LOWE HALTS THE LILYWHITES SLIDE

Dogged Preston stop rot

- Charlie Walker

RYAN Lowe was delighted with Preston’s backs-to-the-wall defensive display as they came away from Carrow Road with a hard-earned point.

Hosts Norwich City had by far the better of the game, but gritty Preston managed to hold out to end a run of three consecutive defeats.

“It was a solid, resolute performance and our application was spot on,” said Lowe.

“This is a difficult place to come to and our attitude going into the game was to keep the back door shut, and whatever happens at the other end we will take.

“First and foremost, we defended really well, and when it was needed there were plenty of blocks, good saves and good headers to keep them out. We also had our moments at the other end.