Preston 1-1 West Brom: result and AI prediction

AI match recap

Preston enter a high-pressure Deepdale fixture in deep trouble, still looking for Alexander's first win and now facing further disruption at centre-back. West Brom arrive with consecutive wins, greater stability through midfield and a clearer route to controlling territory. The key contest is whether Preston can close the channels around their patched-up defensive unit and make their direct attacks stick. If Albion turn possession recoveries into sustained attacks, their stronger squad depth should increasingly tell.

Head-to-head analysis

West Brom have won six of the last ten meetings, including each of the last three, while Preston have won two. Albion's recent visits to Deepdale have often been comfortable, with Preston failing to score in two of the last three home meetings.

Injuries and absences

Preston's confirmed absences already remove Clarke, Gibbs and McCann, while Gibson's confirmed unavailability and Lindsay's doubt strain the heart of the defence further. McCann's absence also deprives Alexander of a key central screening presence; West Brom are missing Collyer and Galves, but retain more established cover across the pitch.

Form (last 5)

Preston vs West Brom stats

Last meetings

• 2026-04-18Preston 0-2 West Brom
• 2025-10-18West Brom 2-1 Preston
• 2025-01-01West Brom 3-1 Preston
• 2024-11-30Preston 1-1 West Brom
• 2024-05-04West Brom 3-0 Preston
• 2023-09-30Preston 0-4 West Brom

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