Preston North End vs Magpies predictions as the Championship side continue their preparation for the 2023-24 season. Will they get a success in Gibraltar? Read on for all our free betting tips and predictions.
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Preston North End vs Magpies Predictions
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A Pre-Season Showdown with A Twist
Key Stats
– Magpies finished the last season 15 points behind the league champions but clinched the coveted Rock Cup final.
– Preston’s last season saw them with a 47.6% ball possession, indicating a relatively balanced style of play.
As the football world recovers from the summer lull, two teams, the English side Preston North End and the Gibraltarian outfit Magpies, are locking horns in a pre-season friendly that will set the tone for their respective seasons. While Preston are keen to bounce back from a lacklustre season that saw them fall short of their playoff ambitions, Magpies are taking the field with a view to fine-tune their game ahead of the Europa Conference League qualifying rounds. This encounter promises to be intriguing, with a host of variables in play that could influence the final scoreline.
Preston’s Squad and Performance Analysis
Under the stewardship of Ryan Lowe, Preston North End are in a rebuilding phase. Last season ended in disappointment as the team was unable to qualify for the Championship playoffs, managing a mere point from their final 15. As such, Lowe has an uphill task to reinvigorate the team and set them on a path towards success in the new campaign.
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In terms of player personnel, Preston largely retains the same squad from the previous season, with notable exceptions being the arrival of Liverpool loanee Calvin Ramsey and the departures of Josh Onomah and Daniel Johnson on free transfers. The friendly against Bamber Bridge gave Lowe a chance to assess the available talent, with youngsters Jacob Slater and Kitt Nelson making a strong case for inclusion in the starting lineup by scoring two goals each.
Interestingly, in the game against Bamber Bridge, Preston demonstrated their attacking prowess by scoring six goals after halftime, which bodes well for their upcoming encounter with Magpies. Given the potency of Preston’s attack, we could anticipate a high-scoring game with Preston likely to come out on top.
Magpies: A Historical Season with New Challenges
Magpies, a team from Gibraltar, come into this match on the back of a memorable season where they won the most significant silverware in their history, the Rock Cup final, and finished third in the Gibraltar Football League. Manager Alfonso Cortijo’s team ended the season 15 points behind the champions Lincoln Red Imps, and now they have their sights set on the Europa Conference League.
This will be their first pre-season friendly, and they’re hoping to put in a solid performance to build momentum for the European competition. They face the challenging task of going up against Irish side Dundalk in the first qualifying round, and this match against Preston serves as an ideal preparatory ground.
Match Predictions: A Winning Score for Preston with Goals from Both Teams
Drawing from the analysis of both teams, one can deduce a high probability of a Preston win, but not without Magpies finding the back of the net. Considering Preston’s potent attack and their seven-goal spree in their previous friendly, they have shown they have the firepower to outscore Magpies. However, Magpies have demonstrated their grit and tenacity in their previous season and will likely manage to score.
Considering both team’s form and capabilities, a 4-1 win for Preston seems like a decent bet in the correct score market. As stated earlier, Preston’s attacking strength is noteworthy. In addition, their superior league experience and playing quality compared to the Gibraltarian side give them an edge. Still, Magpies’ resolve and recent cup victory suggest they’re capable of pulling at least a goal back also considering Preston are likely to do extensive rotation in this friendly game.
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