Oxford United take on Preston at Kassam Stadium in what promises to be a close Championship encounter, with our prediction leaning towards a 1-1 draw. The Yellow's form has dipped (DDWLD) with just a 20% win rate overall, but their home numbers remain competitive, averaging 3.00 total goals per match and hitting BTTS in 75% of those outings. Defensive issues persist, though—zero clean sheets and 1.75 goals conceded per home game underline their vulnerability. The hosts are without Brannagan, Phillips and Spencer, but none are expected to be major absences.
Preston, on the other hand, head into Saturday's clash in steadier shape (1-3-1) with a solid 1.60 points per game overall and an impressive 2.00 PPG away from home. They score 1.75 goals per away match and have produced BTTS in 75% of their travels, though clean sheets remain rare (25%). Their expected goals balance (1.14 for, 1.58 against away) signals a team that can create chances but also concedes opportunities. Key centre-back Liam Lindsay is suspended, which is the main reason why away win should not be considered.
With both teams involved in frequent BTTS and limited clean sheets, another open contest is likely. Therefore, we believe that there is big value in betting on Both Teams to Score. Additionally, Half-Time Draw and Draw markets are worth considering.
This Championship match will be played on Saturday 13 December 2025 at 12:30.
What is our Oxford United vs Preston prediction?
Our prediction for this match: Oxford United 1 - 1 Preston
Oxford United vs Preston Betting Tips
- Correct Score: 1-1
- Both Teams To Score (BTTS): Yes
- Over / Under 2.5 Goals: Under 2.5 Goals
- Over / Under 1.5 Goals: Over 1.5 Goals
- Goalscorer: Daniel Jebbison @ 225 Odds
- To be booked: Harrison Armstrong @ 175 Odds
- Shots on Target (Home): Over 2.5
- Shots on Target (Away): Over 2.5
- Shots on Target (Total): Over 4.5
- Total Corners: 9 - 11 @ 160 Odds
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View OfferOxford United Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | ddwld | 1.00 |
| Home | dldw | 1.25 |
| Away | wldld | 0.83 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 20% | 25% | 17% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.50 | 3.00 | 2.17 |
| Scored | 1.00 | 1.25 | 0.83 |
| Conceded | 1.50 | 1.75 | 1.33 |
| BTTS | 70% | 75% | 67% |
| Clean Sheets | 0% | 0% | 0% |
| Failed to Score | 30% | 25% | 33% |
| Expected Goals | 1.22 | 1.38 | 1.12 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.76 | 1.69 | 1.81 |
Preston Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | ldwdd | 1.60 |
| Home | wwldd | 1.33 |
| Away | wddw | 2.00 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 40% | 33% | 50% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.70 | 2.67 | 2.75 |
| Scored | 1.50 | 1.33 | 1.75 |
| Conceded | 1.20 | 1.33 | 1.00 |
| BTTS | 80% | 83% | 75% |
| Clean Sheets | 10% | 0% | 25% |
| Failed to Score | 10% | 17% | 0% |
| Expected Goals | 1.39 | 1.55 | 1.14 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.48 | 1.42 | 1.58 |
Oxford United vs Preston Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
Oxford United (50%)
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Preston (0%)
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