Stoke City take the belt

Stoke City beat Preston North End 2–1 at home to start reign 95 of the Premier League belt, the 6th for the franchise.

Preston North End had held it since November 7, 1896, with 0 defenses over 2 days.

Stoke City held it for 5 days and 0 defenses, then lost it to Bury on November 14, 1896.