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Preston North End and Huddersfield Town will kick off in the Carabao Cup First Round on Saturday, August 8 in unique surroundings.
The two Football League clubs meet at Everton’s former ground, Goodison Park, rather than Deepdale.
Preston North End vs Huddersfield Town at Goodison Park explainedStatue of Dixie Dean outside Everton's Goodison Park (Image credit: Getty Images)Following a summer renovation, the playing surface at Preston remains unprepared for competitive fixtures, forcing the Lancashire club to source a temporary neutral venue to fulfil their cup commitment.
Preston released an official statement which read: "Preston North End have agreed a deal with Everton to host the club’s first round Carabao Cup tie against Huddersfield Town.
Last summer, Everton moved to their new stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock, leaving operational use of Goodison Park to their women's team.