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All the hard work that was meant for Hibs was gratefully taken up by a Burnley team who were determined to stop a Preston side reaching yet another Cup Final. The game played on Preston impressive training pitch was watch by PNE youth team and head of IFA John Boocock. Also in attendance were BBC Radio lancashire

This semi final tie was brought forward because of a late cancellation by Hibs who were due to meet Preston in the quarter final if the IFA British Cup. The weather could not have been better as both sides prepared to renew their local rivalry. The early pressure came from Preston but was thwarted by a resolute Burnley defence. In an even first half the only breakthrough came from Preston who took the lead after a superb individual goal by Preston James Walker

1-0 at half time was soon turn into 2-0 shortly after the break. The timing of the goal clearly had an effect on the Burnley team and for the next 20 mins Preston pilled on the agony for Burnley with another 4 goals. Burnley to their credit refused to throw in the towel and in the last 15 mins scored a deserved consolation goal.

6-1 the final scoreline was a bit harsh on the Burnley lads but some of the football played by the Preston lads was of a high calibre and good to watch

Final score
Preston N E 6 Burnley 1

Preston team
Chris Hall
Johnny PNE
Gaz marks
Alex Higgins
Mike Wilson
Danny Jones
Sturat
Matty Elliott
Deano
Chris McGrail

Subs
Steve Cowell
Woody
Atky
Matty Scott
Chris Chats
Des

Ref Peschi