Kickoff at 16:00, the Championship clash between Preston North End and Charlton Athletic will unfold at Deepdale stadium, which seats 23,408 fans. This match marks the 9th day of the competition, promising an exciting encounter.
Preston North End in Focus
Preston line up in a 3-1-4-2 formation, with D. Iversen guarding the goal. Recent stats show Preston scoring an average of 2 goals per game, with a solid home goals average of 2.9. Their last fixture against Charlton ended in a convincing 3-0 win. Upcoming matches include a tough away game against Hull City on 30/09, signaling a busy period ahead.
Charlton Athletic at a Glance
Charlton defend with a 4-2-3-1 setup and count T. Kaminski as their goalkeeper. They’ve won 5 of their last 10 outings across all competitions and hold a strong away goals average of 1.7 per match. With a 50% rate of matches exceeding 2.5 goals, their attack can be dangerous.
We Say
We see Preston North End winning this match, with odds standing at 2.13. We believe Preston will use their home advantage to secure the three points and continue their positive form against Charlton.
Stats That Matter
| Stat | Preston North End | Charlton Athletic |
|---|---|---|
| Avg. Goals For | 2 | 2.3 |
| Avg. Goals Against | 1 | 0.9 |
| Last Meeting (GF) | 3 | 0 |
- Preston has 4 wins, 3 draws, and 3 defeats in their last 10 matches, while Charlton boasts 5 wins, 2 draws, and 3 losses.
- Charlton has notably performed well away with 7 wins compared to Preston’s 2 at home.
- Upcoming fixtures show Preston will face Hull City shortly after this game, and Charlton will play away at Derby County.
Odds & Insights
| Market | Preston North End | Charlton Athletic | Draw/Alt |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1X2 | 2.13 | – | – |
| Over/Under 2.5 Goals | 1.94 (Over) | – | – |
| Both Teams to Score | Yes | – | – |
| Correct Score | – | – | – |
| Anytime Goalscorer | – | – | – |
Past Meetings (H2H)
| Date | Competition | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 27 Sept | Championship | Preston North End 3-0 Charlton Athletic |
Preston North End won the last meeting convincingly with a 3-0 scoreline in the Championship.
Our Take
This matchup seems tilted in favor of Preston North End, especially given their home record and recent victory over Charlton. Their solid defensive and attacking averages make them a strong bet to win here. The odds of 2.13 on a Preston win represent value considering Charlton’s decent but inconsistent away performances.
- Main Bet: Preston North End to win the match.
- Secondary Option: Over 2.5 goals in the match.
- Alternative: Both teams to score – Yes.
- Correct Score Lean: –
In this Championship encounter at Deepdale, expect an engaging match with Preston pushing for three points and Charlton aiming to challenge strongly away. The combination of attacking averages and recent form supports a lively game that favors home side Preston, backed by a competitive but confident squad.
