Probable Lineups
Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in Championship.
Missing Players
Preston
Blackburn
Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
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Stefán Thórdarson | Out | 6.2 | |
Will Keane | Out | 6.56 |
Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
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Scott Wharton | Out | N/A | |
Harry Leonard | Out | N/A | |
Harry Pickering | Out | 6.82 | |
Callum Brittain | Doubtful | 6.74 |
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.
Match FactsSponsored
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Preston have seen over 2.5 goals in 9 of their last 10 home matches against Blackburn in all competitions.
Over 2.5 goals
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Blackburn are undefeated in their last 7 matches (Championship).
Blackburn win or draw
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Blackburn have scored at least 2 goals in 5 of their last 6 matches (Championship).
Over 1.5 goals
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