Sean Gregan’s exclusive column

Preston North End can be more than happy with Saturday’s draw against Brighton at the Amex Stadium, especially with how it was achieved.
own to 10 men, going into stoppage-time losing 2-1 and to finish with a 2-2 draw was a decent achievement.
Had you offered North End a draw beforehand, they would have snapped your hand off.
Brighton are right up there and will be challenging for the play-offs minimum this season – I think they will be right in the mix for automatic.
They have a big budget which was shown when they were turning down bids of £8m for Dale Stephens on transfer deadline day.... read more