Ryan Lowe on a high following Preston’s win at Hull

Preston manager Ryan Lowe was delighted by his side’s 1-0 win over Hull at the MKM Stadium, paying tribute to his players’ efforts after the game.

North End hit a post in the first half and had chances cleared off the line too, as well as a goal disallowed for handball, but Cameron Archer scored the winning goal early in the second half.

“It was a frustrating first half, and it was a decent game. It was end to end,” he said.

“They stuck to the plan and followed it. It’s a tough place to come, but we’ve been playing some good stuff as well. It’s been a tough week and I’m pleased.

“My heart was in my mouth at times, but the boys put their bodies on the lines. We just needed that little bit more calmness.”

Lowe was impressed with Aston Villa loanee Archer and is convinced there is more to come from the forward.

“He’s a fantastic player,” Lowe added. “He was brought here to score goals. We know he’s not 100 per cent today but he’s a fantastic talent. We have to keep working with him to keep improving him, he’s not our player, he’s a loan player.”

Lowe also praised the other side of Preston’s game, showing defensive solidity to keep Hull at bay.

“Foundations are built on clean sheets,” he said. “Ultimately you have to be solid and resolute. The boys have been fantastic.

“We wanted to take the shackles off the boys, and I want to play the style I want to play. We’re in good form but we’re not going to get carried away.”

Lowe is also keeping his feet firmly on the ground, despite his side’s good run.

“We just look at the next game,” he added. “If you get back-to-back wins in the Championship, it gets you up there. All we can do is look to the next one.

“If we need to freshen up, we’ll do it. It’s for the sake of the lads that