Preston Coach Ryan Lowe Leaves After One Game
- Ryan Lowe, the Preston Coach, leaves the club after just one game.
- Lowe achieved 13th, 12th, and 10th-placed finishes during his two-and-a-half-season tenure.
- The sudden departure marks the end of his successful coaching career at Preston.
Preston North End has parted ways with manager Ryan Lowe by mutual consent, making him the first managerial casualty of the new Championship season. Lowe's departure follows a disappointing 2-0 defeat at home to Sheffield United on Friday, marking a challenging start to the season for the club. He had been at the helm since December 2021, guiding the team to finishes of 13th, 12th, and 10th over his tenure. In a statement, Preston North End confirmed that discussions on Sunday led to the decision for a change in management. Mike Marsh, along with Peter Murphy and Ched Evans, will take charge for the upcoming fixtures against Sunderland and Swansea City, with further arrangements to be announced next week. Lowe's time at the club included a promising start last season, where they topped the Championship table early on, but a poor finish saw them miss out on the play-offs. Lowe expressed gratitude for his time at Preston, stating, “I’ve had an unbelievable two and a half years... but I feel now is the right time to move on.” He emphasized his commitment to the club's future, believing he was leaving it in a strong position with a talented squad. Preston has faced challenges in recent years, struggling to replicate past successes, including a play-off final appearance in 2001. The Lilywhites are set to face Sunderland in the Carabao Cup on Tuesday, as they look to turn their fortunes around after a tough start to the season.