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Preston play West Brom at home on 24 October 2026 · 15:00 at Deepdale Stadium (Preston); the referee is Elliot Bell, England. For us, West Brom (50%) are favourites. Our tip, estimated probabilities, absences and a match analysis are below.
Preston vs West Brom: 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 West Brom are 6th, on 25 points (7W 4D 3L).
- Attack and defence. On average Preston score 0.8 goals a match in the competition and concede 2.2; for West Brom the figures are 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. From 15 meetings: 2 wins for Preston, 10 wins for West Brom and 3 draws, with the goals at 11–29.
What to expect
For us, West Brom are the more likely winners. We estimate a 1–2 score, roughly 3 goals in all, with 1–1 (11.9%) the most probable single result. Not much should separate the teams.
In the goals market we pick Both teams to score (odds 1.73), and we rate it at 54%. Our numbers give both teams scoring a 54% chance and more than 2.5 goals a 51% chance.
Prediction summary
- Meetings: 15; Preston 2 wins, 3 draws, West Brom 10 wins.
- An average of 2.7 goals per meeting between these teams.
- In the competition, goals scored–conceded: Preston 9–24, West Brom 15–12.
- Expected: roughly 3 goals; over 2.5 goals: 51%.
- Out: Preston 7, West Brom 3.
Alternative tip: BTTS – yes
Alternative tip: BTTS – yes (probability 54%, best price 1.73). With roughly 3 goals expected, it fits the picture.
Absences
Absent for Preston: H. Clarke, L. Gibbs, L. Gibson, A. McCann, T. Carroll, L. Lindsay, C. Wiley. Absent for West Brom: T. Collyer, N. Galves, M. Johnston. Team news may change, so check it again before kick-off.
Preston vs West Brom: compare the odds
| Match result | 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best price | 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% |
Prices from several bookmakers, combined and updated 24/10/26, 13:58. They are for guidance and can differ at any one operator. Margin, on average: 5.8%.
At a glance
- Likely result: Preston 1–1 West Brom, roughly 3 goals in total.
- Table: Preston 24th (5 points), West Brom 6th (25 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?
Our estimate uses odds from several bookmakers after removing the margin. It does not guarantee any result.
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Preston vs West Brom: 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
- 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
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 West Brom?
Preston +0.75 (Asian handicap) (1.75); Both teams to score (1.73).
Who will win Preston vs West Brom?
We estimate: Preston win 24%, draw 26%, West Brom win 50%.
Where and when is the game being played?
Date: 24 October 2026, kick-off: 15:00, venue: 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. 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 1.98).
Will both teams score?
By our estimate, both teams score with a probability of 54% (odds 1.73).
Which correct score is the likeliest?
We rate 1–1 as most likely (11.9%), then 0–1 (11.3%) 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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