Preston vs Blackburn Match Summary & Live ScoreMatch Summary & Live Score
1st Half2 - 0
9
C. Lang
scored for Preston
26
Y. Ribeiro
was cautioned
27
C. Lang
scored for Preston
40
S. Morsy
was cautioned
42
D. Burgzorg
was cautioned
2nd Half2 - 1
51
(Own Goal) S. Mills
conceded an own goal for Preston
52
S. Mills
was cautioned
65
H. Clarke
was cautioned
89
J. Thompson
was cautioned
The upcoming meeting between Preston NE and Blackburn takes place at Deepdale on 05 September 2026. Kickoff is set for as both teams prepare for another important fixture in the England Championship. Attention will turn to overall performance levels and tactical execution.
Preston NE tend to keep a balanced shape on the pitch.
Blackburn generally use a balanced tactical approach.
Recent Form
Preston NE
WLLLL
Blackburn
LDLWD
Preston NE show inconsistency in recent results, with no clear trend emerging. They'll be hoping to stabilize their form in the next fixture.
Similarly, Blackburn have struggled to find rhythm, producing a patchy run of results. Recent fluctuations suggest outcomes are still unpredictable.
Recent Form Home/Away
Preston NE (Home)
WLL
Blackburn (Away)
LDD
There is little difference in Preston NE's performance across venues.
Blackburn are significantly more effective at home than on their travels.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)
Preston NE
-----
Blackburn
-+---
Preston NE have been vulnerable defensively, rarely managing to keep clean sheets. They will need to tighten things up at the back.
However, Blackburn have clear defensive issues, conceding goals regularly. Defensive frailties could be costly.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away
Preston NE (Home)
---
Blackburn (Away)
-+-
Preston NE's defensive record is consistent both home and away.
There is little difference in Blackburn's clean sheet rate regardless of venue.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5)
Preston NE
++-++
Blackburn
+-+++
Preston NE have been involved in matches with plenty of goals recently. Their matches rarely disappoint in terms of excitement.
Likewise, Blackburn's matches have been highly entertaining, with goals flowing freely. Fans have been treated to plenty of action.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away
Preston NE (Home)
+++
Blackburn (Away)
+-+
Only small differences appear in Preston NE's match tempo home versus away.
Blackburn's matches show a similar goal pattern both home and away.
Scoring Consistency
Preston NE
++-++
Blackburn
+-+++
Preston NE have consistently managed to find the net in recent matches. Their forward line looks sharp and confident.
Similarly, Blackburn have been highly reliable in attack, finding the net in almost every recent match. Opponents are under constant pressure when facing their attack.
Scoring Consistency Home/Away
Preston NE (Home)
+++
Blackburn (Away)
+-+
Preston NE's scoring form shows only minor variation between home and away.
There is little difference in Blackburn's scoring output across venues.
Match Information
Referee: Anthony Backhouse
Venue: Deepdale
Preston vs Blackburn Live Match StatsLive Match Stats
1.4
xG
0.77
33
Ball Posession (%)
67
2
Big Chances
2
4
Cautions
2
8
Shots
12
3
Shots on Goal
5
2
Shots Blocked
2
5
Shots inside Box
6
3
Shots outside Box
6
0
Hit Woodwork
1
11
Fouls
9
3
Corner Kicks
11
5
Saves
1
9
Free Kicks
11
1
Offsides
5
245
Passes Total
499
161
Passes Completed
421
79
Passes in the final 3rd Total
115
39
Passes in the final 3rd Completed
72
13
Touches in the Opposition Box
16
23
Tackles Total
10
13
Tackles Completed
5
26
Clearances
14
17
Crosses Total
26
2
Crosses Completed
2
14
Interceptions
10
Preston vs Blackburn Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations