Bolton vs Preston Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 15 Aug 2026
Bolton vs Preston Predictions
The clash between Bolton and Preston could see Over 2.5 when it comes to the Total Goals market. There is definitely value backing this selection at -106, with three goals or more looking likely.
Read our in-depth Bolton vs Preston betting preview for our full evaluation of the main match prediction, alongside our correct score prediction, player prop picks and bet builder tips.
Bolton vs Preston Preview
Bolton welcome Preston to Toughsheet Community Stadium, with kick-off set for 07:30 on Saturday 15 August.
Newcomers Bolton Wanderers have been highly active, securing eight signings to strengthen their squad. They reinforced their defence with Lewis Brunt, Ben Davies, Akin Famewo and Luca Stephenson, while also adding right-back Gaizka Larrazabal. They brought in midfielder David Watson alongside loan deals for winger Kyliane Dong and striker Ryan Hardie.
Bolton ended last season on a high, winning promotion to the Championship after beating Stockport County 4-1 in the League One play-off final at Wembley. Stockport took the lead in the 29th minute, but Bolton fought back through a Rúben Rodrigues brace, a Sam Dalby goal and a Kyle Wootton own goal.
Kicking off the new season in the EFL Cup, Bolton were beaten 1-0 away by Sheffield Wednesday in the first round.
Preston North End made a statement by breaking their transfer record to permanently sign midfielder Alfie Devine from Tottenham Hotspur, while also adding goalkeeper Lee Nicholls and striker Jusef Erabi, the latter on loan. However, they lost Ben Whiteman, who joined Championship rivals Wrexham.
Preston, who finished 14th with 60 points from 46 matches in the 2025/26 Championship, ended last season with a 3-1 home defeat to Southampton at Deepdale. The Lilywhites had 46% possession and registered five shots on target, with Lewis Dobbin finding the net.
In their first game of the new season, Preston beat Huddersfield Town on penalties in the first round of the EFL Cup after a 1-1 draw following extra-time.
H2H: Preston Landed 2-1 Victory in Previous H2H
The most recent encounter between these teams came in the Championship in February 2019, with Preston claiming a 2-1 away win over Bolton at Toughsheet Community Stadium.
| Championship | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 |  Bolton |
8 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 11 | 15 | -4 | 11:15 | 10 |
| 23 |  Preston |
8 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 8 | 15 | -7 | 8:15 | 4 |
Confirmed Lineups
Bolton confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Jack Bonham (GK), Luca Stephenson, Chris Forino-Joseph, Akin Famewo, Max Conway, Josh Sheehan, Ethan Erhahon, Gaizka Larrazabal, John McAtee, Thierry Gale, Sam Dalby.
Preston confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Daniel Iversen (GK), Pol Valentin, Jordan Storey, Liam Lindsay, Andrew Hughes, Alistair McCann, Jordan Thompson, Alfie Devine, Callum Lang, Delano Burgzorg, Milutin Osmajic.
Main Match Prediction
Goals could be the order of the day when it comes to this Championship encounter, so let’s plump for the -106 when it comes to Over 2.5. We’re expecting a return based on the stats and xG data that are available.
Key stats supporting our main match prediction (league matches):
When it comes to making our expert football predictions, it’s important to study team news and observe the latest form. There are lots of Championship stats that can also help to shape our picks.
The best bookies are estimating that there is a 51.5% likelihood of this pick landing a return. However, our experts think that the probability is close to 60% taking all factors into consideration. It’s the reason why we are recommending this wager.
There’s the opportunity to look at other betting angles and that includes Over 3.5 Goals if you want to get bigger odds. With this bet, you will get a pay out if four or more are scored in total.
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Correct Score Prediction
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There are odds of +750 available that Preston land a 2-1 win. We like the correct score option as there’s a nice reward if you can accurately predict the outcome.
Player Prop Picks
John McAtee (Bolton) is available to finish with at least one shot on goal at -119. He stands out as a value pick when it comes to Shots on Target, with the recommendation being to wager this player prop pick.
Ruben Rodrigues (Bolton) has managed three goals in his past five home games. The Anytime Goalscorer odds look really appealing based on the stats and we’ll take a chance on him at odds of +320.
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Bet Builder Tips
If you fancy a same-game multi, then why not take at least three goals to be registered, Preston with the +0.25 Asian Handicap together with John McAtee (Bolton) to record a minimum of one shot on target.
The bet builder route is a great one for football fans requiring a tailored same-game multi on a match. Many bettors like to create a personalised bet which reflects their predictions for how a game is going to play out.
Bolton vs Preston Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
Bolton Wanderers are the +112 favourites on the Full-Time Result. That means a 47% chance of winning this Championship encounter according to the latest betting odds. Preston North End are the +235 outsiders, with the draw being a different option which could yield dividends.
There are different ways to bet on Bolton winning and that includes the -123 about them on the Asian Handicap -0.25. It also means that if they draw with Preston, you get half stakes refunded.
The Total Goals market looks like a close call, with Over and Under 2.5 Goals available at similar odds. BTTS Yes is on offer at -141 for anyone who wants to side with Both Teams to Score.
The best football betting sites definitely give customers lots of choice. When it comes to Championship matches, choose from hundreds of markets until you find the most attractive odds.
Those interested in Sam Dalby to find the net anytime are able to get +205. There is the chance to back the favourite to score the first goal at odds of +525.
Bolton League Stats
Preston League Stats
- 5 wins, 2 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 5 wins, 1 defeat and 4 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 3 wins, 5 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 2 wins, 5 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.10 goals scored and 1.40 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.50 goals scored and 1.60 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 3.50 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 4.10 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 8 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 8 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.30 goals scored and 1.90 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.00 goals scored and 1.90 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 3.20 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.90 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 away matches
Bolton vs Preston Lineups & Team News
Check the Bolton vs Preston team news before you place your bets. Stay informed with our predicted and confirmed Championship lineups and the latest injury reports.
Bolton Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Preston Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Bolton Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Preston Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Bolton Substitutes
- 5Lewis Brunt
- 6Ben Davies
- 7Kyliane Dong
- 12David Watson
- 16Samuel Iling-Junior
- 18Eoin Toal
- 23David Harrington
- 29Cyrus Christie
- 39Ryan Hardie
Preston Substitutes
- 3Andrija Vukcevic
- 9Jusef Erabi
- 21Lee Nicholls
- 23Andrew Moran
- 24Odel Offiah
- 26Thierry Small
- 27Leo Leroy
- 30George Gryba
- 32Ed Nolan
Previous Bolton Lineups
Previous Preston Lineups
Injuries & Suspensions
Bolton Player Stats & Squad
Manager: Steven Schumacher
Preston Player Stats & Squad
Championship Table| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Swansea | 8 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 13:6 | 17 |
| 2 | West Ham | 8 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 22:11 | 15 |
| 3 | Middlesbrough | 8 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 16:12 | 15 |
| 4 | Wolverhampton | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 15:10 | 14 |
| 5 | West Brom | 8 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 10:8 | 14 |
| 6 | QPR | 8 | 3 | 4 | 1 | 10:7 | 13 |
| 7 | Stoke | 8 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 13:12 | 13 |
| 8 | Bristol City | 8 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 11:12 | 13 |
| 9 | Charlton | 8 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 7:10 | 12 |
| 10 | Birmingham | 8 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 12:11 | 11 |
| 11 | Millwall | 8 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 15:15 | 11 |
| 12 | Lincoln | 8 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 7:8 | 11 |
| 13 | Southampton | 8 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 19:10 | 10 |
| 14 | Wrexham | 8 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 9:12 | 10 |
| 15 | Bolton | 8 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 11:15 | 10 |
| 16 | Blackburn | 8 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 12:12 | 9 |
| 17 | Norwich | 8 | 3 | 0 | 5 | 16:17 | 9 |
| 18 | Sheffield Utd | 8 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 9:11 | 9 |
| 19 | Portsmouth | 7 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 9:10 | 8 |
| 20 | Watford | 8 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 7:10 | 8 |
| 21 | Cardiff | 8 | 1 | 4 | 3 | 10:12 | 7 |
| 22 | Derby | 8 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 7:14 | 5 |
| 23 | Preston | 8 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 8:15 | 4 |
| 24 | Burnley | 8 | 0 | 4 | 4 | 9:17 | 4 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Southampton | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 15:4 | 12 |
| 2 | Middlesbrough | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 11:7 | 10 |
| 3 | West Ham | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 14:4 | 9 |
| 4 | Stoke | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 8:3 | 9 |
| 5 | Swansea | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 5:1 | 8 |
| 6 | West Brom | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 6:3 | 8 |
| 7 | Charlton | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3:1 | 8 |
| 8 | Millwall | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 9:5 | 7 |
| 9 | Wolverhampton | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 7:3 | 7 |
| 10 | Watford | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 6:5 | 7 |
| 11 | Norwich | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 10:8 | 6 |
| 12 | Cardiff | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 7:5 | 6 |
| 13 | Blackburn | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 7:6 | 6 |
| 14 | Bolton | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 5:5 | 6 |
| 15 | Bristol City | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 3:4 | 6 |
| 16 | Wrexham | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 5:5 | 5 |
| 17 | QPR | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 4:4 | 5 |
| 18 | Birmingham | 4 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 7:7 | 4 |
| 19 | Portsmouth | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 5:7 | 4 |
| 20 | Sheffield Utd | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 4:6 | 4 |
| 21 | Burnley | 4 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 5:6 | 3 |
| 22 | Preston | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 4:8 | 3 |
| 23 | Lincoln | 4 | 0 | 2 | 2 | 3:6 | 2 |
| 24 | Derby | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 3:8 | 1 |
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