The 2018-19 campaign delivered another solid, over-achieving season for Preston North End as The Lilywhites finished a respectable 14th in the competitive Championship under Alex Neil. Despite flirting with relegation early on, a strong second half propelled them into a surprising push towards the play-offs. The attacking charge was led by joint-top league goalscorers, the excellent midfielder Alan Browne and forward Callum Robinson, who each netted 12 goals in a season built on grit and an impressive home record. This campaign confirmed Alex Neil's effectiveness and remains a proud chapter of the club's tradition of challenging the division's heavyweights on a modest budget.. The 2019-20 campaign was a season of soaring ambition and near-miss for Preston North End as The Lilywhites, under manager Alex Neil, mounted a genuine challenge for a coveted Championship play-off spot, ultimately finishing 9th. Leading the charge was the sensational Jamaican midfielder Daniel Johnson, whose 12 league goals and playmaking ability proved decisive, earning him the club's top scorer title. The season, which saw the team briefly top the table and generate immense excitement, was dramatically curtailed and then finished behind closed doors due to the COVID-19 pandemic, marking a bittersweet and defining chapter in the club's modern history.