Preston North End vs Millwall Prediction

Preston are staying in front of their home fans yet again, this time welcoming the team who are tied on points with them in the league, Millwall. Only losing two matches in their last ten, Preston North End are looking to continue a solid Championship campaign. Mirroring their opponents, Millwall have also only picked up two losses from their last ten matches but their better defensive record ensures they are placed one position higher.

Key Stats

• Millwall have not lost to Preston North End in the last 11 meetings
• Preston North End have not conceded a goal in their last three matches
• Millwall have been the higher scoring of the two sides in the last five games, scoring seven goals to Preston North End’s four

Team Previews, Form and Standout Players

With only one loss from their last five matches, Preston North End are unbeaten from their last three matches. Their last game saw the Lilywhites rob points of flying side Burnley, who’s defensive prowess has been making headlines. Managing to hold on against the Clarets, Preston continue to build their gap to ensure safety in their tenth consecutive season in the Championship.

Millwall have enjoyed similar success in recent matches, mirroring their opponents record. Also taking points off a high flying side, Millwall shared the points after welcoming West Brom to The Den at the weekend. Controlling the game from start to finish, Millwall were unfortunate not to collect all three points.

Preston North End Preview

Formation: 3-5-2

Predicted Line-Up: Woodman; Hughes, Gibson, Porteous; Meghoma, Potts, Þórðarson, Ledson, Kessler-Hayden; Osmajić, Frøkjær-Jensen

Continuing their safety push, Preston North End remain a comfortable gap above the relegation zone. With a fully fit squad, Paul Heckingbottom will ensure his best lineup is out in a pledge to jump above their opposition for this match and continue their ever-growing Championship streak. Collecting seven goal contributions from his last ten games, forward Milutin Osmajic is eager to continue performing at a heightened quality for 2025 as he has managed to increase his goal tally by over double.

Millwall Preview

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Predicted Line-Up: Jensen; Bryan, Cooper, Tanganga, Crama; De Norre, Saville; Connolly, Honeyman, Neghli; Ivanovic

After being completely decimated by bottom of the table Plymouth Argyle, Millwall stepped it up in their last game, dominating a highflying West Brom side. The loss to the Argyle saw Millwall collect their first loss in their last seven matches, ending a good run of form that saw the Lions climbing up the table.

Head to Head Stats

Preston North End are enduring a horrible run of results from this fixture, with only two wins across 15 meetings and winless through the last 11. The reverse fixture saw Millwall manage a 3-1 victory although they were dominated on possession.

Betting Tips

Both teams approach this game with a terrible goal scoring record in their previous fixtures, with Preston unable to find the back of the net in two of their last three matches. Millwall have endured similar troubles, only scoring one goal in each of their last two matches.

For this reason, our betting professionals have recommend Under 2.5 Goals is the best value tip for this match. With odds at 7/4, a bet of £10 could see a return of up to £14.44

(odds subject to change)

Final Prediction: Preston North End vs Millwall

Preston North End 1-1 Millwall