Cardiff vs Preston: match facts, form and head-to-head – 24 November 2026

Cardiff host Preston in what promises to be a battle of survival, with both clubs languishing near the foot of the table. The Bluebirds sit 21st with four points from seven games, having failed to win yet managing four draws while conceding 11 goals. Preston sit two places below them, on 23rd with three points, their lone victory offset by six defeats and a 6‑13 goal deficit. With only a single point separating the two sides, a win for either team could spark a vital climb out of the relegation zone, while a draw would keep the status quo and intensify the pressure in the weeks ahead. Both sides will be eager to turn their poor runs around, making a tightly contested encounter almost inevitable.