Preston North End vs Southampton - Championship Match
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Preston North End vs Southampton Preview: Championship Clash
Preston North End will host Southampton at Deepdale on Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 14:30 UTC in what promises to be an exciting Championship encounter. Both sides will be looking to secure all three points as they continue their campaign this season.
Current Form & Recent Results
Preston North End have struggled for consistency lately, managing just 2 wins from 5 games while suffering 3 defeats. They'll be eager to turn their fortunes around.
Southampton have struggled for consistency lately, managing just 1 win from 5 games while suffering 2 defeats. They'll be eager to turn their fortunes around.
Head-to-Head Record
Southampton have enjoyed success in this fixture historically, winning 5 of the last 13 encounters compared to Preston North End's 4 wins. With 4 draws between them, the visitors will be confident of continuing their positive record.
Match Prediction & Analysis
With home advantage and strong recent form, Preston North End will be the clear favorites heading into this match. However, Southampton cannot be written off entirely and could pose problems on the counter-attack. Expect the hosts to dominate possession and create the better chances.
Key Facts
- Kick-off: Saturday, May 2, 2026, 14:30 UTC
- Venue: Deepdale
- Competition: Championship
- Preston North End Position: 6th (43 pts)
- Southampton Position: 15th (33 pts)
- H2H Record (Last 13): Preston North End 4W - 4D - 5W Southampton
