Stoke City take the belt

Stoke City beat Preston North End 2–1 at home to start reign 43 of the Premier League belt, the 4th for the franchise.

Preston North End had held it since November 5, 1892, with 0 defenses over 9 days.

Stoke City held it for 19 days and 2 defenses, then lost it to Wolverhampton Wanderers on December 3, 1892.