Preston take on Oxford United in a Championship clash where both sides have struggled for consistency. Given their lack of cutting edge, our prediction firmly points toward 1-1 draw. The Lilywhites sit 11th position, coming off a 2-0 defeat to Millwall. Their last five matches show a mixed form of wdldl, with home performances slightly better (llwdl) but scoring only 0.50 goals per game at Deepdale while conceding 1.50. Injuries to key players Osmajic, Valentin, and Brady could limit attacking options.
Oxford United, on the other hand, are 21st and fighting relegation. The Yellows secured a 2-1 win over West Brom last weekend, though midfielder Jamie McDonnell is unavailable. Away form is poor (wlddl) with 0.80 goals scored per game and 1.20 conceded. H2H history favors a tight encounter: three previous matches ended with BTTS in 100% of clashes, and two of three saw over 2.5 goals.
As recent form suggests a low-scoring outcome, we believe that there is big value in betting on Under 2.5 goals, alongside Half-Time Draw and Draw.
This Championship match will be played on Friday 6 March 2026 at 20:00.
What is our Preston vs Oxford United prediction?
Our prediction for this match: Preston 1 - 1 Oxford United
Preston vs Oxford United Betting Tips
- Correct Score: 1-1 @ 500 Odds
- Both Teams to Score (BTTS): Yes @ -111 Odds
- Over / Under 4.5 Goals: Under 4.5 Goals @ -1400 Odds
- Over / Under 3.5 Goals: Under 3.5 Goals @ -450 Odds
- Over / Under 2.5 Goals: Under 2.5 Goals @ -163 Odds
- Over / Under 1.5 Goals: Over 1.5 Goals @ -250 Odds
- Anytime Goalscorer: Michael Smith @ 175 Odds
- First Goalscorer: Michael Smith @ 500 Odds
- To be Booked: Liam Lindsay @ 225 Odds
- Asian Handicap: Oxford Utd +0.5 @ -138 Odds
- European Handicap: Oxford Utd +1 @ -143 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
- Double Chance: X2 @ -143 Odds
- Half Time/Full Time: X (Draw)/X (Draw) @ 375 Odds
- Clean Sheet: Preston - No @ -188 Odds
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View OfferPreston Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | lllldwdldl | 0.60 |
| Home | lllwdl | 0.67 |
| Away | ldld | 0.50 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 10% | 17% | 0% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.10 | 2.00 | 2.25 |
| Scored | 0.50 | 0.50 | 0.50 |
| Conceded | 1.60 | 1.50 | 1.75 |
| BTTS | 30% | 17% | 50% |
| Clean Sheets | 10% | 17% | 0% |
| Failed to Score | 60% | 67% | 50% |
| Expected Goals | 1.09 | 1.19 | 0.93 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.67 | 1.70 | 1.62 |
Oxford United Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | dwlldlldlw | 0.90 |
| Home | dlllw | 0.80 |
| Away | wlddl | 1.00 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 20% | 20% | 20% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 1.90 | 1.80 | 2.00 |
| Scored | 0.60 | 0.40 | 0.80 |
| Conceded | 1.30 | 1.40 | 1.20 |
| BTTS | 40% | 20% | 60% |
| Clean Sheets | 30% | 20% | 40% |
| Failed to Score | 60% | 80% | 40% |
| Expected Goals | 0.96 | 1.04 | 0.87 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.82 | 1.45 | 2.19 |
Preston vs Oxford United Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
Preston (33%)
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