Preston Grasshoppers return to Lightfoot Green Lane this Saturday to face Sheffield Tigers in National League 2 North, looking to build on recent momentum and continue their climb up the table.

Hoppers come into the fixture in encouraging form, having recorded back-to-back victories in recent weeks. A dominant 66–26 win over Darlington Mowden Park was followed by an impressive 29–11 away success at Otley, performances that showcased their attacking quality and growing confidence. After a difficult spell earlier in 2026, these results suggest Preston are rediscovering rhythm at a crucial stage of the season.

Sheffield Tigers, meanwhile, have also shown strong form across the campaign and remain a competitive side in the division. Recent results highlight their ability to grind out wins, including a 25–21 victory over Scunthorpe and an impressive 46–7 win against Billingham. Their consistency has kept them comfortably in the upper half of the table, underlining the challenge they will pose this weekend.

In terms of the league standings, Hoppers sit in the lower half but have closed the gap on the teams above with recent results, while Sheffield Tigers occupy a stronger mid-table position. With points tightly clustered, a home win for Preston would significantly boost their standing and continue their upward momentum heading into the final rounds.

The reverse fixture earlier in the season saw Sheffield Tigers claim a 36–12 victory at Dore Moor, a result that will provide added motivation for Hoppers on home soil this time around. Preston will be keen to show how far they have progressed since that November meeting, particularly given their improved attacking cohesion in recent weeks.

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With confidence returning and home support behind them, Hoppers will believe they have a real opportunity to test one of the division’s more established sides. If they can reproduce the intensity and clinical edge shown in their last two outings, Saturday’s clash promises to be a competitive and entertaining encounter.