Only one minute later, the ball was in the back of North End’s net as Tyrese Campbell popped up to head home from Harrison Burrows’ inviting cross. Heckingbottom admitted his side started the afternoon poorly but he was pleased with the second half display.

Paul Heckingbottom reacts to Sheffield United reception after Gus Hamer "cheat" moment v Preston North End Paul Heckingbottom was grateful for the reception he received on his return to former club Sheffield United after they picked up their latest win of the season against his Preston North End side this afternoon.

North End's 2024-25 season is all but over with 11 games to go, and a problem has been identified when it comes to consistency