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Preston v Sheffield United: 3 November 2026 · 19:45 at Deepdale Stadium (Preston), with John Busby refereeing. We have Sheffield United (48%) down as favourites. Scroll down for the tip, the chances of each outcome, absences and our breakdown of the game.
Preston vs Sheffield United: analysis of the match
What our tip is based on
- Table. Preston are 24th in the table, on 5 points after 14 matches (1W 2D 11L), and Sheffield United are 9th, on 22 points (6W 4D 4L).
- Attack and defence. On average Preston score 0.8 goals a match in the competition and concede 2.1; for Sheffield United the figures are 1.3 scored and 1.2 conceded.
- Form in the competition. Preston: 1W 2D 10L, goals 10–27; Sheffield United: 5W 4D 4L, goals 17–15.
- Head to head. From 24 meetings: 6 wins for Preston, 11 wins for Sheffield United and 7 draws, with the goals at 27–36.
What to expect
For us, Sheffield United are the more likely winners. We estimate a 1–2 score, roughly 3 goals in all, with 1–1 (11.8%) the most probable single result. Not much should separate the teams.
In the goals market we pick Both teams to score (odds 1.70), and we rate it at 56%. Our numbers give both teams scoring a 56% chance and more than 2.5 goals a 51% chance.
Prediction summary
- Meetings: 24; Preston 6 wins, 7 draws, Sheffield United 11 wins.
- An average of 2.6 goals per meeting between these teams.
- In the competition, goals scored–conceded: Preston 10–27, Sheffield United 17–15.
- Expected: roughly 3 goals; over 2.5 goals: 51%.
- Out: Preston 4, Sheffield United 8.
Alternative tip: BTTS – yes
Alternative tip: BTTS – yes (probability 56%, best price 1.70). With roughly 3 goals expected, it fits the picture.
Absences
Absent for Preston: H. Clarke, L. Gibbs, L. Gibson, A. McCann. Absent for Sheffield United: M. Doherty, L. Kitching, R. One, J. Shackleton, P. Bamford, A. Davies, K. Phillips, J. Rothwell. Team news may change, so check it again before kick-off.
Preston vs Sheffield United: compare the odds
| Match result | 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best price | 3.90 | 3.65 | 2.01 |
| Market average | 3.74 | 3.48 | 1.96 |
| Lowest odds | 3.48 | 3.28 | 1.90 |
| Goals | Best | Average | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Over 1.5 goals | 1.29 | 1.25 | 74.5% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 1.91 | 1.84 | 51.5% |
| Under 2.5 goals | 2.01 | 1.95 | 48.5% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 3.20 | 3.01 | 31.1% |
| BTTS – yes | 1.70 | 1.67 | 55.7% |
| BTTS – no | 2.20 | 2.10 | 44.3% |
Prices from several bookmakers, combined and updated 3/11/26, 18:00. They are for guidance and can differ at any one operator. Margin, on average: 6.6%.
At a glance
- Likely result: Preston 1–1 Sheffield United, roughly 3 goals in total.
- Table: Preston 24th (5 points), Sheffield United 9th (22 points).
- Form in the competition: Preston 1W 2D 10L (10:27), Sheffield United 5W 4D 4L (17:15).
- H2H: 24 matches: Preston 6W 7D 11L, goals 27–36.
- Absences: Preston 4, Sheffield United 8.
Who will win Preston vs Sheffield United?
Our estimate uses odds from several bookmakers after removing the margin. It does not guarantee any result.
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Preston vs Sheffield United: team news and 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
Sheffield United
- M. Dohertyinjury · will miss the match
- L. Kitchingabsence · will miss the match
- R. Onenot in the squad · will miss the match
- J. Shackletonabsence · will miss the match
- P. Bamfordnot in the squad · doubtful
- A. Daviesnot in the squad · doubtful
- K. Phillipsnot in the squad · doubtful
- J. Rothwellnot in the squad · doubtful
Changes are possible before kick-off.
Standings and form
| # | Team | P | W-D-L | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Middlesbrough | 14 | 8-4-2 | 30:19 | 28 |
| 2 |  Wolves | 14 | 8-3-3 | 25:17 | 27 |
| 3 |  Birmingham | 14 | 7-5-2 | 26:13 | 26 |
| 4 |  Stoke City | 14 | 8-2-4 | 22:17 | 26 |
| 5 |  Swansea | 14 | 8-2-4 | 21:16 | 26 |
| 6 |  West Brom | 14 | 7-4-3 | 20:15 | 25 |
| 7 |  Southampton | 14 | 8-4-2 | 29:14 | 24 |
| 8 |  West Ham | 14 | 6-5-3 | 36:21 | 23 |
| 9 | Sheffield United | 14 | 6-4-4 | 20:17 | 22 |
| 10 |  Portsmouth | 14 | 6-4-4 | 19:16 | 22 |
| 11 |  QPR | 14 | 5-6-3 | 22:17 | 21 |
| 12 |  Norwich | 14 | 6-0-8 | 27:24 | 18 |
| 13 |  Millwall | 14 | 5-3-6 | 23:24 | 18 |
| 14 |  Blackburn | 14 | 5-3-6 | 20:22 | 18 |
| 15 |  Bristol City | 14 | 5-3-6 | 16:19 | 18 |
| 16 |  Wrexham | 14 | 4-5-5 | 17:19 | 17 |
| 17 |  Bolton | 14 | 5-2-7 | 19:26 | 17 |
| 18 |  Cardiff | 14 | 3-6-5 | 22:23 | 15 |
| 19 |  Lincoln | 14 | 4-3-7 | 14:24 | 15 |
| 20 |  Watford | 14 | 4-2-8 | 13:23 | 14 |
| 21 |  Charlton | 14 | 3-5-6 | 11:22 | 14 |
| 22 |  Burnley | 14 | 1-7-6 | 18:26 | 10 |
| 23 |  Derby | 14 | 1-4-9 | 11:29 | 7 |
| 24 | Preston | 14 | 1-2-11 | 12:30 | 5 |
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Questions and answers
What do we tip for Preston vs Sheffield United?
Over 2.5 goals (1.91); Sheffield United to win (2.01).
Who will win Preston vs Sheffield United?
We estimate: Preston win 25%, draw 27%, Sheffield United win 48%.
Where and when is the game being played?
Date: 3 November 2026, kick-off: 19:45, venue: Deepdale Stadium, Preston. Referee: John Busby.
Who will be missing?
Preston: H. Clarke, L. Gibbs, L. Gibson, A. McCann. Sheffield United: M. Doherty, L. Kitching, R. One, J. Shackleton, P. Bamford, A. Davies, K. Phillips, J. Rothwell. Changes are possible before kick-off.
Will the match produce over 2.5 goals?
We estimate over 2.5 goals at 51% (odds 1.91); for fewer than 2.5 the figure is 49% (odds 2.01).
Will both teams score?
By our estimate, both teams score with a probability of 56% (odds 1.70).
Which correct score is the likeliest?
We rate 1–1 as most likely (11.8%), then 0–1 (10.8%) and 1–2 (9.5%).
What are your predictions based on?
We start from the prices of several bookmakers, remove their margin and average them to get probabilities; a Poisson distribution then gives us the expected goals and the most probable scores. Form, head to head and absences appear on the page as extra context. We publish predictions purely as information, and none of them promises a winning outcome.
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