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Birmingham v Preston Stats

Data last updated: Mon 12 Oct 2026, 10:58 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

Birmingham and Preston meet in a Championship clash where both sides have shown attacking intent but defensive vulnerabilities. Birmingham, positioned 7th with 14 points, have been scoring regularly but also conceding, while Preston sit 24th with just 4 points, struggling defensively yet managing to find the net intermittently. Recent matches highlight a pattern of goals at both ends, with Birmingham's offensive pressure and Preston's resilience setting up an open contest under moderate stakes. Tactical setups suggest chances for both teams, with neither side able to guarantee a clean sheet, making goal exchanges likely.

BT4Y best bet

Both Teams to Score

  • Birmingham have an 80% BTTS rate and average 1.6 goals scored per game recently.
  • Preston show a 60% BTTS rate and concede 1.4 goals per game on average.
  • Both teams average over 6 corners per match, indicating sustained attacking pressure.
  • Birmingham average 15.6 shots with 5.8 on target, Preston 12.6 shots with 3.2 on target.
  • H2H matches average 1.8 goals, supporting a goal-scoring pattern for both sides.

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The model rates Both Teams to Score at a strong 76% likelihood, reflecting the attacking tendencies and defensive frailties of Birmingham and Preston. Birmingham's high BTTS and Over 2.5 goals rates combined with Preston's ability to score despite their low league position create a compelling case. The at 1.73 offer positive value against the implied 57.8% chance. is high at 88%, supported by balanced shot volumes and recent form data. No data limitations affect the assessment, making this a robust pick for goal exchanges.

Model Chance72.8% model chance vs 57.8% implied (+15 pts)
Strong positive
Implied Chance72.8% model chance vs 57.8% implied (+15 pts)
Strong positive
Value Edge72.8% model chance vs 57.8% implied (+15 pts)
Strong positive
Confidence88%
Strong positive

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

Both teams have shown clear attacking intent and defensive lapses, making goals likely at both ends. Birmingham's higher league standing and offensive output contrast with Preston's resilience in scoring despite struggles, supporting a BTTS outcome. The data confirms a strong trend of goal exchanges, making this bet tactically and statistically sound for the fixture.

Main risk

There is not much room for romance here, but there is still plenty to play for.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · BTTS rationale

“Birmingham's offensive pressure combined with Preston's ability to find the net despite defensive issues sets up a classic BTTS scenario. Both sides' recent form and shot profiles underline the likelihood of goals at both ends.”

Key Data Signals

Both Teams to Score evidence

Birmingham have an 80% BTTS rate and average 1.6 goals scored per game recently.

Preston show a 60% BTTS rate and concede 1.4 goals per game on average.

Both teams average over 6 corners per match, indicating sustained attacking pressure.

Birmingham average 15.6 shots with 5.8 on target, Preston 12.6 shots with 3.2 on target.

What To Watch In The Data

Both Teams to Score notes

  • In the last 10 meetings, the average goals scored is 1.8, with a notable frequency of matches exceeding 2.5 goals.
  • This trend indicates a tempo and openness conducive to multiple goals, aligning with the BTTS market and suggesting both teams find scoring opportunities regularly in this fixture.
Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Birmingham1.6
Avg goals scored
Preston1
Birmingham1.4
Avg goals conceded
Preston1.4
Birmingham80%
BTTS rate
Preston60%
Birmingham80%
Over 2.5 goals
Preston60%
Market aligned with main pickBTTS YesBet365 guide price · Model 73% vs implied 58% · edge +15 pts
1.73
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Over 1.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 78%
1.22
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 60%
1.73
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Over 3.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 42%
2.75
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Under 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 44%
2.1
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BTTS NoBetUK guide price · model 28%
2
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Recent form shows Birmingham scoring 1.6 goals per game with an 80% BTTS rate, while Preston scores 1 goal per game with a 60% BTTS rate. This combination supports a match with goals at both ends. The average 1.8 goals in their last 10 meetings further confirms a pattern of goal exchanges.

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Market odds

Top available prices first, with more markets available on demand.

Market aligned with main pickBTTS YesBet365 guide price · Model 73% vs implied 58% · edge +15 pts
1.73
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Over 3.5 CardsBetUK guide price · model 70%
1.83
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Preston Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · model 42%
3.3
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Over 8.5 CornersBetUK guide price · model 75%
1.3
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Birmingham to WinBet365 guide price · model 64%
1.62
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Birmingham Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · model 73%
1.32
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Over 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 60%
1.73
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The 72.8% for Both Teams to Score sits against roughly 57.8% implied by the current price (+15 pts). Birmingham show a 80% BTTS rate and Preston show a 60% BTTS rate, which is the right starting point for this market. Preston will also fancy their chances if the game becomes messy.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Birmingham

WDWLD
Last 52W 2D 1L
Last 5 record
Last 103W 5D 1L
10 Oct 2026A West Brom1-0
19 Sep 2026H Middlesbrough2-2
12 Sep 2026A Derby2-1
09 Sep 2026A Norwich1-2
06 Sep 2026H Wolves2-2

Preston

LDLLW
Last 51W 1D 3L
Last 5 record
Last 101W 1D 7L
10 Oct 2026H Millwall0-1
19 Sep 2026A QPR2-2
12 Sep 2026H Lincoln0-1
08 Sep 2026A Watford1-2
05 Sep 2026H Blackburn2-1
Best odds for this sectionHome / DrawBetMGM guide price · Model 86% vs implied 88% · edge -1.7 pts
1.14
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Preston Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · model 42%
3.3
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Birmingham to WinBet365 guide price · model 64%
1.62
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Birmingham Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · model 73%
1.32
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Away / DrawBetfred guide price · model 46%
2.25
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Preston to WinBetMGM guide price · model 23%
5.5
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DrawBet365 guide price · model 23%
3.7
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Birmingham's recent form includes 8 points with a high BTTS rate of 80%, reflecting consistent goal scoring and conceding. Preston's 4 points and 60% BTTS rate show less stability but continued goal involvement. Both teams' recent matches suggest openness and goal exchanges, reinforcing the BTTS pick.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

80%Birmingham Over 2.5
60%Preston Over 2.5
1.8H2H avg goals
In the last 10 meetings, the average goals scored is 1.8, with a notable frequency of matches exceeding 2.5 goals. This trend indicates a tempo and openness conducive to multiple goals, aligning with the BTTS market and suggesting both teams find scoring opportunities regularly in this fixture.

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