Preston vs Southampton Prediction, H2H Stats & Statistical Bets 2 May 2026
🔊 Deepdale will transform into a stage for farewells and rehearsals in the final round. Preston are entering their 12th consecutive season in the Championship, comfortably nestled in mid-table with nothing left to play for. However, this freedom makes the Lilywhites dangerous; they play with boldness and flair in attack. Southampton, on the other hand, have a different kind of motivation. The Saints are already in the playoffs, but it's crucial for them to maintain or improve their fifth position to secure home advantage in the second leg of the semi-final. Tonda Eckert's team boasts one of the league's most formidable attacks, netting 79 goals, but they are prone to defensive lapses.
Head-to-Head
The last official encounter between the teams took place on 01 November 2025 and ended with a scoreline of 0:2. Here's a comparative breakdown of that match (home team - Southampton):
- ball possession percentage: 64% vs 36%;
- corner kicks: 8 vs 2;
- fouls: 11 vs 18;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 3;
- shots on target: 2 vs 3.
📊Statistical preview of official matches between the teams Preston North End and Southampton:
- played 4 matches;
- number of wins for the home team - 1, for the away team - 2, draws - 1;
- number of goals - 5 against 7;
- average total in the 1st half - 1.5, in the 2nd half - 1.5;
- average total goals in the match - 3.
Head-to-head statistics Preston - Southampton
Preston North End Team Overview
The team's most recent official match took place on as part of the Championship tournament (home team - Sheffield United, away team - Preston North End). The match concluded with a scoreline of 2:3.
Here's the game statistics (Preston North End vs Sheffield United):
- ball possession: 31% vs 69%;
- corner kicks: 5 vs 10;
- fouls: 11 vs 12;
- yellow cards: 3 vs 0;
- shots on target: 6 vs 3.
Preston North End are navigating a challenging period, having secured just three wins in their last ten matches. Currently sitting 12th in the table, they aim to break into the top 10 before the season concludes, though their chances appear slim. On average, they score 1.2 goals per game, but their defense often falters, conceding around 1.31 goals per match. The Lilywhites have lost 3 of their last 5 home games, which should serve as extra motivation for improvement.
Match Results: Preston North End
Southampton Team Overview
The away team played their last official match on as part of the Championship tournament (home team - Southampton, away - Ipswich Town). The match concluded with a scoreline of 2:2.
Here are the match stats (Southampton vs Ipswich Town):
- ball possession: 56% vs 44%;
- corner kicks: 5 vs 9;
- fouls: 10 vs 19;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 2;
- shots on target: 4 vs 9.
Southampton are sitting in 5th place in the table and have been impressive with their scoring prowess both at home and away. In their last five matches, the team has secured two wins, alongside two draws and a single loss - to Manchester City (1-2) in the FA Cup semi-final. Over the past ten games, the Saints have claimed seven victories, boasting an average of 2.2 goals per match!
Match Results: Southampton
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 4;
- home team wins - 1, away team wins - 2, draws - 1.
Statistics: Preston North End vs Southampton
- matches played in the tournament: 45 vs 45;
- wins: 15 vs 21;
- win percentage: 33% vs 47%;
- losses: 15 vs 10;
- draws: 15 vs 14.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 3 vs 7;
- losses: 5 vs 1;
- draws: 2 vs 2.
- Southampton have won in 7 of last 8 away games.
- Southampton have won in 6 of last 7 away games (Championship).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.25, the guests - 1.75;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 3;
- both teams scored: overall - 2; at the home team's field - 1.
Statistics: Preston North End vs Southampton
- average total in the tournament: 2.51 vs 2.98;
- average total goals scored: 1.2 vs 1.76;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.6 vs 0.78;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.6 vs 0.98;
- Preston North End: average total at home in the tournament - 1.23;
- Southampton: average total away in the tournament - 1.86;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.3 (home - 1.25) vs 2.2 (away - 2.67).
- Over 2.5 goals scored in last 8 Southampton games.
- Over 2.5 goals scored in last 6 Southampton games (Championship).
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 4;
- both teams scored all-time - 2 times;
- on the home team’s field - 1 times.
Statistics: Preston North End vs Southampton
- number of matches played in the tournament: 45 vs 45;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 26 vs 32;
- number of BTTS matches for Preston North End at home - 12 (55%);
- number of BTTS matches for Southampton away - 20 (91%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 7 vs 7;
- BTTS matches for Preston North End at home - 3 (75%);
- BTTS matches for Southampton away - 3 (100%).
- Preston North End have scored and conceded in 6 of last 7 games (Championship).
- Southampton have scored and conceded in 7 of last 8 games.
- Southampton have scored and conceded in last 6 away games (Championship).
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 1:1 (82/540, 15.2%);
- Preston North End at home most often finish matches: 1:1 (4/22, 18.2%);
- Southampton away most often play: 1:1 (5/22, 22.7%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
1:1 - 10.21% (odds 8)
1:2 - 9.05% (odds 8.5)
0:1 - 7.77% (odds 10)
Editorial Prediction
Preston have conceded in their last 14 Championship matches, and in six of their last seven games, both teams have found the net. The Saints, while strong offensively, often make defensive errors that allow opponents to score. Given this scenario, a classic goal exchange seems like a perfect bet - both teams to score (yes).
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