Match Prediction
Match Prediction
England
Bristol City
€46.25m
Preston
€41.45m
Preview
Welcome to our Bristol City vs Preston prediction, where we dive into the story behind Saturday’s early kickoff at Ashton Gate Stadium. With the sun rising over Bristol and the fans already buzzing, there’s more than just points on the line—there’s pride, pressure, and a dash of playoff ambition. Let’s break down the numbers, sprinkle in some history, and see where the smart money lies for this final-day Championship duel.
As we reach the business end of the season, the table tells a tale of two very different campaigns. Bristol City, perched confidently in 5th place with 67 points from 45 matches, have their eyes set on the playoffs. They’re not just dreaming—they’re planning. Meanwhile, Preston, sitting in a nervy 20th spot with 49 points, are looking over their shoulders, hoping to avoid any last-day drama. The stakes couldn’t be clearer: Bristol City want momentum, Preston want survival.
Let’s rewind to April 20, 2024. Bristol City, unfancied at 5.05 odds, ground out a gutsy 1:1 draw away at Norwich. Not many gave them a chance, but they showed the kind of resilience that’s become their trademark. Fast-forward to March 11, 2025, and Preston pulled off their own surprise—a 1:1 draw at Sunderland, defying the odds (5.9) and keeping their heads above water. Both teams know how to dig deep when it matters.
History has a funny way of repeating itself—or does it? The last time these two met at Ashton Gate, back on October 12, 2022, Bristol City edged a tense 2:1 victory. The betting odds back then were tight: 2.49 for the hosts, 2.68 for the visitors. Fast-forward to today, and the balance has shifted. Bristol City are now clear favorites at 1.87, the draw at 3.55, and Preston a long shot at 4.2. The odds tell a story of changing fortunes—and perhaps a little home comfort.
While money doesn’t always buy happiness (or goals), it’s a solid indicator of squad depth and quality. Bristol City’s higher valuation adds another tick in their favor for this Bristol City vs Preston prediction.
With home teams winning nearly 43% of the time and over 1.5 goals in almost three-quarters of matches, the stats are stacking up for a lively encounter—especially with Bristol City’s attacking intent and Preston’s need to fight for every point.
Expect Bristol City to control the tempo, pepper the Preston goal, and rack up the corners. Preston, on the other hand, may rely on counter-attacks and set pieces, hoping to nick something against the run of play.
Our AI’s top Bristol City vs Preston prediction is over 1.5 total goals at 1.3 odds, with a solid confidence rating of 6.0/10. Why? Because 71.7% of Championship games hit at least two goals, and both teams have shown a knack for finding the net—even if it’s just once each. For the 1x2 market, the AI leans toward a Bristol City home win (trust rating: 5.1/10), which lines up with the home win percentage across the league and the current gulf in form and motivation.
We’re calling a 2:1 win for Bristol City, with a 1:1 scoreline expected at halftime. Expect the home side to dominate possession, create double the chances, and ultimately edge a determined but limited Preston.
For this Bristol City vs Preston prediction, the numbers, the form, and the history all suggest a lively contest with the home side coming out on top. Keep an eye on Bristol City’s attacking stats and Preston’s fighting spirit—they might just surprise us yet again. But if you’re looking for the smart bet, over 1.5 goals and a home win are the picks to watch. Happy betting, and may your predictions be as sharp as Bristol’s finishing!
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Bristol City didn't play better in the last H2H match!
O1.5 -333
At least 2 goals will be scored in the match with odds of -3331 -115
Bristol City is expected to win with odds of -115Over 1.5 -333
At least 2 goals will be scored in the matchYes -120
Both teams are expected to score1X&O1.5 -185
Home win/draw and over 1.5 goals
2:1
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 Bristol City |
03-May-25
2:2
| Preston  |
| Preston |
02-Nov-24
1:3
| Bristol City |
| Preston |
13-Jan-24
2:0
| Bristol City |
| Bristol City |
05-Aug-23
1:1
| Preston |
| Preston |
04-Feb-23
1:2
| Bristol City |
| Bristol City |
12-Oct-22
2:1
| Preston |
| Preston |
29-Jan-22
2:2
| Bristol City |
| Bristol City |
11-Sep-21
0:0
| Preston |
| Bristol City |
16-Jan-21
2:0
| Preston |
| Preston |
18-Dec-20
1:0
| Bristol City |
Recent Matches of Bristol City| 13 Dec |
Coventry.
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| Bristol City.
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| 10 Dec | D |
Bristol City.
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2:2
| Leicester.
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| 06 Dec | L |
Bristol City.
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0:1
| Millwall.
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Recent Matches of Preston
| 13 Dec |  Oxford Utd. |
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Preston. | |
| 09 Dec | D | Preston. |
1:1 |
Coventry. |
| 06 Dec | D | Preston. |
1:1 |
Wrexham. |
England - Championship| Team | Matches | Goals | Points | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Leeds | 46 | 95-30 | 100 |
| 2 |
Burnley | 46 | 69-16 | 100 |
| 3 |
Sheffield Utd | 46 | 63-36 | 90 |
| 4 |
Sunderland | 46 | 58-44 | 76 |
| 5 |
Coventry | 46 | 64-58 | 69 |
| 6 |
Bristol City | 46 | 59-55 | 68 |
| 7 |
Blackburn | 46 | 53-48 | 66 |
| 8 |
Millwall | 46 | 47-49 | 66 |
| 9 |
West Brom | 46 | 57-47 | 64 |
| 10 |
Middlesbrough | 46 | 64-56 | 64 |
| 11 |
Swansea | 46 | 51-56 | 61 |
| 12 |
Sheffield Wedn | 46 | 60-69 | 58 |
| 13 |
Norwich | 46 | 71-68 | 57 |
| 14 |
Watford | 46 | 53-61 | 57 |
| 15 |
QPR | 46 | 53-63 | 56 |
| 16 |
Portsmouth | 46 | 58-71 | 54 |
| 17 |
Oxford United | 46 | 49-65 | 53 |
| 18 |
Stoke City | 46 | 45-62 | 51 |
| 19 |
Derby | 46 | 48-56 | 50 |
| 20 |
Preston | 46 | 48-59 | 50 |
| 21 |
Hull City | 46 | 44-54 | 49 |
| 22 |
Luton | 46 | 45-69 | 49 |
| 23 |
Plymouth | 46 | 51-88 | 46 |
| 24 |
Cardiff | 46 | 48-73 | 44 |
