixtures. You can also see highlights and the Sky Sports and Sunderland YouTube channel.

Early Sunderland team news

Regis Le Bris had positive injury news, with Chris Rigg, Dan Ballard and Eliezer Mayenda all fit to play. Jobe Bellingham is suspended after his red card against QPR.

Who is the Preston vs Sunderland referee?

Lewis Smith is the man in the middle for this one. It is the first time he has take charge of the Black Cats, having become the youngest referee to take officiate a Premier League match. He has also overseen three Japenese J1 League games this year.

Midweek Championship fixtures and results

TUESDAY

  • Bristol City 1-2 Sheffield United

  • Oxford United 1-0 Hull City

  • QPR 1-4 Middlesbrough

  • Sheffield Wednesday 2-0 Norwich City

  • Plymouth Argyle 1-0 Portsmouth

  • Swansea City 1-0 Watford

WEDNESDAY

  • Coventry City vs Derby County (7.45pm)

  • Blackburn Rovers vs Stoke City (7.45pm)

  • Millwall vs Leeds United (7.45pm)

  • Preston vs Sunderland (8pm)

  • Luton Town vs Cardiff (8pm)

THURSDAY

  • West Brom vs Burnley (8pm)