Probable Lineups
3-5-2
4-3-3
Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison
Goals
Assists
(6.5)
6.7
Average Ratings
6.9
(6.7)
27
Average Age
24.9
184
Average Height (cm)
181.3
(0.8)
0.8
Shots pg
1
(1)
(59%)
61%
Aerial Duel Success
48%
(48%)
(0.5)
0.5
Dribbles pg
0.8
(0.7)
(1.5)
1.3
Tackles pg
1.1
(1.4)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in Championship.
Missing Players
Preston
Sunderland
| Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Robert Brady | Out | 6.79 | |
| Will Keane | Out | 6.39 | |
| Patrick Bauer | Out | N/A | |
| Ched Evans | Out | N/A | |
| Milutin Osmajic | Out | 6.32 |
| Player | Reason | Status | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aji Alese | Out | 6.74 | |
| Niall Huggins | Out | N/A | |
| Ian Poveda | Out | 6.07 | |
| Ahmed Abdullahi | Out | N/A | |
| Jenson Seelt | Out | N/A | |
| Salis Abdul Samed | Out | N/A | |
| Jobe Bellingham | Out | 7.13 | |
| Dan Ballard | Doubtful | 6.06 | |
| Anthony Patterson | Doubtful | 6.78 |
Team News
Preston
Sunderland
- Paul Heckingbottom could make a change to keep legs fresh here with Duane Holmes replacing Mads Frokjaer-Jensen in midfield.
- Robbie Brady is among four injured Preston players, while Milutin Osmajic continues to serve a lengthy suspension.
- Jobe Bellingham will be absent through suspension on Wednesday night, but Regis Le Bris expects to have Chris Rigg back available.
- Dan Ballard and Anthony Patterson are both doubtful for the trip to Deepdale after missing Saturday's clash with QPR.
Match FactsSponsored
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There have been over 2.5 goals scored in Preston's last 3 games (Championship).
Over 2.5 goals
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Preston have conceded at least 2 goals in their last 3 matches (Championship).
Over 1.5 goals
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Sunderland are undefeated in their last 6 matches (Championship).
Sunderland win or draw
5 of Sunderlands 7 championship away games this season have featured at least 2 goals.
Another tricky game for Sunderland, but won’t lose. Draw