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Preston have lost three of their last five; Bristol City have lost their last two. Neither side arrives in rhythm for this Championship tie.
Interestingly, Preston look better than their results show. The quality of chances they create is worth 1.7 a game, but they're only converting 1.4 goals. They're creating more than the scoreline shows and look due a few more goals. Preston have been even sharper lately. The chances they create are worth 2.0 a game over their last 5 compared to a season average of 1.7. They're creating more as the season goes on.
xG explained: Expected Goals measures chance quality. 1.5 xG = a side typically converts those chances into 1.5 goals. Outscoring xG = running hot, possible regression risk.
Preston create chances worth 1.7 a game (and give up chances worth 2.0), leaving them -0.3 a game on the balance. Bristol City create 1.1 (giving up 1.7) for a balance of -0.6. The underlying numbers clearly favour Preston. They're creating better chances AND giving up fewer good ones. Preston should be scoring more. Their chances are worth 1.7 a game but they're only getting 1.4 goals. When the finishing clicks, they'll be a handful. Preston are trending upwards. Their chances are worth 2.0 a game over the last 5 vs 1.7 for the season. They're in a real attacking groove.
Preston average 1.4 goals per game and Bristol City manage 1.0. Combined that's just 2.4. We make it only 8% for three or more, so the lean is towards a lower-scoring game. Both teams scoring is unlikely here (29%).
Both teams score in 57% of Preston's home games and 52% of Bristol City's away matches. both teams finding the net isn't guaranteed.
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| Market | Selection | Odds | Probability | Bookmaker |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match Result | Preston Win | @0.00 | 0.0% | |
| Match Result | Bristol City Win | @0.00 | 0.0% |
Our model rating for this fixture will publish once bookmakers price the market and team form firms up, check back closer to kick-off.
Preston vs Bristol City kicks off on Tuesday 1 September 2026 at 19:45 in the Championship.
Our model gives Both Teams to Score (Yes) a 28.8% probability.