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The upcoming clash between Preston North End and Blackburn Rovers in the English League Championship on September 5, 2026, promises to be a closely contested encounter at Deepdale. Preston enters the match with some struggles in recent form, securing just one victory in their last five outings. Their challenges may stem from inconsistencies in both attack and defense, which have inhibited their ability to convert chances and maintain solidity at the back.
On the other hand, Blackburn Rovers exhibit a slightly better run, having won two of their last five matches. Their ability to capitalize on counter-attacks and exploit defensive gaps could pose a significant threat to Preston, who will need to tighten their defensive organization to withstand Blackburn’s offensive tactics.
The bookmakers reflect a competitive balance, with odds suggesting a narrow margin between home and away wins, offering 2.59 for Preston and 2.64 for Blackburn. Model predictions indicate a slight edge for an away victory at 35.9%, closely followed by Preston’s home win probability at 35.3%, while a draw stands at 28.2%.
This match is poised to be pivotal for both sides as they look to improve their standings, making for an intriguing and potentially unpredictable contest.
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| Preston 36.1% |
Draw 28.5% |
Blackburn 35.3% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1
Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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2.60 | 3.30 | 2.70 | |
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2.58 | 3.25 | 2.65 | |
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2.63 | 3.38 | 2.62 | |
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2.60 | 3.20 | 2.65 |
Latest Results
| 29.08.26 Charlton Athletic – Preston North End – 1:0 26.08.26 Preston North End – Everton – 0:4 22.08.26 Preston North End – Wolverhampton Wanderers – 1:3 15.08.26 Bolton Wanderers – Preston North End – 2:1 08.08.26 Preston North End – Huddersfield Town – 2:1 penalties |
29.08.26 Blackburn Rovers – Queens Park Rangers – 1:2 25.08.26 Blackburn Rovers – Sheffield United – 1:2 22.08.26 Blackburn Rovers – Middlesbrough FC – 2:1 14.08.26 Wolverhampton Wanderers – Blackburn Rovers – 2:2 08.08.26 Burton Albion – Blackburn Rovers – 1:2 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 20.02.26 Blackburn Rovers – Preston North End – 1:0 21.11.25 Preston North End – Blackburn Rovers – 1:2 31.01.25 Blackburn Rovers – Preston North End – 2:1 22.09.24 Preston North End – Blackburn Rovers – 0:0 17.02.24 Preston North End – Blackburn Rovers – 2:2 |
Standings
| Pl | W | D | L | Diff | Pts | |||
| 1 | Charlton | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 5:2 | 3 | 9 |
| 2 | Wolves | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 9:4 | 5 | 7 |
| 3 | Swansea | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5:1 | 4 | 7 |
| 4 | QPR | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 5:2 | 3 | 7 |
| 5 | Middlesbrough | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 6:4 | 2 | 6 |
| 6 | West Brom | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 6:5 | 1 | 6 |
| 7 | Millwall | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 6:5 | 1 | 6 |
| 8 | Birmingham | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 4:3 | 1 | 5 |
| 9 | Watford | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 4:3 | 1 | 5 |
| 10 | Blackburn | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5:5 | 0 | 4 |
| 11 | Bolton | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2:2 | 0 | 4 |
| 12 | Bristol City | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4:5 | -1 | 4 |
| 13 | Cardiff | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 5:5 | 0 | 3 |
| 14 | Sheffield Utd | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 2:2 | 0 | 3 |
| 15 | Portsmouth | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 5:6 | -1 | 3 |
| 16 | Norwich | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 5:6 | -1 | 3 |
| 17 | Lincoln | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3:5 | -2 | 3 |
| 18 | Southampton | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 9:4 | 5 | 2 |
| 19 | West Ham | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 4:5 | -1 | 2 |
| 20 | Wrexham | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 3:4 | -1 | 2 |
| 21 | Derby | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3:7 | -4 | 1 |
| 22 | Burnley | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 4:9 | -5 | 1 |
| 23 | Preston | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2:6 | -4 | 0 |
| 24 | Stoke | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 3:9 | -6 | 0 |
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