Past Player Profile- David Beckham

David Beckham at Deepdale.
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David Beckham arguably the most famous footballer in the world believe it or not actually played for Preston North End. David Beckham is a worldwide icon, a footballing hero to most Taken to Manchester as a young boy from his home town of Leytonstone, Beckham made his mark as a right-sided midfielder, and is known for being one of the most exceptional strikers of the ball in the game the game has seen and probably will ever see, his pin point accuracy is admired by many, something he has worked very hard on throughout his career. Many believe his loan spell at Deeepdale in the 94/95 season gave him the toughness to succeed, playing Division three football must have been a shock to Beckham at first, but my word did he deliever. This clip of David show the class he brought to Preston North End Football Club, scoring two goals in five appearances, notably scoring directly from a corner kick. Following the loan move to Deeepdale. Beckham impressed Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson that much, he pulled the loan and included him in their league match were they endured a goaless draw against Leeds United. David Beckham no doubt had talent, but who could have predicted the man he has become today: A true living legend.

Preston North End Managers Timeline 1998-2011

Preston North End have had a great tradition of installing great Manager's. This timeline shows Preston North end Manager's and their success, dating from 1998-2011. Starting with David Moyes to the current man in charge Phil Brown.

The Npower Championship Away Travel Map

This map helps Preston fans map their route to Away games. All 23 Npower Championship clubs listed on the map making travel that bit easier with easy guide directions.


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The Big Match Preview: Coventry City (H) 19/3/2011

Tomorrow the mighty Northend entertain Coventry City looking for their first back-to-back league win since way back in September. The last double the whites recorded started against Coventry before going on to beat Leeds four days later. Preston lie 24th in the Championship table on 28 points, 14 points behind Coventry in 19th place. North End welcome the Sky Blues to Deepdale on the back of a brilliant 3-0 away win at Scunthorpe whilst the visitors recorded a well deserved 2-2  draw at Turf Moor on Tuesday night. Both teams will be looking to record wins prior to the international break which follows Saturday's fixture.

NORTH END TEAM NEWS

Preston North End's squad will be boosted with the return of full back David Gray having been injured since the away trip to Norwich City three games ago. Centre back Leon Cort, who picked up an injury in the same game as Gray, is still sidelined for another week suffering from a hamstring problem.Barry Nicholson came off the bench late on in the fixture against Scunthorpe on Tuesday night so will be pushing for a place in the starting line up.Eddie Johnson, who picked up a slight knock against Scunny, is passed fit for the game. Blackburn loan signing Amine Linganzi could return following his injury.

Believe!

Craig Morgan tussles with the Scunthorpe striker.
Image from google images.

Following the 3-0 away victory over Scunthorpe United on Tuesday night there is renewed optimism at Deepdale. Just as many fans began to accept that League One was the only place the club was heading, Phil Browns men put in a warrior like performance to install a late surge for survival. Saturday is another massive game against Coventry City who will be no push over, the manager-less side sacked Aidy Boothroyd during the week and later played out a very creditable 2-2 draw away at promotion chasing Burnley, they will no doubt be up for a battle. We need your support. Back the boys Saturday 3pm. Come on you whites.

The new PNE fans blog

Preston fans in full voice.
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This blog covers all the latest news regarding Preston North End, transfer rumors, pre match news, results and interviews. We aim to get fans interacting about the events at Deepdale. If you are an avid lilywhite then this is the blog for you!