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Preston North End - Stoke City prediction
Match predictions
After uncovering the full review for this game, we can confidently say that the Preston North End vs Stoke City prediction is precise. With facts and data-driven analysis, it is clear that the Both team to score - No will be the most successful wager choice for this event.
Coefficients at the time of publication of the forecast 20.03.2026 19:41
Match preview
The Preston North End vs Stoke City match in the England Championship is set to begin on 20.03 at 16:00. For those interested in sports betting, they can use in-depth Preston North End Stoke City betting tips by analyzing the statistics and making a prediction for the match.
H2H and previous results
In total, teams have faced off in 28 matches with each other. The most recent game took place on 26.12.25, with a final score of 0:0. Preston North End won 11 of the games, while Stoke City was successful in 6 of the matches. Additionally, there were 11 matches where the teams ended without a winner. Ultimately, the two teams have a difference of 35-25 goals.
H2H Statistics
Preston North End
Stoke City
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11 wins
11 draws
6 wins
Comparison stat
Get the latest details on the past 10 matches between Preston North End and Stoke City, including the number of wins, draws, losses, goals scored, and goals given up.
Preston North End
Stoke City
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10
Matches
1 - Wins
3 - Draws
6 - Loses
Goal Difference
-13
6
19
Scored
Conceded
-4
12
16
10
Matches
Wins - 2
Draws - 3
Loses - 5
Preston North End review
This season, Preston North End has played 10 times in the Championship. They have earned 1 wins, 6 losses, and 3 draws at home, with 2 victories. The team is currently in 17 place in the standings. On average, they score 10 and concede 14 goals, making their goal difference -4. When playing at their home stadium, Preston North End usually scores 37.5 goals per game, and 5 of their matches have seen both teams score, which is 50%. It typically takes them 37.5 minutes to score a goal at home.
demonstrates a stable recovery of his performance.
Top scorers are: Osmajic, Milutin, Dobbin, Lewis, Devine, Alfie, Jebbison, Daniel, Smith, Michael, Small, Thierry, Storey, Jordan, Frokjaer-Jensen, Mads, Lang, Callum, Whiteman, Ben, Armstrong, Harrison, Keane, Will, McCann, Ali, Gibson, Lewis
Stoke City review
This season, the Stoke City played 10 games in the Championship tournament, winning 2 away matches and 2, losing 4 and drawing 4 overall. So far, the team has scored 5 goals and conceded 12, with a goal difference of -7. Stoke City is presently in the 13 position in the standings. On average, 52.9 goals are scored in Stoke City away matches, with 2 of these games featuring a goal from each team (which is 20%). Players need about 52.9 minutes of game time to score away.
continues to show a good game.
Players with the greatest scores is: Thomas, Sorba, Manhoef, Million, Mubama, Divin, Baker, Lewis, Wilmot, Ben, Joon-ho, Bae, Gallagher, Sam, Smit, Milan, Lawal, Bosun, Tchamadeu, Junior, Nzonzi, Steven, Pearson, Ben, Bozenik, Robert, Rigo, Tomas, Rak-Sakyi, Jesuran, Cisse, Mohamed Lamine, Gibson, Ben.
Standings
| # | Team | G | Pts | W | D | L | G |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 |
Stoke City
|
38 | 51 | 14 | 9 | 15 | 45:40 |
| 17 |
Preston North End
|
38 | 49 | 12 | 13 | 13 | 42:48 |
Standings tracker
Preston North End
Stoke City
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14
Position
17
46
Round
46
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Preston North End
DRAW
Stoke City
Will both teams score?
YES
50%
NO
50%
Who will score first?
Preston North End
No goal
34%
Stoke City
Prematch stats
Preston North End
Stoke City
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10
Matches
1 - Wins
3 - Draws
6 - Loses
Goal Difference
-13
6
19
Scored
Conceded
-4
12
16
10
Matches
Wins - 2
Draws - 3
Loses - 5
Preston North End and Stoke City battled through 38 matches each, showing their grit on the pitch. Stoke City edged ahead with 14 wins, while Preston secured 12 and drew more with 13 stalemates. This makes Stoke look sharper in clinching victories, but Preston's draws highlight their resilient spirit that keeps them in games.
Looking at goals, Stoke scored 45 and conceded just 40, proving their defense is rock-solid. Preston netted 42 but let in 48, meaning their matches often turn into high-energy thrillers. Overall, Stoke's balance gives them an upper hand, yet Preston's fight adds excitement to every clash.
Scored
Full time
1st Half / 2nd Half
Over 0.5
71%
63%
Over 1.5
32%
32%
Over 2.5
8%
18%
Over 3.5
0%
3%
Failed to score
29%
37%
Statistics of Preston North End matches and Stoke City matches within the tournament Championship.
Preston North End and Stoke City, two fierce Championship warriors, showcase their scoring styles in a thrilling duel. Preston, with a steady 1.11 goals per match, edges out reliability over Stoke's 1.18, failing to score just 29 times compared to Stoke's 37 blanks. While both hit over 1.5 goals in 32 games, Stoke bursts into high-octane action with 18 over 2.5 thrillers against Preston's mere 8, making their matches more explosive and fan-favorite for those nail-biting moments.
In the first half, Preston's resilient Lilywhites light up the pitch 50 times, outpacing Stoke's 39 strikes, though Stoke nudges ahead in average goals at 0.55 versus Preston's 0.53. But in the second half, Stoke's Potters rally with 45 scores to Preston's 47, and they average 0.63 goals, slightly topping Preston's 0.58, keeping games dynamic until the final whistle echoes victory or heartbreak.
Conceded
Stoke City is +20% Better in terms of Conceded goals.
Full time
1st Half / 2nd Half
Over 0.5
76%
68%
Over 1.5
37%
29%
Over 2.5
11%
5%
Over 3.5
3%
3%
Clean sheets
24%
32%
Statistics of Preston North End matches and Stoke City matches within the tournament Championship.
Preston North End often lets in goals, conceding 1.26 per match. That's more than Stoke City's 1.05. Preston sees over 0.5 goals conceded in 76% of games, while Stoke holds firm at 68%. In over 2.5 goals, Preston hits 11%, but Stoke stays tough at just 5%. Stoke's defense feels stronger and more reliable overall.
Stoke City grabs clean sheets in 32% of matches, better than Preston's 24%. In the first half, Stoke boasts a 74% clean sheet rate, towering over Preston's 55%. Preston and Stoke tie closely in second-half conceding at around 0.63 and 0.68 goals. Stoke's early game defense shines bright and bold.
Goals handicap
Full time
1st Half
2nd Half
Preston North End shows a fierce spirit in full-time games, covering the +2.5 handicap 74% of the time. That's better than Stoke City's 68%, proving Preston's defensive edge. Stoke hits back with 89% for +1.5, outpacing Preston's 84%, highlighting Stoke's knack for close battles.
In the first half, Stoke leads with 92% on +1.5, edging Preston's 89%, so Stoke starts strong. But Preston dominates the second half at 95% for +1.5, against Stoke's 89%, meaning Preston ramps up late and keeps things tight. This makes for exciting matches between these resilient teams.
Goals by Time Period
10 mins
15 mins
Preston North End
10 mins
Total goals
Scored
Conceded
0 - 10 mins
9%
10%
8%
11 - 20 mins
11%
14%
10%
21 - 30 mins
9%
14%
4%
31 - 40 mins
8%
2%
13%
41 - 50 mins
16%
17%
19%
51 - 60 mins
9%
5%
13%
61 - 70 mins
7%
5%
8%
71 - 80 mins
10%
14%
8%
81 - 90+ mins
21%
19%
17%
Stoke City
10 mins
Total goals
Scored
Conceded
0 - 10 mins
7%
11%
3%
11 - 20 mins
9%
7%
13%
21 - 30 mins
8%
9%
8%
31 - 40 mins
7%
13%
0%
41 - 50 mins
19%
20%
23%
51 - 60 mins
8%
4%
13%
61 - 70 mins
7%
9%
5%
71 - 80 mins
13%
13%
15%
81 - 90+ mins
22%
14%
20%
Preston North End
15 mins
Total goals
Scored
Conceded
0 - 15 mins
12%
19%
13%
16 - 30 mins
14%
19%
10%
31 - 45 mins
13%
5%
21%
46 - 60 mins
19%
19%
23%
61 - 75 mins
13%
12%
15%
76 - 90+ mins
29%
26%
18%
Preston North End
15 mins
Total goals
Scored
Conceded
0 - 15 mins
14%
13%
15%
16 - 30 mins
11%
13%
8%
31 - 45 mins
14%
18%
13%
46 - 60 mins
21%
20%
23%
61 - 75 mins
11%
16%
8%
76 - 90+ mins
29%
20%
33%
Preston North End shows a strong burst in the second half, scoring big in the 41-50 minute slot at 16 percent and even more in the final minutes at 21 percent. Stoke City matches this fire with 19 percent in the 41-50 minutes and 22 percent late on. Both teams are dynamic fighters, but Preston edges out in mid-game action, making their plays more unpredictable and thrilling for fans.
In the 15-minute blocks, Preston's dominance shines in the 76-90 minute period at 29 percent, proving they are late-game heroes. Stoke City counters with a massive 33 percent in that same stretch, showing their unyielding spirit. These patterns highlight how both clubs turn matches into nail-biters, with Preston's steady push versus Stoke's explosive finish keeping supporters on the edge of their seats.
Result by half
1st Half
2nd Half
Preston North End and Stoke City both grab 34% wins in the first half. Stoke shines with 45% draws, showing grit, while Preston draws just 32% and loses 34%. Stoke starts solid, losing only 21%.
In the second half, Preston holds firm with 47% draws, playing tough defense. Stoke pushes harder, winning 32% and drawing 34%. Preston ties often, but Stoke fights for more victories.
First goal
Statistics on the percentage of matches, where Preston North End and Stoke City scored first in the Championship of the 2025/2026 season
Preston North End often scores first in 45% of their games. They show strong drive on the pitch.
Stoke City tops that with 47%. It's a tight race, highlighting their fierce edge in attacks.
Cards statistics
Cards per match
Total cards per match for Preston North End and Stoke City at the tournament Championship in 2025/2026 season.
Total Cards
Team Cards
Cards Against Team
Preston North End and Stoke City both average 2 cards per match, showing they play tough football. Preston hits over 1.5 cards in 84% of games, while Stoke reaches that in 95%. For over 3.5 cards, both stand at 45%, but Stoke pushes further with 37% for over 4.5 against Preston's 24%. This makes Stoke look more aggressive on the pitch, where tempers often flare.
When it comes to team cards, Preston goes over 1.5 in 66% of matches, and Stoke in 63%, keeping them close. But against opponents, Stoke sees over 1.5 cards in 50% of games versus Preston's 34%, hinting at Stoke's feisty style that draws more fouls. Overall, these stats paint Stoke as the bolder side, ready to battle hard in every clash.
Trends
3 / 10 of last matches Preston North End in all competitions ended in a draw
3 / 10 of last matches Preston North End in Championship ended in a draw
5 / 10 of last matches between the teams ended in a draw
3 / 10 of last matches Stoke City in all competitions ended in a draw
4 / 10 of last matches Stoke City in Championship ended in a draw
5 / 10 of last matches between the teams ended in a draw
1 / 10 of last matches Preston North End in all tournaments ended with her victory
1 / 10 of last matches Preston North End in Championship ended with her victory
3 / 10 of last matches between the teams ended in victory Preston North End
5 / 10 of her last matches Stoke City in all competitions ended in defeat
