Ohashi's Header Secures Dramatic Blackburn Win

Blackburn secured a vital 1-0 victory over Preston thanks to a dramatic injury-time header from Yuki Ohashi. The win provided Blackburn with consecutive home victories for the first time this season and importantly, created a six-point buffer from the relegation zone.

Manager Michael O'Neill expressed that such close-fought wins are crucial for building confidence. He noted that while Preston shaded the first half, his team improved and ultimately earned their reward through Ohashi's "fantastic" goal, which he believes will give the squad "real belief."

Preston manager Paul Heckingbottom was understandably frustrated, describing his emotion as anger. He felt his team should have secured at least a point. Heckingbottom admitted his side had control of spells but lacked the cutting edge to create sufficient chances, noting they played too often in front of the Blackburn defense.