Probable Lineups
Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison
Goals
Assists
(6.5)
6.6
Average Ratings
6.7
(6.6)
26.8
Average Age
27.8
186.5
Average Height (cm)
182.7
(0.8)
0.9
Shots pg
0.9
(0.9)
(58%)
59%
Aerial Duel Success
53%
(52%)
(0.4)
0.5
Dribbles pg
0.5
(0.5)
(1.5)
1.2
Tackles pg
1.1
(1.4)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in Championship.
Missing Players
Preston
Blackburn
| Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stefán Thórdarson | Out | 6.15 | |
| Will Keane | Out | 6.39 |
| Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scott Wharton | Out | N/A | |
| Harry Leonard | Out | 5.97 | |
| Harry Pickering | Out | 6.54 | |
| Callum Brittain | Doubtful | 6.59 |
Team News
Preston
Blackburn
- Paul Heckingbottom could reintroduce centre-back Liam Lindsay to the starting XI after he served a suspension during the game against Middlesbrough.
- Will Keane and Stefan Thordarson were both absent against Fulham on Tuesday night and will miss the visit of Lancashire rivals Blackburn here.
- Striker Makhtar Gueye should return to the matchday squad after serving his suspension but expect Yuki Ohashi to retain his spot up top.
- Callum Brittain is among four injury concerns for Blackburn this weekend.
4 of these sides last 5 meetings have featured 3 or more goals.
Yet another derby, but neither want to lose this one .. 0-0