Preston North End boss to miss Sunderland clash following Swansea City incident

Lowe has been handed a three-match ban and a £10,000 fine for his role in a brawl that broke out at the end of a heated clash between Preston and Swansea City last month. A confrontation between Lowe and Swans midfielder Joe Allen sparked both players and staff to become embroiled in a brawl on the touchline.

The former Plymouth Argyle boss was sent-off on the evening and has been handed a ban that will see him end this season and begin next season in the stands. Preston have been fined £10,000 whilst Swansea City have also been given a £15,000 fine but Allen won’t face any further suspension.

Sunderland travel to Deepdale on Monday knowing they must win and hope for a favour from Blackburn Rovers or Middlesbrough who face Millwall and Coventry City respectively.