Bet with Freshbet →Stoke City v Preston kicks off on 31 October 2026 · 12:30 at Bet365 Stadium (Stoke on Trent). In our view the favourites are Stoke City (55%). Further down you will find the tip, the chances of each result, absences and a breakdown of the match.
Stoke City vs Preston: odds comparison
| Match result | 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best odds on the market | 1.73 | 3.90 | 4.90 |
| Market average | 1.68 | 3.74 | 4.64 |
| Lowest odds | 1.61 | 3.40 | 4.26 |
| Megapari | 1.68 | 3.85 | 4.66 |
| Goals | Best | Average | Chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Over 1.5 goals | 1.29 | 1.26 | 73.9% |
| Over 2.5 goals | 1.91 | 1.84 | 51.1% |
| Under 2.5 goals | 1.98 | 1.93 | 48.9% |
| Over 3.5 goals | 3.40 | 3.07 | 30.4% |
| BTTS – yes | 1.83 | 1.77 | 52.1% |
| BTTS – no | 1.96 | 1.93 | 47.9% |
The odds summarise prices from several bookmakers, updated 26/10/26, 02:45. They are a guide only and may differ at a given operator. Average margin 7.9%.
Megapari odds for this match
Partner odds, updated 27/10/26, 03:18. Click to open the match on the Megapari site. 18+
Match at a glance
- Likely result: Stoke City 1–0 Preston, roughly 3 goals in total.
- Table: Stoke City 9th (20 points), Preston 24th (5 points).
- Form in the competition: Stoke City 6W 2D 4L (18:16), Preston 1W 2D 9L (10:25).
- H2H: 16 matches: Stoke City 3W 6D 7L, goals 12–20.
- Absences: Stoke City 0, Preston 0.
Who will win Stoke City vs Preston?
The estimate is based on odds from several bookmakers with the margin removed. It is not a guarantee of the result.
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Stoke City vs Preston: absences and injuries
Stoke City
- No reported absences
Preston
- No reported absences
The list may change before kick-off.
Stoke City vs Preston: table and team form
| # | Team | P | W-D-L | Goals | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Middlesbrough | 12 | 7-4-1 | 27:17 | 25 |
| 2 |  Swansea | 12 | 7-2-3 | 16:13 | 23 |
| 3 |  West Ham | 12 | 6-4-2 | 32:15 | 22 |
| 4 |  Wolves | 12 | 6-3-3 | 20:16 | 21 |
| 5 |  West Brom | 12 | 6-3-3 | 16:13 | 21 |
| 6 |  Southampton | 12 | 7-3-2 | 24:12 | 20 |
| 7 |  Birmingham | 12 | 5-5-2 | 20:12 | 20 |
| 8 |  QPR | 12 | 5-5-2 | 20:12 | 20 |
| 9 | Stoke City | 12 | 6-2-4 | 18:16 | 20 |
| 10 |  Blackburn | 12 | 5-3-4 | 19:16 | 18 |
| 11 |  Portsmouth | 12 | 5-3-4 | 16:15 | 18 |
| 12 |  Sheffield Utd | 12 | 4-4-4 | 16:15 | 16 |
| 13 |  Millwall | 12 | 4-3-5 | 19:20 | 15 |
| 14 |  Bristol City | 12 | 4-3-5 | 12:15 | 15 |
| 15 |  Lincoln | 12 | 4-3-5 | 13:20 | 15 |
| 16 |  Cardiff | 12 | 3-5-4 | 19:17 | 14 |
| 17 |  Wrexham | 12 | 3-5-4 | 15:18 | 14 |
| 18 |  Bolton | 12 | 4-2-6 | 16:23 | 14 |
| 19 |  Charlton | 12 | 3-5-4 | 11:18 | 14 |
| 20 |  Norwich | 12 | 4-0-8 | 20:22 | 12 |
| 21 |  Watford | 12 | 3-2-7 | 10:20 | 11 |
| 22 |  Burnley | 12 | 1-5-6 | 17:25 | 8 |
| 23 |  Derby | 12 | 1-4-7 | 10:21 | 7 |
| 24 | Preston | 12 | 1-2-9 | 10:25 | 5 |
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Stoke City vs Preston: match analysis
Why we made this tip
- Table. Stoke City are 9th with 20 points from 12 matches (6W 2D 4L); Preston are 24th with 5 points (1W 2D 9L).
- Attack and defence. Stoke City average 1.5 goals scored and 1.3 conceded per match in the competition; Preston score 0.8 and concede 2.1.
- Form in the competition. Stoke City: 6W 2D 4L, goals 18–16; Preston: 1W 2D 9L, goals 10–25.
- Head to head. Of their 16 meetings, Stoke City have 3 wins and Preston 7 wins, with 6 draws; goals 12–20.
What to expect
We expect Stoke City to have the upper hand: our score estimate is 2–1, so roughly 3 goals in total. The most likely result is 1–0 (11.8%). We expect a fairly even contest.
Our goals tip: Both teams to score (odds 1.83), which we rate at 52%. We put the chance of both teams scoring at 52% and of over 2.5 goals at 51%.
Key points of the prediction
- Meetings: 16; Stoke City 3 wins, 6 draws, Preston 7 wins.
- Their meetings have averaged 2.0 goals per match.
- Goals for and against in the competition: Stoke City 18–16, Preston 10–25.
- We expect roughly 3 goals; the chance of over 2.5 goals is 51%.
- Absences: Stoke City 0, Preston 0.
Alternative tip: Over 2.5 goals
Alternative: Over 2.5 goals (probability 51%, best odds 1.91). We expect roughly 3 goals, which supports this tip.
Absences
Stoke City will be without: no absences. Preston are missing: no absences. Check the team news again before kick-off.
Stoke City vs Preston: team comparison
The values are based on this season's matches so far, so the sample is still small.
Form in the competition
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Stoke City vs Preston: frequently asked questions
What is the tip for Stoke City vs Preston?
Our tip on the result is Stoke City to win at odds of 1.73, and for goals we suggest Both teams to score at 1.83. The safer option is Stoke City or draw (1X).
Who will win Stoke City vs Preston?
By our estimate, the probabilities are: Stoke City win 55%, draw 25%, Preston win 20%.
When and where is the match played?
31 October 2026 at 12:30, venue: Bet365 Stadium, Stoke on Trent.
Who will be missing?
Stoke City: no absences. Preston: no absences. The list may change before the match.
Will there be more than 2.5 goals?
By our estimate, the chance of over 2.5 goals is 51% (odds 1.91) and of under 2.5 goals 49% (odds 1.98).
Will both teams score?
We estimate the probability of both teams scoring at 52% (odds 1.83).
What is the most likely correct score?
The most likely score is 1–0 (11.8%), followed by 1–1 (11.2%) and 2–0 (10.3%).
How are your predictions made?
We derive the probabilities from the odds of several bookmakers: we remove the margin and average the prices, then calculate the expected goals and the most likely scores with a Poisson distribution. Team form, head to head and absences are on the page as context. Our predictions are for information only and do not guarantee a win.
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