Preston North End vs Bristol City: Predictions, Betting odds, Lineups, Preview

Explore Ladbrokes' detailed preview for Preston North End vs Bristol City in the Championship. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 15:00 BST match.

• Fixture: Preston North End vs Bristol City

• Date: Saturday, 27 September 2025

• Kick-off: 15:00 BST

• Venue: Deepdale

Match Prediction: Preston North End 2-1 Bristol City

Preston North End are coming into this match with a solid run of form, winning three out of their last five league games. They've shown they can grind out results, especially at home, with narrow victories against tough opponents like Leicester City and Ipswich Town.

Bristol City has been inconsistent, with two wins, two draws, and a loss in their recent outings. They'll need to be more consistent if they want to take points away from Deepdale.

The game could be a tight affair, with Preston's home advantage playing a big role. Bristol City have the firepower to cause problems, as seen in their 4-2 win over Hull City, but Preston's defensive solidity might just be the deciding factor. Expect a battle in midfield, with both teams looking to control the tempo and create chances on the break.

Preston North End have been in fine fettle lately, securing three wins in their last five Championship matches. Their home form has been particularly impressive, with victories against Leicester City and Ipswich Town.

This should give them a boost of confidence going into the match against Bristol City. If they can maintain their defensive discipline and capitalise on their home advantage, they stand a good chance of coming out on top.

• Win: 1-0 vs Derby County (A)

• Draw: 2-2 vs Middlesbrough (H)

• Loss: 0-1 vs Portsmouth (A)

• Win: 1-0 vs Ipswich Town (H)

• Win: 2-1 vs Leicester City (H)

Bristol City have had a mixed bag of results recently, with two wins, two draws, and a loss in their last five league games. They've shown they can score goals, as evidenced by their 4-2 victory over Hull City, but their inconsistency could be their downfall. 

If they can find some stability and replicate their performance against Sheffield Wednesday, they might just pull off a surprise result at Deepdale. However, they'll need to be at their best to overcome a confident Preston side.

• Loss: 1-3 vs Oxford United (H)

• Win: 3-0 vs Sheffield Wednesday (A)

• Win: 4-2 vs Hull City (H)

• Draw: 1-1 vs Derby County (A)

• Draw: 0-0 vs Charlton Athletic (H)

The head-to-head record between these two teams has been relatively closely contested recently. In their last five meetings, Bristol City have won twice, while Preston North End have secured one victory, with two matches ending in a draw.

The most recent encounter ended in a thrilling 2-2 draw, suggesting that this upcoming match could be another close affair.

• Bristol City 2-2 Preston North End (03 May 2025)

• Preston North End 1-3 Bristol City (02 Nov 2024)

• Preston North End 2-0 Bristol City (13 Jan 2024)

• Bristol City 1-1 Preston North End (05 Aug 2023)

• Preston North End 1-2 Bristol City (04 Feb 2023)

• Robbie Brady (Calf) - Out

• Jordan Thompson (Leg) - Out

• Brad Potts (Muscle) - Out

• Will Keane (Muscle) - Out

• Josh Seary (Knee) - Doubt

• Max O'Leary (Ankle) - Out

• Joe Williams (Ankle) - Out

• Cameron Pring (Ankle) - Out

• Luke McNally (Knee) - Out

• Predicted lineup: Iversen, Storey, Gibson, Hughes, Valentín, Devine, Whiteman, McCann, Small, Dobbin, Osmajic

With a strong defensive core and creative players like Dobbin and Devine, Preston North End will look to control the game and hit Bristol City on the counter. Their recent form suggests they can be solid at the back while posing a threat going forward.

• Predicted lineup: Vitek, Vyner, Dickie, Atkinson, Sykes, Knight, Randell, McCrorie, Twine, Mehmeti, Riis

Bristol City's lineup features attacking talent like Mehmeti and Riis, who will be key to breaking down Preston's defence. They'll need to be more consistent and clinical in front of goal to stand a chance of winning away from home.

• Storey vs Riis: A crucial battle between Preston's solid defender and Bristol City's dangerous striker.

• Whiteman vs. Knight: The midfield duel that could dictate the game's flow.

• Lewis Dobbin (Preston North End): His creativity and pace could be the difference-maker for Preston.

• Anis Mehmeti (Bristol City): His flair and goal-scoring ability make him a constant threat.

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