Mark Robins reveals his ‘biggest achievement’ as space opens in Stoke City starting XI

Mark Robins stated that keeping Stoke City in the division in his debut season remains his biggest achievement, contrasting that past struggle with the club's current strong form following a 2-0 victory against Preston. Ben Wilmot scored the opening goal and assisted Jack McGlynn for the second, extending Stoke's run to 23 points from 10 games since shifting to a back three.

A selection gap has opened for the upcoming fixture against Blackburn Rovers, as key midfielder Ethan Galbraith picked up his fifth booking of the season and faces an automatic one-match suspension. Robins praised the impact of McGlynn and defender Wilmot, while considering options including Bosun Lawal, Svante Ingelsson, or Million Manhoef to adjust the lineup.