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English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming Central Reserve League clash between Preston North End Reserves and Derby County Reserves is set for 29.09.2025 at 12:00. Here you’ll find everything about confirmed lineups, tactical approaches, and recent performances leading into one of the most anticipated fixtures in England.
Pre-Match Overview
Both clubs come into this Central Reserve League encounter with contrasting form and ambitions.
Preston North End Reserves, currently sitting - in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Derby County Reserves, positioned -, aim to continue their climb up the Central Reserve League table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 29.09.2025
- Kickoff: 12:00
- Favorite: -
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 29.09.2025, finishing Derby County Reserves 3-2 Preston North End Reserves.
Preston North End Reserves Starting XI and Tactical Notes
The Preston North End Reserves squad has been dominant at home throughout the Central Reserve League 2025 campaign.
Fans searching for the Preston North End Reserves lineup today or Preston North End Reserves starting XI can find it on this page.
The manager’s choices this week will likely focus on:
- Maintaining defensive stability after recent fixtures
- Enhancing midfield control and quick transitions
- Maximizing forward efficiency in the final third
Recent Preston North End Reserves home performances:
Date Event Score 04.11.2025 Preston North End Reserves vs Blackpool Reserves 0 - 1 14.10.2025 Preston North End Reserves vs Blackburn Rovers Reserves 1 - 2 29.09.2025 Derby County Reserves vs Preston North End Reserves 3 - 2
Derby County Reserves Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Derby County Reserves have been unpredictable this season but remain dangerous against top sides.
Their confirmed lineup for today’s Central Reserve League game will soon be announced on this page.
Performance overview:
- League standing: -
- Recent head-to-head record: Derby County Reserves 3-2 Preston North End Reserves
- Wins this season over Preston North End Reserves: 1
Recent away match stats for Derby County Reserves:
Date Event Score 25.11.2025 Derby County Reserves vs Mansfield Town Reserves 3 - 1 19.11.2025 Stockport County Reserves vs Derby County Reserves 6 - 2 14.10.2025 Grimsby Town Reserves vs Derby County Reserves 2 - 3
Prediction and Final Word
As of 18.12.2025, odds point to - as the likely winner, but English football rarely follows the script. Weather, intensity, and tactical precision will all influence the result.
The confirmed Preston North End Reserves and Derby County Reserves lineups for the Central Reserve League 2025 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.
