Played: final score 1–1. The tip and analysis below are as they were before kick-off.
Preston entertain West Brom on 24 October 2026 · 15:00 at Deepdale Stadium (Preston), with Elliot Bell, England the man in the middle. West Brom (50%) are our favourites. Read on for our tip, the estimated probabilities, missing players and match analysis.
Preston vs West Brom: odds from several bookmakers
| Match result | 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Top odds available | 4.20 | 3.75 | 1.97 |
| Market average | 3.93 | 3.59 | 1.91 |
| Lowest odds | 3.80 | 3.40 | 1.85 |
| Goals | Best | Average | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Over 1.5 goals | 1.29 | 1.26 | 74.0% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 1.91 | 1.86 | 50.9% |
| Under 2.5 goals | 1.98 | 1.92 | 49.1% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 3.22 | 3.07 | 30.4% |
| BTTS – yes | 1.73 | 1.71 | 54.2% |
| BTTS – no | 2.10 | 2.03 | 45.8% |
Our odds combine the prices of several bookmakers and were refreshed 24/10/26, 13:58. Use them for guidance only, since one operator may quote differently. The margin averages 5.8%.
Match at a glance
- Likely result: Preston 1–1 West Brom, roughly 3 goals in total.
- Table: Preston 24th (5 points), West Brom 4th (24 points).
- Form in the competition: Preston 1W 1D 9L (9:24), West Brom 6W 2D 3L (15:12).
- H2H: 15 matches: Preston 2W 3D 10L, goals 11–29.
- Absences: Preston 7, West Brom 3.
Who will win Preston vs West Brom?
To reach this estimate we remove the margin from several bookmakers' odds. Nothing about the outcome is guaranteed.
Preston vs West Brom: more betting markets
Fair odds = 1 / probability. Whenever the best odds on offer top the fair odds, that price is value. Likely: ≥ 60%; possible: 50–60%; outsider: anything under 50%.
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Preston vs West Brom: injuries, suspensions, absences
Preston
- H. Clarkeknee injury · will miss the match
- L. Gibbsmuscle injury · will miss the match
- L. Gibsonnot in the squad · will miss the match
- A. McCannhamstring injury · will miss the match
- T. Carrollankle injury · doubtful
- L. Lindsayinjury · doubtful
- C. Wileyinjury · doubtful
West Brom
- T. Collyerinjury · will miss the match
- N. Galvesknee injury · will miss the match
- M. Johnstonbroken leg · will miss the match
Absences can still change up to kick-off.
Preston vs West Brom: form and table
| # | Team | P | W-D-L | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 13 | 8-4-1 | 30:17 | 28 | |
| 2 | 13 | 8-2-3 | 20:13 | 26 | |
| 3 | 13 | 7-3-3 | 23:16 | 24 | |
| 4 | 13 | 7-3-3 | 19:14 | 24 | |
| 5 | 13 | 8-3-2 | 28:13 | 23 | |
| 6 | 13 | 6-5-2 | 23:13 | 23 | |
| 7 | 13 | 7-2-4 | 20:16 | 23 | |
| 8 | 13 | 6-4-3 | 33:18 | 22 | |
| 9 | 13 | 5-5-3 | 21:16 | 20 | |
| 10 | 13 | 5-4-4 | 17:15 | 19 | |
| 11 | 13 | 5-4-4 | 16:15 | 19 | |
| 12 | 13 | 5-3-5 | 23:21 | 18 | |
| 13 | 13 | 5-3-5 | 19:20 | 18 | |
| 14 | 13 | 5-3-5 | 15:17 | 18 | |
| 15 | 13 | 5-0-8 | 23:24 | 15 | |
| 16 | 13 | 4-3-6 | 14:23 | 15 | |
| 17 | 13 | 3-5-5 | 19:20 | 14 | |
| 18 | 13 | 3-5-5 | 15:19 | 14 | |
| 19 | 13 | 4-2-7 | 18:26 | 14 | |
| 20 | 13 | 3-5-5 | 11:21 | 14 | |
| 21 | 13 | 3-2-8 | 12:23 | 11 | |
| 22 | 13 | 1-6-6 | 17:25 | 9 | |
| 23 | 13 | 1-4-8 | 11:25 | 7 | |
| 24 | 13 | 1-2-10 | 10:27 | 5 |
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Preston vs West Brom: our match analysis
Why this is our tip
- Table. Preston: 24th, 5 points from 13 matches (1W 2D 10L). West Brom: 4th, 24 points (7W 3D 3L).
- Attack and defence. Goals per game in this competition: Preston 0.8 scored and 2.2 conceded, West Brom 1.4 scored and 1.1 conceded.
- Form in the competition. Preston: 1W 1D 9L, goals 9–24; West Brom: 6W 2D 3L, goals 15–12.
- Head to head. Head to head over 15 meetings: Preston 2 wins, West Brom 10 wins, plus 3 draws; goals 11–29.
What to expect
We make West Brom the favourites. The projected scoreline is 1–2, close to 3 goals in the game, and the outcome we rate highest is 1–1 (11.9%). We see a fairly level contest.
On goals we like Both teams to score (odds 1.73), with a probability of 54% by our reckoning. By our numbers, both teams scoring is 54% and over 2.5 goals is 51%.
Main points of the prediction
- Meetings: 15; Preston 2 wins, 3 draws, West Brom 10 wins.
- Average goals in their meetings: 2.7 per match.
- This competition, scored–conceded: Preston 9–24, West Brom 15–12.
- Projected: close to 3 goals; probability of over 2.5 goals 51%.
- Not available: Preston 7, West Brom 3.
Alternative tip: Both teams score: yes
Other option: Both teams score: yes (probability 54%, odds up to 1.73). We project close to 3 goals, which points the same way.
Absences
Not available for Preston: H. Clarke, L. Gibbs, L. Gibson, A. McCann, T. Carroll, L. Lindsay, C. Wiley. Not available for West Brom: T. Collyer, N. Galves, M. Johnston. Line-ups can still change, so look at the team news again before kick-off.
Preston vs West Brom: the numbers side by side
Only this season's games feed into these numbers, so treat them with care: the sample is small.
Form in the competition
Preston vs West Brom: head to head
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Preston vs West Brom: common questions
Which bet do we recommend for Preston vs West Brom?
On the result, our pick is West Brom to win (1.97); on goals, Both teams to score (1.73). Prefer less risk? Go for Draw or West Brom (X2).
Who will win Preston vs West Brom?
As we see it: Preston to win 24%, the draw 26%, West Brom to win 50%.
What is the kick-off time and venue?
24 October 2026, 15:00, at Deepdale Stadium, Preston. Referee: Elliot Bell, England.
Who will be missing?
Preston: H. Clarke, L. Gibbs, L. Gibson, A. McCann, T. Carroll, L. Lindsay, C. Wiley. West Brom: T. Collyer, N. Galves, M. Johnston. Absences can still change up to kick-off.
Will the game go over 2.5 goals?
We give over 2.5 goals a 51% chance (odds 1.91), against 49% for under 2.5 (odds 1.98).
Will both teams score?
By our numbers, both sides scoring is 54% (odds 1.73).
What correct score is most probable?
In order: 1–1 (11.9%), 0–1 (11.3%), 1–2 (9.5%).
Where do your predictions come from?
It all starts with bookmaker odds: we take prices from several firms, remove the margin, average them and convert the result into probabilities. A Poisson model then supplies the expected goals and the most probable scorelines. Form, previous meetings and absences are shown alongside as background. We share our predictions to inform you, and they cannot promise that a bet will win.
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