Probable Lineups
4-2-3-1
3-4-2-1
Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in Championship.
Missing Players
Bristol City
Preston
Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
---|---|---|---|
Rob Atkinson | Out | N/A | |
Ayman Benarous | Out | N/A |
Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
---|---|---|---|
Ched Evans | Out | 6.07 |
Team News
Bristol City
Preston
- Nigel Pearson will stick with a 4-2-3-1 system this season with new signings Rob Dickie and Jason Knight set to play important roles.
- Alex Scott's departure feels nearly inevitable, but the teenager remains a Bristol City player for now and could start on the opening day.
- The striker position remains a contentious one for Pearson with Sam Bell, Nahki Wells and Tommy Conway all strong options.
- Centre-back Jack Whatmough joined from recently relegated Wigan earlier in the week, but Lowe may wait to hand the defender his debut.
- Three debuts are on the cards for the away side however, with Calvin Ramsay joining midfield duo Duane Holmes and Mads Frökjaer-Jensen in the starting XI.
- Ched Evans will miss out with an injury.