Preston vs Stoke Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 05 Apr 2025

Under 2.5 Goals Looks Value

We can’t resist the opportunity to back Under 2.5 when Preston go up against Stoke. The Total Goals market provides the opportunity to take a price of -163 and we anticipate a return here.

Last Clash Between Teams Finished Goalless

Preston North End were beaten last game and this was on their travels at Pride Park. Derby County claimed a 2-0 win. The Lilywhites dominated possession with 65% of the ball but had just one shot on target.

Stoke City have lost four straight road games. In their previous appearance, they recorded a 3-1 home win over Queens Park Rangers at Bet365 Stadium. The Staffordshire team recorded 46% possession and had six shots on goal, with Joon-Ho Bae, Junior Tchamadeu and Million Manhoef all on target.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Preston were on the road when they last faced Stoke, with the teams drawing 0-0 at Bet365 Stadium. The past 10 H2H meetings have featured four Preston victories, three draws and three Stoke wins.

Championship		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
15	Preston	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0:0	0
20	Stoke	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0:0	0

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2 wins, 4 losses and 4 draws, averaging 0.7 goals from 2.7 shots on goal and 7.4 attempts. Preston have had 52.1% possession and 3.8 corners per game. On average, they have conceded 1.0 goals from 2.8 shots on goal and 8.2 attempts, while the opposition have been awarded 6.0 corners.

Emil Riis Jakobsen is the top scorer with 2 goals, while Ryan Porteous, Stefan Thordarson, Will Keane and Milutin Osmajic each have 1. Stefan Thordarson is the leading assists maker with 2.

Stoke have won 4, lost 5 and drawn 1, with an average of 1.4 goals from 6.7 attempts and 3.1 shots on goal. There’s been an average of 44.1% possession, 3.5 corners in their favour and 4.6 corners against, while they’ve conceded 1.6 goals from 9.3 attempts and 4.1 shots on goal.

Joon-Ho Bae and Lewis Baker have top scored with 3 goals, while Ali Al Hamadi is next on 2. Lewis Baker, Million Manhoef and Andrew Moran have been the top assists providers with 2 in the previous 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Preston confirmed lineup (3-5-2): David Cornell (GK), Jordan Storey, Lewis Gibson, Liam Lindsay, Kaine Kesler-Hayden, Stefan Thordarson, Ben Whiteman, Sam Greenwood, Robert Brady, Emil Riis Jakobsen, Milutin Osmajic.

Stoke confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Viktor Johansson (GK), Junior Tchamadeu, Ashley Phillips, Ben Wilmot, Eric Bocat, Jordan Thompson, Wouter Burger, Million Manhoef, Lewis Baker, Joon-Ho Bae, Sam Gallagher.

Preston vs Stoke Prediction & Betting Tips

For those in agreement that this Championship encounter will be low-scoring, then you can seal odds of -163 on the Under 2.5 Goals market. We believe that this wager can yield a nice return.

Sportsgambler.com boast football expertise and that comes from knowing the team news once it’s announced. The latest form will also fuel our predictions and we make sure that the best stats are on hand.

Key Preston vs Stoke league stats:

• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 4 of the last 5 Preston games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 7 of the last 10 Preston games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 13 of the last 20 Stoke games on the road.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 3 of the last 5 Stoke games.

Under 2.5 Probability

According to the latest odds, there’s a 61.9% likelihood of our pick winning. However, our experts think that the probability sits between 65-70% taking all factors into consideration. This is why we regard this as a value bet.

There are some bigger-priced options for those looking for larger odds and that includes the Result & Total Goals market. Combine Under 2.5 Goals with one of the teams to triumph.

Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Preston 1 - 0 Stoke

Our prediction for the correct score is Preston to land a 1-0 victory and this is available at +540. It’s a fun wager to place which lands a bigger potential return.

Corners Prediction

Preston Over 4.5 Corners -150

The 4.5 corners line has been covered by Preston in three consecutive home games, while Stoke have conceded 6.90 corners on average in their last 10 away matches. We think that the value can be found by wagering on Team Corners and you can secure -150 that Preston go over the line.

League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Preston

Total

9.80 3.80 6.00

Home

8.70 4.50 4.20

Away

8.40 2.60 5.80

Stoke

Total

8.10 3.50 4.60

Home

8.50 3.60 4.90

Away

10.10 3.20 6.90

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Over 9.5

-125

Under 9.5

-110

Preston Corners

Over 5.5

+120

Under 5.5

-163

Stoke Corners

Over 4.5

-100

Under 4.5

-138

Most Corners

1

-141

X

+550

2

+140

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Preston vs Stoke Odds

Stoke City are available at betting odds of +190 to win away to Preston North End, with the home side trading at +145 with the bookies. Should you wish to back the draw, it’s on offer at +220 for this Championship encounter.

A tight game could be on the cards and that is reflected in the short odds about Under 2.5 Goals being scored.

Head over to the Bet Builder and you’ll find all the popular football betting site markets available. Championship selections can then be combined together in a same-game accumulator which you can cheer on.

Full-Time Result

1

+145

X

+220

2

+190

Half-Time Result

1

+225

X

-105

2

+275

Double Chance

1X

-250

12

-275

X2

-188

Draw No Bet

1

-138

2

-100

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.25

+111

2 Hcp +0.25

-127

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-175

Over 2.5

+137.5

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-100

No

-138

Preston vs Stoke Lineups & Team News

You’ve found the right place for Preston vs Stoke team news, with all the latest information available including lineups and injuries so you’re fully informed.

Getting the player information you need is easy thanks to the Championship squads.

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