Boss hails North End response

Since the 1-0 reverse against the Seasiders on April 11, the Lilywhites have reignited their play-off bid in style.They won 2-0 at Doncaster on Easter Monday and thumped high-flying Cardiff 6-0 on Saturday to boost their hopes of a top-six finish.Irvine said: "I am delighted with the way the lads have responded since the Blackpool game."That was probably the lowest time here that I have certainly felt but the players have come back superbly."

Source: Team_Talk