Preston take on Stoke City at Deepdale in what is expected to be a close encounter. As both sides struggle up front, we predict a 1-1 draw. The Lilywhites have struggled in recent weeks, securing just 0.60 points per game over their last 10 outings. Home form is slightly better, but they’ve still scored only 1 goal per home match on average, while conceding 1.75. Midfielder Ali McCann remains sidelined, though he isn’t expected to be a game-changer. Preston’s expected goals (xG) sits at 1.16 at home, reflecting their struggles in attack.
Stoke, on the other hand, proved their worth in a convincing 3-1 win over Watford, despite a lengthy injury list. The Potters average 3.67 goals per home game in recent matches, but their away form is poor, with just 0.25 points per game on the road. Stoke’s defensive inconsistencies are notable, conceding 1.25 goals per away match. There are no fresh injury worries in the away team.
As both sides struggle to score consistently, punters from all around the globe can find value in betting on Under 2.5 goals, alongside Half-Time Draw, and Draw.
This Championship match will be played on Friday 20 March 2026 at 20:00.
What is our Preston vs Stoke City prediction?
Our prediction for this match: Preston 1 - 1 Stoke City
Preston vs Stoke City Betting Tips
- Correct Score: 1-1 @ 500 Odds
- Both Teams to Score (BTTS): Yes @ -125 Odds
- Over / Under 4.5 Goals: Under 4.5 Goals @ -1200 Odds
- Over / Under 3.5 Goals: Under 3.5 Goals @ -350 Odds
- Over / Under 2.5 Goals: Under 2.5 Goals @ -138 Odds
- Over / Under 1.5 Goals: Over 1.5 Goals @ -300 Odds
- Anytime Goalscorer: Michael Smith @ 187 Odds
- First Goalscorer: Michael Smith @ 550 Odds
- To be Booked: Ben Pearson @ 130 Odds
- Asian Handicap: Preston +0.5 @ -236 Odds
- European Handicap: Preston +1 @ -250 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 @ -200 Odds
- Half Time/Full Time: X (Draw)/X (Draw) @ 400 Odds
- Clean Sheet: Preston - No @ -300 Odds
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View OfferPreston Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | ldwdldllll | 0.60 |
| Home | wdll | 1.00 |
| Away | ldldll | 0.33 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 10% | 25% | 0% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.50 | 2.75 | 2.33 |
| Scored | 0.60 | 1.00 | 0.33 |
| Conceded | 1.90 | 1.75 | 2.00 |
| BTTS | 40% | 50% | 33% |
| Clean Sheets | 10% | 25% | 0% |
| Failed to Score | 50% | 25% | 67% |
| Expected Goals | 1.05 | 1.16 | 0.98 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.70 | 1.69 | 1.71 |
Stoke City Team Form and Stats
| Form | Results | Points Per Game |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | ldlldwlldw | 0.90 |
| Home | lldwdw | 1.33 |
| Away | dlll | 0.25 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 20% | 33% | 0% |
| Average Goals Per Game | 2.80 | 3.67 | 1.50 |
| Scored | 1.20 | 1.83 | 0.25 |
| Conceded | 1.60 | 1.83 | 1.25 |
| BTTS | 60% | 83% | 25% |
| Clean Sheets | 10% | 0% | 25% |
| Failed to Score | 40% | 17% | 75% |
| Expected Goals | 1.28 | 1.61 | 0.78 |
| Expected Goals Against | 1.66 | 1.55 | 1.81 |
Preston vs Stoke City Head to Head Statistics (H2H)
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