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Ben Davies is eager to make a strong start against Preston in the Championship opener, with a personal stake in the result. Having spent 14 years at Preston North End, Davies hopes to get one over on his former club this Saturday.
What's at Stake for Davies?
Davies has a personal connection to the match, having spent 14 years at Preston North End. He still lives in Preston and has been getting some good-natured teasing from locals about the upcoming match.
Davies' Career Path
Davies played 145 games for Preston before joining Liverpool five years ago. He then moved on to play for Rangers in Scotland, with loan spells at Birmingham City and Oxford United, before returning to the North West this summer to help Bolton in their step up in class.
Recent Form
Preston finished 14th in the Championship last season, with 60 points from 46 games. They have scored 55 goals and conceded 62 so far this season, with a -7 goal difference. They are 35 points behind leaders Coventry in the title race.
Next Fixture
Preston's next fixture is against Bolton, who they will face away on August 15. Davies is looking forward to the match and is confident that the fans will be behind them.
What Comes Next?
Davies is excited to see the atmosphere at the match and is looking forward to a strong start for Bolton. He believes that the team has a good chance of winning and is eager to contribute to their success.
