Preston vs Hearts LIVE score and goal updates from pre-season friendly clash at Deepdale

It was Tranmere last week, now it's Preston North End as Hearts take on English opposition in a friendly.

Robbie Neilson wants his players to get used to travelling and playing ahead of their European adventure this season.

It will either be the Europa League or Europa Conference League group stages for the capital club, which means a regular Thursday-Sunday schedule of games.

The Tynecastle boss thought his men looked fatigued during the second half of their 2-2 draw with Crawley Town at the weekend. But that's something he wants them to experience sl they don't fall flat when the real action gets underway.

Lawrence Shankland is unlikely to be involved despite signing earlier today. The former Dundee United striker penned a three-year deal but won't be registered in time.

There could a familiar face in opposition tonight. Ben Woodburn spent last season on loan from Liverpool, and it's his number nine shirt that Shankland fills. He's since joined North End after his Anfield deal expired.

Joe Savage knows tonight's opponents well, having headed up their recruitment before becoming sporting director in Gorgie 18 months ago. It's also where they signed winger Josh Ginnelly from.

Australian international Kye Rowles was a trialist on Saturday having arrived from Down Under. However, it's unlikely he's fit enough to feature in Lancashire but should get some minutes against Stoke City this weekend in Gary Locke's testimonial.

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