TRANMERE’S miserable run in the Football League Youth Alliance continued with a 4-1 defeat to Preston at Raby Vale.
Cole Stockton notched Rovers’ goal to level the scores at 1-1 in the first half but the home side's defending wasn't up to the task of keeping the visitors out.
An 11th defeat in 15 outings left Tranmere rooted to the foot of the Alliance table.
Head of Youth Shaun Garnett said: "I'm afraid it was a familiar story. The boys are not doing well enough to get results. I can't fault them for effort and enthusiasm that they need to show more than that they are going to develop careers in football."
Tranmere make the long journey to Carlisle United for an Alliance fixture on Saturday.
