Preston vs Birmingham Predictions

Preston vs Birmingham is scheduled for kick off on 21 October, at 18:45. The game is set to take place at Deepdale, with Lewis Smith officiating as the referee. This match is bound to be interesting with Preston currently holding the 14th position in the table 4 points behind Birmingham. Preston have lost 3 English Football League - Championship matches to Birmingham out of the last 4 they have played. After their recent loss to Southampton, Preston is determined to redeem themselves. Preston have won 8 of their last 23 English Football League - Championship matches at Deepdale. Birmingham's away record stands at 5 victories from 23 games. Following a draw in their last match against Portsmouth in the English Football League - Championship, Birmingham is aiming to secure a win against Preston.

Goal stats

Analysing both teams' stats is key to predicting the most likely score in this highly anticipated matchup. Preston have scored over 1.5 goals in 80% of their matches this season while losing their clean sheet in 80% of games. Their total stands at 55 goals and 165 shots on target this English Football League - Championship season. Meanwhile, Birmingham have scored 57 goals with 190 shots on target this season. They've managed over 1.5 goals in 78% of matches but conceded in 78% of games.

In their last 4 head-to-head clashes, Preston scored 3 goals while Birmingham scored 5 goals. Their last match on 22 April 2026 ended in 2-1 to Birmingham.