Championship· Kick-off : Saturday, October 17, 2026, 15:00 (UK time)
Wrexham vs Preston prediction: correct score and AI tips
Match analysis
Championship, matchday 11: the Wrexham vs Preston match is scheduled on Saturday, October 17, 2026 at 15:00 (UK time). Venue: Racecourse Ground, Wrexham. It is a tight call: 37% for Wrexham, 25% for the draw and 38% for Preston.
Over their last 5 matches, Wrexham have 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeat, scoring 6 and conceding 8. Preston have won just one of their last 5 matches (1 draw, 3 defeats), scoring 6 and conceding 9. Wrexham therefore arrive in far better shape than Preston. On average Wrexham score 1.20 and concede 1.60 goals per game; Preston score 1.20 and concede 1.80. In the table, Wrexham sit 14th with 11 points from 9 games, Preston 24th with 4 points from 9. 10 places separate the two sides. Over their recent games, Wrexham have averaged 0.98 xG (expected goals) per match, against 2.18 for Preston.
In the last 3 meetings between the two sides, the record reads 2 wins for Wrexham, 0 for Preston and 1 draw. The most recent ended Wrexham 2-1 Preston (Dec 29, 2025). Wrexham out or doubtful: N. Broadhead, L. Cacace, M. Cleworth, S. Revan (doubtful) and G. Thomason. Preston: T. Carroll (doubtful), A. McCann and B. Potts. In double chance terms, "Wrexham or draw" stands at 62%, "Preston or draw" at 63% and "no draw" at 75%.
Outcome probabilities (1X2)
Double chance
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Wrexham
| Date | Opponent | Score | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 19, 2026 | Southampton · Championship | 2-1 | W |
| Sep 11, 2026 | West Ham · Championship | 0-6 | L |
| Sep 8, 2026 | Burnley · Championship | 1-1 | D |
| Sep 5, 2026 | Swansea · Championship | 0-0 | D |
| Sep 2, 2026 | Millwall · Championship | 3-0 | W |
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 |
Standings before the match
| Pos. | Points | Played | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wrexham | 14 | 11 | 9 |
| Preston | 24 | 4 | 9 |
Head-to-head
| Date | Score | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 29, 2025 | Wrexham 2-1 Preston | Championship |
| Dec 6, 2025 | Preston 1-1 Wrexham | Championship |
| Aug 26, 2025 | Preston 2-3 Wrexham | EFL Cup |
Out and doubtful
Wrexham
- N. Broadhead (out)
- L. Cacace (out)
- M. Cleworth (out)
- S. Revan (doubtful)
- G. Thomason (out)
Preston
- T. Carroll (doubtful)
- A. McCann (out)
- B. Potts (out)
Most regular starters
Wrexham
Starts over the last 5 matches (official line-ups).
- A. Patterson5/5
- B. Whiteman5/5
- C. Doyle5/5
- D. Hyam4/5
- J. Ekomie3/5
- J. Windass3/5
- K. Moore3/5
- L. O'Brien3/5
- M. Cleworth3/5
- M. James3/5
- C. O'Hare2/5
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
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Wrexham vs Preston prediction?
Our AI gives Wrexham a 37% chance of winning, the draw 25% and Preston 38%. Preston are therefore slight favourites.
When and where is Wrexham vs Preston played?
Saturday, October 17, 2026 at 15:00 (UK time), Championship, matchday 11. Venue: Racecourse Ground, Wrexham.
What form are Wrexham and Preston in?
Wrexham: 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeat in their last 5 matches (6 scored, 8 conceded). Preston: 1 win, 1 draw and 3 defeats in their last 5 matches (6 scored, 9 conceded).
What is the head-to-head record between Wrexham and Preston?
In the last 3 meetings between the two sides, the record reads 2 wins for Wrexham, 0 for Preston and 1 draw. The most recent ended Wrexham 2-1 Preston (Dec 29, 2025).
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