Stoke City vs Bristol City: Predictions, Betting odds, Lineups, Preview

Explore Ladbrokes' detailed preview for Stoke City vs Bristol City in the Championship. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 15:00 GMT match.

• Fixture: Stoke City vs Bristol City

• Date: Saturday, 01 November 2025

• Kick-off: 15:00 GMT

• Venue: Bet365 Stadium

Stoke City's recent form shows they're tough to beat, with solid wins against Portsmouth and Wrexham. They've been grinding out results, which could be key against an organised Bristol City side. Expect Stoke to keep things tight at the back and look to hit Bristol on the break. Their ability to nick a goal from nowhere might just be the difference.

Bristol City, on the other hand, have been in fine fettle recently, smashing Southampton and Birmingham. They'll fancy their chances of dominating possession and creating chances. But that loss to QPR might make them a bit wary. It'll be a close one, but Bristol's attacking flair could cause Stoke some problems.

Stoke City have been solid lately, with two wins, two draws, and just one loss in their last five. They've shown they can dig in and get results, at home and away. This resilience could be crucial against a strong Bristol City side. If they can keep their shape and hit on the counter, they'll be in with a shout.

• Win: 1-0 vs Portsmouth (A)
• Loss: 0-2 vs Millwall (A)
• Win: 1-0 vs Wrexham (H)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Blackburn (A)
• Draw: 0-0 vs Middlesbrough (A)

Bristol City have been on fire, winning three and drawing one of their last five games. They've been scoring goals for fun, which is a good sign going into this match. But that loss to QPR at home might make them a bit cautious. If they can get their attacking players firing, they could cause Stoke all sorts of trouble.

• Win: 1-0 vs Birmingham (H)
• Win: 3-1 vs Southampton (H)
• Win: 1-0 vs Norwich (A)
• Loss: 1-2 vs QPR (H)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Ipswich (H)

The head-to-head record between these two is pretty even. Both have won twice, with one draw in their last five meetings. The most recent game saw Bristol City beat Stoke 2-0, but Stoke have had some big wins too, like that 4-0 thrashing in May last year. It's usually a close contest when these two meet.

• Bristol City 2-0 Stoke City (12 Feb 2025)
• Stoke City 2-2 Bristol City (22 Oct 2024)
• Stoke City 4-0 Bristol City (04 May 2024)
• Bristol City 2-3 Stoke City (30 Sep 2023)
• Stoke City 1-2 Bristol City (07 Apr 2023)

• Bosun Lawal (Hamstring) - Doubt

• Eric Bocat (Knock) - Doubt

• Sam Gallagher (Muscle) - Doubt

• Ben Pearson (Knock) - Doubt

• Jason Knight (Adductor) - Out

• Luke McNally (Cruciate Ligament) - Doubt

• Joe Williams (Ankle) - Doubt

• Max O'Leary (Ankle) - Doubt

• Cameron Pring (Ankle) - Doubt

• Max Bird (Calf) - Doubt

• Predicted lineup: Johansson (GK), Talovierov (DF), Phillips (DF), Wilmot (DF), Cresswell (DF), Pearson (if fit) (MF), Baker (MF), Manhoef (MF), Bae (MF), Thomas (MF), Mubama (AT)

Stoke's predicted lineup suggests they'll be solid at the back with Talovierov, Phillips, Wilmot, and Cresswell. Up front, Mubama and Thomas will look to exploit any gaps on the break.

• Predicted lineup: Vitek (GK), Tanner (DF), Dickie (DF), Atkinson (DF), McCrorie (DF), Randell (MF), Vyner (MF), Borges (MF), Twine (MF), Mehmeti (MF), Armstrong (AT)

Bristol City's lineup indicates they'll control the midfield with Randell, Vyner, and Borges. Their attacking trio of Twine, Mehmeti, and Armstrong will aim to break down Stoke's defence.

• Divin Mubama vs Robert Dickie: This will be a key battle between Stoke's sharp forward and Bristol's accomplished defender.

• Ben Pearson vs Adam Randell: Expect a midfield tussle as Stoke's Pearson tries to disrupt Bristol City's Randell.

• Sorba Thomas (Stoke City): Thomas's creativity and goal threat make him a vital player for Stoke.

• Scott Twine (Bristol City): Twine's ability to score and create chances is crucial for Bristol's attack.

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