Championship· Kick-off : Saturday, October 24, 2026, 15:00 (UK time)
Preston vs West Brom prediction: correct score and AI tips
Match analysis
Championship, matchday 12: Preston vs West Brom kicks off on Saturday, October 24, 2026 at 15:00 (UK time). Venue: Deepdale, Preston. Our model makes Preston clear favourites: a 66% chance of winning, against 23% for the draw and 11% for West Brom.
Preston have won just one of their last 5 matches (1 draw, 3 defeats), scoring 6 and conceding 9. Over their last 5 matches, West Brom have 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeat, scoring 4 and conceding 3. West Brom therefore arrive in far better shape than Preston. On average Preston score 1.20 and concede 1.80 goals per game; West Brom score 0.80 and concede 0.60. In the table, Preston sit 24th with 4 points from 9 games, West Brom 9th with 14 points from 9. 15 places separate the two sides. Over their recent games, Preston have averaged 2.18 xG (expected goals) per match, against 0.38 for West Brom.
In the last 2 meetings between the two sides, the record reads 0 wins for Preston, 2 for West Brom and 0 draws. The most recent ended Preston 0-2 West Brom (Apr 18, 2026). Preston out or doubtful: A. McCann, B. Potts and T. Carroll (doubtful). West Brom: N. Galves and M. Johnston. In double chance terms, "Preston or draw" stands at 89%, "West Brom or draw" at 34% and "no draw" at 77%.
Outcome probabilities (1X2)
Double chance
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Latest matches in all competitions, at the time of the prediction.
Preston
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 19, 2026 | QPR · Championship | 2-2 | D |
| Sep 12, 2026 | Lincoln · Championship | 0-1 | L |
| Sep 8, 2026 | Watford · Championship | 1-2 | L |
| Sep 5, 2026 | Blackburn · Championship | 2-1 | W |
| Sep 1, 2026 | Bristol City · Championship | 1-3 | L |
West Brom
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 20, 2026 | Wolves · Championship | 0-1 | L |
| Sep 12, 2026 | QPR · Championship | 1-1 | D |
| Sep 9, 2026 | Derby · Championship | 1-0 | W |
| Sep 5, 2026 | Watford · Championship | 1-0 | W |
| Sep 2, 2026 | Charlton · Championship | 1-1 | D |
Standings before the match
| Pos. | Points | Played | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preston | 24 | 4 | 9 |
| West Brom | 9 | 14 | 9 |
Head-to-head
| Date | Score | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 18, 2026 | Preston 0-2 West Brom | Championship |
| Oct 18, 2025 | West Brom 2-1 Preston | Championship |
Out and doubtful
Preston
- A. McCann (out)
- B. Potts (out)
- T. Carroll (doubtful)
West Brom
- N. Galves (out)
- M. Johnston (out)
Most regular starters
Preston
Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).
- A. Devine5/5
- D. Iversen5/5
- H. Clarke5/5
- J. Thompson5/5
- C. Lang4/5
- J. Storey4/5
- L. Leroy4/5
- S. Mills4/5
- J. Kenny3/5
- L. Gibson3/5
- A. Vukcevic2/5
West Brom
Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).
- C. Styles5/5
- I. Price5/5
- G. Campbell4/5
- J. Molumby4/5
- J. Morgan4/5
- M. O'Leary4/5
- N. Phillips4/5
- A. Heggebo3/5
- O. Diakite3/5
- C. Mepham2/5
- C. Townsend2/5
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Preston vs West Brom prediction?
Our AI gives Preston a 66% chance of winning, the draw 23% and West Brom 11%. Preston are therefore favourites.
When and where is Preston vs West Brom played?
Saturday, October 24, 2026 at 15:00 (UK time), Championship, matchday 12. Venue: Deepdale, Preston.
What form are Preston and West Brom in?
Preston: 1 win, 1 draw and 3 defeats in their last 5 matches (6 scored, 9 conceded). West Brom: 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeat in their last 5 matches (4 scored, 3 conceded).
What is the head-to-head record between Preston and West Brom?
In the last 2 meetings between the two sides, the record reads 0 wins for Preston, 2 for West Brom and 0 draws. The most recent ended Preston 0-2 West Brom (Apr 18, 2026).
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