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West Ham vs Preston prediction: correct score and AI tips

Match analysis

Championship, matchday 16: the West Ham vs Preston match is scheduled on Saturday, November 21, 2026 at 15:00 (UK time). Venue: London Stadium, London. Our model makes West Ham clear favourites: a 89% chance of winning, against 8% for the draw and 3% for Preston.

Over their last 5 matches, West Ham have 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 defeats, scoring 13 and conceding 9. Preston have not won any of their last 5 matches (1 draw, 4 defeats), scoring 4 and conceding 14. West Ham therefore arrive in far better shape than Preston. On average West Ham score 2.60 and concede 1.80 goals per game; Preston score 0.80 and concede 2.80. In the table, West Ham sit 9th with 23 points from 15 games, Preston 24th with 8 points from 15. 15 places separate the two sides. Over their recent games, West Ham have averaged 1.93 xG (expected goals) per match, against 0.84 for Preston.

Our data holds no recent head-to-head between West Ham and Preston: the prediction relies on each team's form and level. West Ham out or doubtful: K. Mavropanos and K. Lamadrid (doubtful). Preston: H. Clarke, L. Gibbs, L. Gibson and A. McCann. In double chance terms, "West Ham or draw" stands at 97%, "Preston or draw" at 11% and "no draw" at 92%.

Outcome probabilities (1X2)

89%
West Ham (Win)
8%
Draw
3%
Preston (Win)

Double chance

97%
West Ham or draw
11%
Preston or draw
92%
No draw

Exact score and goal markets 🔒

The most likely exact score, the top 5 scorelines, expected goals and the both-teams-to-score and over/under probabilities are part of the full prediction. They will be published here as a review once the match is over.

Recent form

Latest matches in all competitions, at the time of the prediction.

West Ham

DateOpponentScore
Nov 4, 2026Cardiff · Championship3-3D
Oct 31, 2026West Brom · Championship1-3L
Oct 24, 2026Southampton · Championship2-3L
Oct 17, 2026Swansea · Championship1-0W
Oct 14, 2026Lincoln · Championship6-0W

Preston

DateOpponentScore
Nov 3, 2026Sheffield Utd · Championship2-3L
Oct 31, 2026Stoke City · Championship0-2L
Oct 24, 2026West Brom · Championship1-1D
Oct 17, 2026Wrexham · Championship1-4L
Oct 13, 2026Birmingham · Championship0-4L

Standings before the match

Pos.PointsPlayed
West Ham92315
Preston24815

Head-to-head

Our data holds no recent head-to-head between West Ham and Preston: the prediction relies on each team's form and level.

Out and doubtful

West Ham

  • K. Mavropanos (out)
  • K. Lamadrid (doubtful)

Preston

  • H. Clarke (out)
  • L. Gibbs (out)
  • L. Gibson (out)
  • A. McCann (out)

Most regular starters

West Ham

Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).

  • A. Engels5/5
  • J. Bowen5/5
  • M. Hermansen5/5
  • M. Kilman5/5
  • Morato5/5
  • D. Mukasa4/5
  • K. Mavropanos4/5
  • M. Solomon4/5
  • J. Veltman3/5
  • M. Kante3/5
  • Pablo3/5

Preston

Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).

  • A. Hughes5/5
  • D. Iversen5/5
  • J. Storey5/5
  • L. Leroy5/5
  • O. Offiah5/5
  • J. Kenny4/5
  • J. Thompson4/5
  • A. Devine3/5
  • C. Lang3/5
  • S. Mills3/5
  • A. Vukcevic2/5

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Frequently asked questions

What is the West Ham vs Preston prediction?

Our AI gives West Ham a 89% chance of winning, the draw 8% and Preston 3%. West Ham are therefore favourites.

When and where is West Ham vs Preston played?

Saturday, November 21, 2026 at 15:00 (UK time), Championship, matchday 16. Venue: London Stadium, London.

What form are West Ham and Preston in?

West Ham: 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 defeats in their last 5 matches (13 scored, 9 conceded). Preston: 0 wins, 1 draw and 4 defeats in their last 5 matches (4 scored, 14 conceded).

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