Lyndon Dykes Goal Secures 1-0 Victory for QPR Over Preston, Reaching 50 Points in Championship

Lyndon Dykes’ goal secured a crucial victory for QPR as they defeated Preston 1-0 at Loftus Road. The win takes QPR to 50 points, putting them in 18th place in the Championship standings and edging them closer to safety with just two games remaining.

The game’s only goal came in the first half as Preston goalkeeper Freddie Woodman made a costly error, fumbling a cross that fell to Dykes, who made no mistake in slotting the ball home from close range. Despite their best efforts, Preston couldn’t find an equalizer, allowing QPR to hold on for the win.

Dykes’ goal was his fifth in the Championship this season and his first since January, highlighting his importance to the team. QPR had opportunities to extend their lead, with Chris Willock and Ilias Chair coming close to scoring, but Woodman made some crucial saves to keep the scoreline close.

With the victory, QPR are now just six points above the relegation zone, giving them a good chance of securing their place in the Championship for next season. Preston, on the other hand, are now mathematically out of contention for the play-offs, as they sit nine points adrift with only two games left to play.

QPR head coach Martí Cifuentes praised his team’s performance, highlighting Dykes’ goal as a crucial moment in the match. The win was a testament to the team’s resilience and determination, as they fought hard to secure all three points against a tough Preston side.