Preston hold off Oxford United to climb to third | OneFootball

Match in Five Sentences: Preston North End beat Oxford United 2-1 at the Kassam Stadium. In the 26th minute, Jordan Storey headed in from Thierry Small's corner to put Preston ahead. After the restart, Daniel Jebbison doubled the lead (49.), before Brian De Keersmaecker pulled one back (53.). Oxford United had 23 attempts and 55.1% of the ball, but Daniel Iversen's six saves kept Preston in front. Preston rise from fifth to third and host Norwich City next, while Oxford United visit Charlton Athletic.

Player of the Match: Daniel Iversen was decisive, making six saves and three high claims to frustrate Oxford United's 23-attempt surge.

Stat of the Match: Preston converted both of their shots on target, clinical finishing that proved the difference.

Three Things We Learned: Set pieces continue to matter for Preston, with Storey's first half header arriving from a Small corner. Oxford United created sustained pressure, recording 23 attempts and striking the woodwork through Will Lankshear. New signing Brian De Keersmaecker, who joined this season, scored his first Oxford United goal.