Bolton Wanderers secured their first Championship win since March 2019, defeating Preston North End 2-1 at the Toughsheet Community Stadium. The win marked a significant milestone for the team, who have been predicted to struggle on their return to the second tier after seven years away. The match saw Sam Dalby and Thierry Gale score for Bolton, while Jusef Erabi scored for Preston in the 88th minute. Despite the late goal, Bolton held on for the win, with Liam Lindsey missing a chance to equalize in the final minutes of the game. The victory puts Bolton at the top of the fledgling Championship table, with 70 goals scored and 52 conceded this season. They are 28 points behind leaders Lincoln. The win was a testament to the team's determination and resilience, and it will be interesting to see how they perform in their upcoming matches.

What happened? Bolton Wanderers secured their first Championship win since March 2019, defeating Preston North End 2-1 at the Toughsheet Community Stadium. The match saw Sam Dalby and Thierry Gale score for Bolton, while Jusef Erabi scored for Preston in the 88th minute.

Why it matters for Bolton Wanderers The win marks a significant milestone for the team, who have been predicted to struggle on their return to the second tier after seven years away. The victory puts Bolton at the top of the fledgling Championship table, with 70 goals scored and 52 conceded this season. They are 28 points behind leaders Lincoln.

What comes next? The team will be looking to build on this momentum and continue their winning streak in their upcoming matches. League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 5th in League One, 75 pts, 19W-18D-9L from 46 games, recent form LDDWL.